Hands-On showdown: which therapy eases stubborn neck pain best?

NCT ID NCT07679438

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Cairo University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two manual therapy techniques—Mulligan mobilization and Active Release Technique—against standard care for people with chronic non-specific neck pain lasting at least three months. Participants are adults aged 18–40 with moderate to severe neck disability. The goal is to see which approach better reduces pain, improves neck movement, and restores function.

What this could mean

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Active substance: manual therapy techniques (Mulligan mobilization and Active Release Technique)
What this could lead to: If one technique proves superior, it could offer a more effective, drug-free option for managing chronic neck pain and improving daily function.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 36 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The techniques are compared against standard care, and neither may provide lasting relief.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Neck Pain

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CHRONIC NON-SPECIFIC NECK PAIN

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