Text neck relief: simple massage technique tested in students

NCT ID NCT07444112

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether myofascial release therapy—a type of hands-on muscle treatment—can reduce neck pain, stress, and improve posture in university students with text neck syndrome. 62 participants will receive either the therapy or standard care for 4 weeks. Researchers will measure pain, stress levels, and head posture before and after treatment.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Myofascial release therapy (a hands-on physical therapy technique)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, non-invasive way to reduce neck pain and stress from heavy phone use.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 62 students, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapy may not outperform standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Neck Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Dr. Wajeeha Mahmood

    RECRUITING

    Lahore, Pakistan

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••

    Contact

  • Zara Zahid

    RECRUITING

    Lahore, Punjab Province, 54600, Pakistan

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