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Can a targeted stretch technique double the relief for pinched-nerve neck pain?

NCT ID NCT07808476

Symptom relief Sponsor: Ibadat International University, Islamabad Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 08, 2026 · Last updated Sep 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial compares two physical therapy approaches for cervical radiculopathy, a condition where a pinched nerve in the neck causes pain, numbness, and weakness that can radiate down the arm. One group receives a hands-on stretching technique called gross myofascial release followed by nerve gliding exercises, while the other group does the nerve gliding exercises alone. Researchers will measure changes in pain, neck disability, and how far participants can move their neck. The study enrolls adults aged 25 to 55 with chronic neck pain radiating to one arm for at least four weeks.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Gross myofascial release (a hands-on stretching technique) combined with neural mobilization (nerve gliding exercises)
What this could lead to
If adding myofascial release improves outcomes, it could offer a more effective non-surgical therapy for cervical radiculopathy, reducing pain and restoring neck movement.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with 44 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The techniques are manual therapies, and their success depends on the therapist's skill, which can vary.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 44 people

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Started

Jul 2026

Expected to finish

Nov 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

25 to 55 years

Sex

Anyone

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Male and female patients aged between 25-55 years * Presence of chronic neck pain radiating to one upper limb * Positive Upper Limb Tension Test-I (Median nerve) * Patients having pain, numbness, tingling, or paresthesia in the cervical nerve root distribution. * Symptom's duration of at least 4 weeks Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with cervical myelopathy * History of cervical spine fracture, tumor, infection, or malignancy * Previous cervical spine surgery * Severe osteoporosis or inflammatory joint disease * Presence of systemic neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis or stroke * Patients with severe cervical instability or vertebral artery insufficiency * Recent physiotherapy treatment for cervical radiculopathy within the last 3 months

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Conditions

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radiculopathy

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Cervical radiculopathy

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    Peshawar, KPK, Pakistan

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