A gentle Hands-On approach may unlock lasting neck pain relief

NCT ID NCT07723001

First seen Jul 23, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial compares two manual therapy approaches for mechanical neck pain—a common condition where discomfort stems from joints, discs, or muscles without nerve issues. One group receives standard cervical spine mobilization plus physiotherapy, while the other adds thoracic spine mobilization. Over 8 weeks, researchers measure pain, disability, and quality of life to see if the combined approach offers greater relief.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
Maitland mobilization of the cervical and thoracic spine
What this could lead to
If adding thoracic mobilization proves more effective, it could offer a simple, drug-free way to improve neck pain and daily function.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with 66 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Manual therapy effects can vary, and the benefit over standard care may be modest.

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Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Lahore University of Biological & Applied Sciences (UBAS)

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    Lahore, Punjab Province, 53400, Pakistan

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