Simple neck exercises may soothe stubborn pain

NCT ID NCT07339683

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

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether specific neck and shoulder blade exercises can reduce nerve sensitivity and pain in people with chronic neck pain. Eighty adults aged 18-36 with neck pain for at least 3 months will be randomly assigned to either these stabilization exercises or standard therapy (heat, ultrasound, stretching). The main goal is to see if the exercises improve nerve mechanosensitivity, pain intensity, and posture.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: cervical and scapulothoracic stabilization exercises
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a simple exercise program to ease chronic neck pain and nerve sensitivity without drugs or surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial (80 people) comparing exercises to standard therapy. Results may not apply to everyone, and benefits could be modest or no better than usual care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Neck Pain

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NECK PAIN

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