Simple neck exercises and nerve zaps may beat chronic pain in students

NCT ID NCT07452237

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

Summary

This study tests whether a supervised neck exercise program or a mild nerve stimulation device can reduce chronic neck pain in university students aged 18-30. Over six weeks, 51 participants will be assigned to exercise, nerve stimulation, or a placebo group. Researchers will measure pain, pressure sensitivity, and mood 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

cervical exercise program and transcutaneous neuromodulation

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer simple, drug-free ways to manage chronic neck pain in young adults.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 51 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the placebo group might show similar benefits.

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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.