Which stretch wins? new study tests two neck pain therapies Head-to-Head
NCT ID NCT07637812
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two manual therapy techniques—Reciprocal Inhibition and Passive PNF Stretching—for people with chronic neck pain from cervical spondylitis. Sixty participants will receive 12 sessions over 4 weeks. Researchers will measure pain, disability, and neck movement to see which technique works better.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Reciprocal Inhibition Technique and Passive PNF Stretching
What this could lead to
If one technique proves more effective, it could offer a better non-drug option for reducing neck pain and improving mobility in people with cervical spondylitis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the study does not test long-term effects or compare against no treatment.
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Conditions
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Locations
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The University of Faisalabad
Faisalābad, Punjab Province, 3800, Pakistan