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Neck stretches might loosen your hips too, small study suggests

NCT ID NCT07213011

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Palermo Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This completed study tested whether a short session of neck stretching or using a massage roller on the neck could improve flexibility not only in the neck but also in the hip. Thirty healthy adults participated, and researchers measured range of motion and tissue stiffness. The goal was to see if treating one area could have benefits elsewhere, which might help people who cannot directly work on an injured or painful body part.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that simple neck stretches or self-massage can improve flexibility in distant body parts, offering a new approach for people who cannot directly treat an injured area.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study in healthy people, so results may not apply to those with injuries or pain. The effects are short-term and may not lead to lasting changes.

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As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

HEALTH HEALTHY PARTICIPANTS HEALTHY SUBJECTS HEALTHY YOUNG ADULTS HEALTHY YOUNG PEOPLE MASSAGE EFFECT MYOFASCIAL RELEASE STRETCHING

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Palermo

    Palermo, Italy

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