Can Hands-On therapy unknot stubborn neck tension?
NCT ID NCT07751601
First seen Aug 07, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether spinal manipulation, mobilization, or exercise alone better relieves nonspecific neck tension in adults aged 18–30. Participants receive eight sessions over four weeks, with measurements of pain, neck movement, and quality of life taken before and after. The goal is to see which approach offers the most relief for everyday neck stiffness.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Manual therapy (manipulation or mobilization) combined with a standardized exercise program
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this could point to a preferred physiotherapy approach for easing neck tension and improving quality of life in otherwise healthy young adults.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with 60 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Manual therapy carries a small risk of soreness or rare complications.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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İstanbul Rumeli Üniversitesi
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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