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

  • İstanbul Rumeli Üniversitesi

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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