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Neck pain relief showdown: nerve stretching vs. muscle strengthening

NCT ID NCT07604935

Symptom relief Sponsor: Green International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested two physical therapy techniques—nerve flossing and deep neck flexor strengthening—in 62 adults with cervical spinal stenosis. The goal was to see which method better reduces pain, improves neck movement, and helps with daily activities. Participants did their assigned exercises three times a week, and researchers measured pain and disability before and after treatment.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

62 people

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Started

Apr 2026

Finished

May 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Ages

20 to 50 years

Sex

Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 20-50 years, both male and female. * Clinical and radiological (MRI) diagnosis of cervical spinal stenosis. * Cervical pain with or without radiating to the upper limb. * At least one neurological sign, such as sensory disturbance, muscle weakness or diminished reflexes. * Symptoms present for more than 4 weeks but less than 6 months. * Ability to understand and follow exercise instructions. * VAS pain score ≥ 3/10 at baseline. Exclusion Criteria: * History of cervical spine surgery * Recent trauma, fracture, or cervical instability. * History of disc herniation involving surgery. * Other neurological or musculoskeletal conditions, including peripheral neuropathy, thoracic outlet syndrome, and rheumatoid arthritis. * Pregnancy. * Recent medication use that may impact nerve function (e.g., systemic steroids).

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Conditions

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Neck Pain spinal stenosis

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Cervical spinal stenosis

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Green International University

    Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan

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