Desk jockeys rejoice: simple exercises and tape may soothe aching necks

NCT ID NCT07486232

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Symptom relief Sponsor: Istanbul Rumeli University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a 4-week program of postural exercises or kinesio taping can reduce chronic neck pain and improve balance and well-being in office workers who sit at desks for at least 6 hours a day. Forty participants will be split into three groups: exercise, taping, or no treatment. Researchers will measure pain, disability, balance, and quality of life before and after the program.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: postural exercises and kinesio taping
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward simple, non-drug ways to manage chronic neck pain in desk workers.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 40 participants and no blinding, so results may not apply widely. The interventions are low-risk but may not outperform no treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity Neck Pain Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

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

NECK PAIN

Contacts and locations

Locations

Istanbul Rumeli University

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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