Neck pain showdown: which therapy wins?
NCT ID NCT07169084
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This completed study tested two different rehabilitation approaches for chronic neck pain: manual therapy (hands-on mobilization) and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (using tools). Twenty-four adults with neck pain lasting at least 12 weeks received treatment three times a week for four weeks. Researchers measured pain, neck function, muscle endurance, and range of motion to see which approach works better.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Manual therapy and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show which hands-on therapy works better for easing chronic neck pain and improving daily function.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, completed trial with only 24 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It compares two existing therapies, not a new breakthrough.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Istanbul Atlas University
Kâğıthane, Istanbul, 34408, Turkey (Türkiye)