Simple jaw exercises may help relieve stubborn neck pain
NCT ID NCT05887349
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether adding Rocabado exercises (jaw-focused movements) to standard neck stabilization exercises could help people with chronic neck pain. Sixty-two adults with neck pain lasting at least 3 months took part. The goal was to see if the combined exercise program reduced disability and pain better than neck exercises alone.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Rocabado exercises (a type of jaw and neck exercise) plus neck stabilization exercises
What this could lead to
If effective, this exercise program could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce neck pain and disability.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 62 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Exercise programs also require consistent effort and may not work for all types of neck pain.
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Locations
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Kırşehir Ahi Evran University
Kırşehir, 40100, Turkey (Türkiye)