CHRONIC NECK PAIN

This study tested two treatments for chronic neck pain: joint mobilization (gentle movement by a therapist) and strengthening exercises. 26 adults with neck pain for at least 3 months received 12 sessions of one treatment. Researchers measured pain, movement accuracy, and disabil…

This study tested if a specific upper back manipulation (a quick, controlled push) can reduce pain and improve neck movement in people with chronic neck pain. 42 adults with neck pain for at least 3 months received either the real manipulation or a fake (sham) version. Researcher…

This study tested the Mulligan Technique, a type of hands-on therapy, for adults aged 18 to 65 with chronic neck pain lasting at least 3 months. 76 participants received treatment sessions, and researchers measured changes in pain and neck movement. The goal was to see if this te…

This study tested three needle-based treatments—dry needling, nerve stimulation, and electrolysis—on 60 adults with chronic neck pain. Researchers measured pain and muscle stiffness right after treatment and 24 hours later. The goal was to see which technique works best for short…

This study tested whether adding special eye and balance exercises to standard manual therapy and exercise can reduce pain and improve movement, balance, and reaction time in people with chronic neck pain. Fifty-four adults with neck pain lasting at least 3 months took part. The …

This study tested whether retraining deep neck muscles with a pressure biofeedback device can reduce pain and improve jaw function in people with chronic neck pain. 70 adults with neck pain lasting 3 to 18 months and mild-to-moderate jaw issues took part. One group did biofeedbac…

This study tested a 5-day neck education program for 62 parents of children with disabilities who had chronic neck pain. The program included daily 60-minute sessions on neck care. After 12 weeks, parents who took the program reported better neck function, though pain levels and …

This study tested two different exercise programs in 52 adults with chronic neck pain (lasting at least 3 months). One program focused on eye-cervical re-education, and the other on motor control training. The goal was to see which better reduced pain, improved neck movement, and…

This study looked at whether adding local anesthetics to standard steroid injections can better ease chronic neck pain. Researchers observed 60 adults with neck pain from a herniated disc. They measured pain levels and neck function to see if the combination works well.

This study looked at 114 adults with chronic neck pain (lasting 3 months or longer) to understand how pain-related thoughts, fear of movement, neck awareness, and arm function are connected. Researchers used questionnaires to measure these factors. The goal was to gather knowledg…

This study looked at whether people with long-term neck pain (cervical myofascial pain syndrome) are more likely to have a distressed personality type (Type D) and feel stigma about their condition. Researchers compared 54 patients with healthy individuals using questionnaires. T…

This study looked at 51 people with chronic neck pain to see how oxygen levels in the neck muscles relate to arm exercise ability, muscle strength, and everyday activities. Researchers measured muscle oxygen with a special device and tested arm function with a pegboard and ring t…

This study looked at medical records of 170 adults with chronic neck pain after whiplash to compare two treatments: radiofrequency (a nerve-blocking procedure) and neck surgery (ACDF). The goal was to see which provides better pain relief and recovery over time. No new treatments…

This study looked at how fear of movement (kinesiophobia) affects people with chronic neck pain. Researchers studied 120 adults aged 18-65 who had neck pain for at least 3 months. They measured pain, disability, strength, and quality of life to see how fear of movement relates to…

This study looked at whether people with long-term neck pain have differences in heart rate variability—a measure of how well the body's automatic nervous system works—compared to healthy people. Researchers measured heart rate in different positions and during a hand-grip test i…

This study looked at 122 people with chronic neck pain to understand how two different physical therapy approaches (manual therapy and exercise) work. The goal was to see if each treatment has its own unique way of helping, or if they share common benefits. The results help expla…

This study enrolled 800 adults with new or ongoing neck or low back pain to find new biological and imaging markers. Researchers used X-rays and MRIs to look at spine changes and questionnaires to track disability. The goal was to better understand how pain develops and improve f…