NECK PAIN

This study will test whether core and postural stabilization exercises or functional strength exercises are better at preventing low back and neck pain in healthy women. Researchers will enroll 45 women who do not exercise regularly and do not have chronic pain. Participants will…

This study looks at whether teaching people with long-term neck pain how to sleep better, along with doing special exercises, can help them feel less pain and disability. About 120 adults aged 20-55 who have had neck pain for over 3 months and sleep poorly will take part. The goa…

This study looks at how common neck and low back pain is among full-time staff at the University of the West Indies, Mona. It also tests whether an 8-week spine-specific exercise program works better than general exercises to reduce pain. About 200 adults aged 18-65 who have had …

This study tests whether adding acupuncture at a specific wrist point (Lieque, LU7) to standard electroacupuncture provides more neck pain relief for people with cervical spondylosis. About 130 adults aged 40 and older will receive 20 days of treatment. The main goal is to measur…

This study looks at whether using ultrasound to guide a special type of injection (pharmacopuncture) can safely reduce pain and improve daily function in people with neck or back pain. Researchers will follow 600 adults aged 19 to 69 who already plan to receive this treatment as …

This study aims to find out how common neck and low back pain is among nursing students at the University of the West Indies, Mona. It will also test whether a spine-specific exercise program is better than general exercises for reducing pain. About 400 students will take part, a…

This study looks at whether correcting forward head posture can reduce neck pain and improve brain activity in young adults. Participants with neck pain and poor posture will use a special device at home for six weeks. Researchers will measure pain, brain oxygen levels, and balan…

This study looks at whether a program of corrective exercises can reduce pain, improve daily function, and help walking in people who have had neck pain for at least 3 months. About 70 adults will participate, and researchers will measure changes in walking speed and balance whil…

This study tests whether dry needling with electrical stimulation can improve sleep quality, reduce leg movements, and ease symptoms in people with restless legs syndrome. Researchers will track changes using sleep trackers and questionnaires. The study aims to enroll 20 adults a…

This study compares a new intensive multi-acupuncture method to standard acupuncture for people with long-term neck and shoulder pain. 78 adults aged 18-69 with pain lasting over 3 months will receive treatment twice a week for 2 weeks. Researchers will measure pain levels, neck …

This study tests whether specific neck-strengthening exercises can reduce pain and nerve sensitivity in people with chronic neck pain (lasting 3+ months). Researchers will measure pain intensity, nerve sensitivity, head posture, and neck awareness in 80 adults aged 18-36. The goa…

This study looks at whether a mobile app can help people with neck, shoulder, back, or knee pain do their home exercises more regularly. Thirty adults with moderate pain will be split into two groups: one using the app and one doing standard exercises. Over 4 weeks, researchers w…

This study tests whether chiropractic care can help adults with chronic neck pain. Sixty people will either get chiropractic care plus usual treatment or usual treatment alone. Researchers will check if the study is practical and if pain, disability, and quality of life improve. …

This study tests three exercise approaches for people with long-lasting neck pain: whole-body stabilization exercises, targeted neck exercises, or standard physiotherapy. About 45 adults aged 18-50 with neck pain for at least 12 weeks will participate. The goal is to see which me…

This study looks at how narrowing of the spine in the neck (cervical spinal stenosis) affects hand strength and coordination. Researchers will measure grip and pinch strength in 180 adults with neck pain who have had an MRI. The goal is to better understand the link between spine…

This study looks at how neck problems affect the ability of office workers to do their jobs. Researchers will ask 50 full-time desk workers to fill out questionnaires about neck pain, stress, and work performance. No treatment is given—the goal is to understand the link between n…

This study looks at how common neck and low back pain is among physical therapy students at the University of the West Indies. It also tests whether an 8-week spine-focused exercise program can reduce pain and improve daily function better than general exercises. About 120 studen…

This study looks at why full-busted women often have neck, shoulder, arm, and back pain. Researchers will test if special sports bras help, and also check how hormones, inflammation, and brain changes play a role. About 140 women aged 18 to 60 will take part in online and in-pers…

This study aims to translate and test a questionnaire called USE (Usefulness, Satisfaction, and Ease of Use) into Turkish. The questionnaire helps people with back or neck pain rate the biomedical devices they use in rehabilitation. Researchers will enroll 220 adults aged 18-65 w…

This study will examine how common and severe neck pain is among Turkish endodontists (dentists who do root canals). About 120 dentists will fill out surveys and have their neck movement, strength, and posture tested. The goal is to find work-related factors that cause neck pain,…

This study looks at how body fat and muscle levels relate to neck pain, posture, and movement in people with non-specific neck pain. Researchers will measure body composition, pain sensitivity, and neck function in 111 adults. The goal is to find risk factors and improve physical…

This study looks at how two different treatments—massage and talk therapy—affect stress and bonding hormones in people with long-term neck or back pain. Researchers will measure oxytocin and cortisol levels from saliva samples before and after each session. The goal is to see if …