New study links neck spine narrowing to weaker grip
NCT ID NCT07511153
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how the severity of cervical spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spine in the neck) affects hand function, including grip strength and fine motor skills. Researchers will measure hand strength and dexterity in 180 adults with neck pain who have had an MRI. The goal is to understand the connection better so that rehabilitation can be personalized.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help tailor rehabilitation programs for people with cervical spinal stenosis to better preserve hand function.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly improve health. Results may not apply to all patients with stenosis.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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About 180 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Sep 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
The sample for this study will consist of individuals who presented to the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation outpatient clinic at the Buca Seyfi Demirsoy Training and Research Hospital of Izmir Democracy University due to cervical problems and underwent cervical MRI. After obtaining informed consent, the individuals included in the study will undergo evaluation. First, participants will be grouped based on their cervical stenosis scores. The degree of cervical stenosis will be determined using MRIs that were previously requested and performed during various outpatient services. The evaluation of the MRI will be scored according to the Kang grading system for spinal stenosis. The Kang grading system includes four degrees ranging from 0 to 3 based on spinal cord compression.
- Ages
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18 to 75 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals aged 18-75 * Individuals who have previously undergone a cervical MRI * Cases where the degree of stenosis can be clearly determined on MRI * Individuals who have had neck pain for at least 3 months Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals who declined to participate in the study * Individuals who had undergone cervical surgery * Individuals diagnosed with vertigo * Individuals with sudden hearing loss * Individuals with additional neurological conditions * Individuals with psychiatric or cognitive disorders that would prevent measurement in the study
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