Laser zaps neck pain: new study tests High-Intensity light therapy
NCT ID NCT07352787
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether high-intensity laser therapy can reduce pain and improve neck movement, daily function, and mood in people with trapezius myofascial pain syndrome. About 104 adults with neck pain for at least 4 weeks will receive either real or sham laser treatment. Researchers will check results right after treatment and again 16 weeks later.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 104 people
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- Expected to start
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Mar 2026
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- Expected to finish
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Apr 2027
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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18 to 65 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 to 65 years * Clinically diagnosed trapezius myofascial pain syndrome * Duration of symptoms ≥ 4 weeks * Pain intensity ≥ 4 on NPRS * Able to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Red-flag medical conditions (e.g., malignancy, spinal cord compression) * Neurological disorders affecting the neck or shoulder * Cognitive impairment or inability to communicate * Previous laser therapy to the neck/shoulder region within the last 6 months
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Al-Hussein Teaching Hospital
Nasiriyah, Nasiriyah, 64001, Iraq
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