Neck pain showdown: which quick fix works best for young adults?
NCT ID NCT07439354
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested two simple techniques—positional relaxation and static stretching—to see which provides faster relief for young adults with nonspecific neck pain. Thirty participants aged 18 to 30 with moderate pain were measured for changes in muscle tightness, stiffness, and flexibility right after each session. The goal is to find a quick, drug-free way to ease discomfort and improve movement.
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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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30 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Dec 2025
- Finished
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May 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 30 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Diagnosis of nonspecific neck pain. 2. Being between 18 and 30 years of age. 3. Pain intensity of at least 3/10 on the Visual Analog Scale at baseline. 4. Limited cervical movement in any direction. 5. Ability to follow verbal instructions and perform basic exercises independently. 6. Not having participated in another neck pain treatment program in the last 4 weeks. 7. Voluntarily agreeing to participate and signing the informed consent form. Exclusion Criteria: 1. History of neck trauma, surgery, or fracture. 2. Diagnosis of any neurological disease (e.g., multiple sclerosis, stroke). 3. Concomitant structural causes of neck pain (e.g., herniated disc, cervical radiculopathy). 4. Use of muscle relaxants or painkillers within 48 hours before the evaluation. 5. Presence of a known psychiatric disorder that would prevent participation. 6. Presence of a vestibular or balance disorder affecting head or neck movement. 7. Inability to perform required exercises due to severe pain or other physical limitations.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Istinye University
Istanbul, 34010, Turkey (Türkiye)
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