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Compares treatment options for Chronic Neck Pain
Official title Respiratory Exercises Versus Deep Neck Flexor Training in Chronic Mechanical Neck Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07531537
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study will be conducted to compare the effect of adding respiratory exercises versus deep neck flexor training to conventional program on pain, cervical ROM, cervical muscle endurance, function, and chest expansion in patients with chronic mechanical neck pain. Sixty-six (66) of both genders ranging in age from 18 to 35 years old, with a history of mechanical neck pain longer than 3 months (chronic neck pain) will be invited to participate in this study.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 35
You may be able to join if
- Patients have mechanical neck pain lasting longer than three months.
- The ages of patients range from 18 to 35 years.
- Patients are lifetime non-smoker and non-alcoholic.
You likely can't join if
- History of trauma or cervical spine fractures.
- Previous spinal surgery.
- Any inflammatory pathology.
- Any cervical disc pathology and neurological signs.
- Malignancy.
- Cervical radiculopathy.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients have mechanical neck pain lasting longer than three months.
- The ages of patients range from 18 to 35 years.
- Patients are lifetime non-smoker and non-alcoholic.
- History of trauma or cervical spine fractures.
- Previous spinal surgery.
- Any inflammatory pathology.
- Any cervical disc pathology and neurological signs.
- Malignancy.
- Cervical radiculopathy.
- Rheumatoid arthritis.
- Pregnant female.
- Currently using muscle relaxation medication.
- History of respiratory and cardiovascular illness
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Zagazig, Egypt
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 35 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Zagazig, Egypt. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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