Comparing methods of interferential current therapy for chronic neck pain
Comparison of Efficiency of Interferential Current Application Methods in Chronic Neck Pain
This study tests which method of interferential current therapy works better for relieving chronic neck pain by comparing vacuum electrodes to carbon-silicon pad electrodes.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Abant Izzet Baysal University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Bolu) |
| Trial ID | NCT06562933 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effects of Interferential Current Therapy on pain, disability, and quality of life in patients suffering from chronic neck pain. It specifically compares two application methods: vacuum electrodes and carbon-silicon pad electrodes. Chronic neck pain is a common issue that can significantly impact daily life, and this research aims to determine which method is more effective in alleviating symptoms. Participants will receive either the active treatment or a sham treatment to assess the efficacy of the therapies.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 20 to 50 with chronic neck pain lasting at least 3 months.
Not a fit: Patients with inflammatory diseases, radiculopathy, or contraindications to electrotherapy will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into more effective treatment options for chronic neck pain, improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While interferential current therapy is widely used, this specific comparison of electrode types is novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients with chronic neck pain lasting at least 3 months * Ages between 20 and 50 years Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with inflammatory or infectious diseases and those with radiculopathy or myelopathy symptoms * Patients for whom electrotherapy is contraindicated (e.g., those with pregnancy, neurological conditions such as epilepsy, inner ear hearing aids, arrhythmias, pacemakers, active infections, skin lesions, etc.) * Individuals with a history of malignancy, major surgery, or previous trauma * Individuals who have received physical therapy within the last year * Patients whose evaluation could not be completed for any reason * Patients who do not wish to complete their evaluations for any reason
Where this trial is running
Bolu
- Abant Izzet Baysal University — Bolu, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Serdar Kılınç
- Email: drserdarkilinc@hotmail.com
- Phone: 905055913181
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.