Comparing two treatments for chronic neck pain
Official title: Compare the Effectiveness of Cervical Retraction Exercise and Facet Oscillatory Mobilization in Improving Pain, Ranges and Disability in Patients With Chronic Mechanical Neck Pain.
Run by Riphah International University · NCT06707870 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing which treatment, Cervical Retraction Exercise or Facet Oscillatory Mobilization, works better for people with chronic neck pain.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
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| Ages | 35 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 32 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Peshawar, KPK) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | May 1, 2024 |
| Main results expected | December 13, 2024 |
| Study ends | December 13, 2024 |
| Registry record updated | November 27, 2024 |
| Trial ID | NCT06707870 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 35-50 with chronic mechanical neck pain lasting more than six weeks and specific disability scores.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with cervical radiculopathy, severe neurological disorders, or those who have had previous cervical surgery may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study aims to compare the effectiveness of Cervical Retraction Exercise and Facet Oscillatory Mobilization in patients suffering from chronic mechanical neck pain. It will involve a randomized control trial design with 32 participants divided into two groups of 16 each. The primary outcomes will focus on improvements in neck disability and range of motion. Participants will be assessed based on their neck pain severity and disability index scores.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide patients with effective non-surgical treatment options for chronic neck pain.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown varying degrees of success with similar therapeutic approaches, but this specific comparison is novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Participants falling in this category would be recruited into the study. * Participants were patients with a complaint of Chronic Mechanical neck pain (\> 6 weeks). * Neck Disability Index (NDI) score \> 16% * Age between 35-50 years, Both Male and Female * NPRS score \>3-6. * Recurrent neck pain aggravated at least once in the month. * Painful Cervical ROM (Flexion \<80 Extension\<70 rotation\<90 to both sides and lateral flexion \<35 degree. * Spurling test negative * Patients willing to participates in the study after filling the consent form. * Upper Limb Nerve tension test (Median, Radial, and Ulnar negative). Exclusion Criteria: * Participant failing to fall in this category would be excluded of the study. * Cervical radiculopathy * Cervical canal stenosis * Severe neurological disorder * Previous cervical surgery * Recent history of fall/trauma to the cervical spine.
Where it's running
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Khyber Teaching hospital
Peshawar, Kpk, Pakistan Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Faheem Ullah Jan, MS-OMPT — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: Dr Aman Ullah Nazir, PhD*
- Email: aman.nazir@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 03335330065
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.