Effects of electrotherapy on neck pain in young individuals
The Effect of Different Electrotherapy Interventions on Pain and Hand Function in Young Individuals With Neck Pain: a Randomized Controlled Double-blind Trial
This study is testing whether two types of electrotherapy can help young people with neck pain feel better and improve their hand function.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 36 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 30 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Burdur, Center) |
| Trial ID | NCT06767839 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical study investigates the effects of two different electrotherapy interventions, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) and high-voltage pulsed galvanic stimulation (HVPGS), on pain and hand function in young individuals suffering from neck pain. Participants aged 18-30 will be randomly assigned to receive one of the two interventions or a placebo over a total of 20 sessions, each lasting 20 minutes, three times a week. Evaluations will occur before the intervention, after the first session, and one week after completing the 20 sessions to assess the effectiveness of the treatments.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are young adults aged 18-30 who are experiencing neck pain.
Not a fit: Patients who have received anti-inflammatory treatment, physical therapy, or regular exercise in the last three months may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide effective non-invasive treatment options for young individuals suffering from neck pain.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with electrotherapy for pain management, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being between 18-30 years old * Complaining of neck pain * Volunteering to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Having received any anti-inflammatory treatment in the last 3 months * Having received any physical therapy and rehabilitation treatment in the last 3 months * Doing regular exercise * Not attending work sessions
Where this trial is running
Burdur, Center
- Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University — Burdur, Center, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Betul Soylemez, Master of science
- Email: bsoylemez@mehmetakif.edu.tr
- Phone: +90 554 646 13 56
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.