Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 25 to 55

Efficacy of Gross Myofascial Release With Neural Mobilization for Cervical Radiculopathy

Official title: Efficacy Of Gross Myofascial Release With Neural Mobilization Versus Neural Mobilization Alone On Pain, Functional Limitations, And Cervical Range Of Motion In Cervical Radiculopathy

Run by Ibadat International University, Islamabad · NCT07808476 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This trial tests whether adding gross myofascial release to neural mobilization helps reduce pain and improve function and neck motion in adults with cervical radiculopathy.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages25 Years to 55 Years
SexAll
Enrollment44 (estimated)
SponsorIbadat International University, Islamabad
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Peshawar, KPK)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJuly 10, 2026
Main results expectedNovember 15, 2026
Study endsNovember 30, 2026
Registry record updatedSeptember 8, 2026
Trial IDNCT07808476 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults 25–55 with chronic neck pain radiating to one upper limb, positive upper limb tension test, and symptoms lasting at least four weeks.

Probably not a fit

Patients without the targeted nerve irritation pattern or with exclusion criteria may not experience benefit from the combined intervention.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This randomized study compares two physical therapy approaches for cervical radiculopathy: gross myofascial release combined with neural mobilization versus neural mobilization alone. Eligible participants are adults aged 25–55 with chronic neck pain radiating to the arm, positive upper limb tension test, and symptoms for at least four weeks. Outcomes focus on pain levels, functional limitations, and cervical range of motion. The study is conducted at My Health Wellness Center in Peshawar, with Ibadat International University as the lead sponsor.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, participants receiving the combined therapy may experience greater pain relief and improved neck function.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies using neural mobilization or myofascial release have shown benefits in neck-related pain, but this specific combination for cervical radiculopathy is less established.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Male and female patients aged between 25-55 years
* Presence of chronic neck pain radiating to one upper limb
* Positive Upper Limb Tension Test-I (Median nerve)
* Patients having pain, numbness, tingling, or paresthesia in the cervical nerve root distribution.
* Symptom's duration of at least 4 weeks

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with cervical myelopathy
* History of cervical spine fracture, tumor, infection, or malignancy
* Previous cervical spine surgery
* Severe osteoporosis or inflammatory joint disease
* Presence of systemic neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis or stroke
* Patients with severe cervical instability or vertebral artery insufficiency
* Recent physiotherapy treatment for cervical radiculopathy within the last 3 months

Where it's running

  • My Health Wellness center, Peshawar
    Peshawar, Kpk, Pakistan
    Recruiting

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How to take part

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