Examining the relationship between body awareness and chronic neck pain
Official title: Investigation of Central Sensitisation in Patients With Chronic Non-spesific Neck Pain
Run by Karabuk University · NCT06976398 · Data updated 2026-05-14
This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.
This study looks at how being aware of your body affects pain and disability in people aged 18-65 with chronic neck pain to help improve treatment options.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 64 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Karabuk University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Karabük) |
| Trial ID | NCT06976398 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18-65 who have been diagnosed with chronic non-specific neck pain.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with psychological disorders, severe depression, or a history of traumatic injury or neurological diseases 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 observational study focuses on individuals aged 18-65 diagnosed with chronic non-specific neck pain. It aims to explore the connections between body awareness, pain levels, central sensitization, disability, and proprioception. By understanding these relationships, the study seeks to inform rehabilitation strategies for those suffering from chronic neck pain, which often leads to significant disability and reduced quality of life. The research will involve assessments of pain sensitivity and proprioceptive feedback to better understand the impact of chronic pain on body awareness.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved rehabilitation programs for patients with chronic neck pain, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: While there is ongoing research into chronic pain and proprioception, this specific focus on the relationship between body awareness and chronic neck pain is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being between the ages of 18-65 * Being diagnosed with chronic non-specific neck pain by a doctor * Being willing to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Having psychological disorders, mental disorders, cancer and severe depression * Having a history of traumatic injury * Having a history of primary or metastatic spinal malignancy, spinal fracture * Having a neurological disease (Hemiplegia, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, etc.) * Having been diagnosed with advanced osteoporosis * Having a history of surgical intervention or acute infection in the cervical region
Where it's running
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Karabuk University
Karabük, Turkey Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Melek Turan — Karabuk University
- Study coordinator: Musa Gunes, PhD
- Email: musagunes52@hotmail.com
- Phone: 05315132482
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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.