Identifying predictors for effective physiotherapy in neck and arm pain patients
Prediction of Response to Manual Physiotherapy Using Somatosensory Profiles in Patients With Cervicobrachial Pain
This study is testing whether certain traits can help predict which patients with neck and arm pain will benefit most from manual physiotherapy and nerve exercises.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 91 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Deusto Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa) |
| Trial ID | NCT06069362 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to identify characteristics that predict how well patients with cervicobrachial pain respond to manual physiotherapy. Participants will undergo a thorough assessment of their clinical and neurophysiological profiles before receiving six sessions of manual physiotherapy and home nerve gliding exercises. The study will evaluate changes in symptoms and functionality after treatment, using various clinical tests and questionnaires to gather comprehensive data on their condition. The goal is to determine if specific subgroups of patients benefit more from this treatment approach.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals experiencing unilateral cervicobrachial pain without severe underlying conditions.
Not a fit: Patients with severe diseases, cervical myelopathy, or those who have had previous cervical spine surgery may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more personalized and effective physiotherapy treatments for patients with cervicobrachial pain.
How similar studies have performed: Similar studies have shown promise in identifying predictors of treatment response, suggesting this approach may yield valuable insights.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Subjects with unilateral cervicobrachial pain Exclusion Criteria: * Signs of severe disease, cervical myelopathy, tumour, rheumatic diseases or a neurological pathology of central origin. * Cervicobrachial pain of traumatic origin or as a result of whiplash. * Previous surgical intervention of the cervical spine.
Where this trial is running
San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
- University of Deusto — San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Spain (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Xabat Casado, PhD cand — University of Deusto
- Study coordinator: Xabat Casado, PhD Cand
- Email: xabat.casado@deusto.es
- Phone: 943326600
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.