Neck exercises improve whiplash recovery
Effectiveness of a Telerehabilitation Programme Based on Specific Neck Specific Neck Exercises in Patients With Whiplash-associated Disorders. Randomised Clinical Trial Controlled and Multicentric
This study is testing if a special neck exercise program done over video calls can help people with whiplash feel less pain and improve their daily activities.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 102 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Universidad de Concepcion Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Concepción, Biobio) |
| Trial ID | NCT06580990 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of a telerehabilitation program using the Spinetrack device for patients with whiplash-associated disorders (WAD) in the subacute stage. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: a telerehabilitation group using Spinetrack, a standard telerehabilitation group, or a usual care group. The study aims to assess the impact of specific neck exercises on pain and self-perceived disability over a six-week period conducted via video calls. The goal is to determine if deep neck musculature training can significantly reduce pain and disability in these patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-65 with subacute whiplash-associated disorders classified as WAD I or II.
Not a fit: Patients with severe cervical injuries or those who have undergone previous cervical spine surgeries may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide an effective non-invasive treatment option for patients suffering from whiplash-associated disorders.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of telerehabilitation for similar conditions has shown promise, the specific application of the Spinetrack device in this context is novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 18-65 years * Patients with WAD, defined as cervical pain or disability resulting from a resulting from a collision or similar trauma, grade I-II according to QTF8 in subacute stage from 7 days to 12 weeks. * Have internet connection and a device to communicate (telephone, television, computer). * NPRS up to moderate category (4 out of 10).38 * IDC score up to moderate category (15 out of 50). Exclusion Criteria: * Screening for cervical fractures ruled out by the National Emergency X-ray Utilization Study (NEXUS) criteria. (Focal neurological deficits such as paralysis, paraesthesia, speech, vision or hearing impairment; Midline spinal cord tenderness; Altered spinal cord level Altered level of consciousness; Intoxication; Distraction injury defined as a serious injury to another part of the body; or other serious injury to another part of the body that could distract from the neck injury). * Previous cervical spine, jaw and upper extremity surgeries * Traumatic brain injury * Neck pain and disability from abuse, domestic violence or fights * Difficulty hearing and understanding instructions
Where this trial is running
Concepción, Biobio
- Universidad de Concepción — Concepción, Biobio, Chile (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Mario Muñoz Bustos, MSc — Universidad de Concepcion
- Study coordinator: María D RodríguezTastets, PhD
- Email: andrea@udec.cl
- Phone: +56412204302
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.