Neuroscience-based pain education for chronic neck pain
Comparison of the Effects of Neuroscience-Based Pain Education and Myofascial Induction Technique on Pain and Quality of Life in Patients With Chronic Neck Pain
This study is testing if different approaches, including education about pain and specific exercises, can help people with chronic neck pain feel better and improve their daily life.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Turkoglu Dr. Kemal Beyazit State Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kahramanmaraş) |
| Trial ID | NCT06320938 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of neuroscience-based pain education, myofascial induction techniques, and home exercise programs in patients suffering from chronic neck pain. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: one receiving neuroscience-based education combined with home exercises, another receiving myofascial induction techniques with home exercises, and a third focusing solely on home exercises. The study will assess pain levels, quality of life, pain catastrophizing, and neck disability both immediately after treatment and at a six-month follow-up. The goal is to enhance understanding of pain management through education and targeted therapies.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-60 with non-specific neck pain lasting at least three months and a pain severity of four or more on the Visual Analogue Scale.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of neck and spine surgery, whiplash injuries, or those currently using analgesic medications may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve pain management and quality of life for patients with chronic neck pain.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using neuroscience-based education for pain management, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Ages between 18-60 years old, 2. Patients with non-specific neck pain for at least 3 months, 3. Having pain severity of four or more according to the Visual analogue scale (VAS), 4. Patients with Pain Catastrophizing Scale score \> 30 5. Patients with a Central Sensitization Inventory score \> 30 6. Not having received physiotherapy and manual therapy within the last 3 months, 7. Those who have not received and will not receive medical treatment in the last 3 months. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Having a history of neck and spine surgery, 2. Patients with whiplash injury, fracture history, 3. Having unstable neurological findings, 4. Presence of a pathology such as hernia and root compression in the cervical region, 5. Those who regularly use analgesic and anti-inflammatory drugs, 6. A communication problem may prevent the implementation of the evaluations or treatment program.
Where this trial is running
Kahramanmaraş
- Türkoğlu Dr. Kemal Beyazıt State Hospital — Kahramanmaraş, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Süreyya DAMAR ÖRENLER, PhD
- Email: fztsureyya88@hotmail.com
- Phone: 05433967170
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.