Clinical trials
Chronic Neck Pain clinical trials
Below are recruiting chronic neck pain clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 136 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07787741Recruiting
Cervical Epidural Injection for Chronic Neck Pain
This study tests a cervical epidural block (an injection into the neck area) as a treatment for chronic neck pain. It aims to see if this injection can help reduce pain in people with nerve-related neck pain.
Adapazarı, SakaryaAges 18–55 - NCT07125027Recruiting
Exercise and mindfulness for sciatica pain
This study tests a program called Move-MORE that combines exercise and mindfulness to help people with nerve-related leg pain (sciatica) that has lasted at least 3 months. You would use the program at home, attend weekly video sessions for 8 weeks, and complete questionnaires and daily surveys to see if the program improves your pain and quality of life.
Portland, OregonAges 18–75 - NCT07782099Recruiting
Breathing muscle function in chronic neck pain
This study compares breathing muscle function between people with chronic neck pain and healthy individuals. It aims to see if neck pain affects breathing muscles, which might lead to new treatments.
Kocaeli, DerinceAges 18–65 - NCT07776275Recruiting
Headache study comparing neck pain patients with healthy people
This study looks at physical differences between people with cervicogenic headache (a headache that starts in the neck), people with chronic neck pain without headache, and healthy controls. By comparing these groups, researchers hope to better understand what causes the headache and which physical features are specific to it.
Istanbul, SefaköyAges 25–60 - NCT07639060Recruiting
Pain Relief Study Using Freezing Nerve Treatment
This study watches how well a freezing procedure works for chronic pain over 6 to 12 months. Your doctor thinks this procedure could help your pain, and the study simply tracks your recovery through questionnaires to help doctors understand if it works.
Old Saybrook, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT06617494Recruiting
Study of pain control in chronic jaw pain
This study looks at how well the body's natural pain control system works in people with long-term jaw pain (TMD). It compares people with and without jaw pain to better understand why some have trouble turning off pain signals.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–74 - NCT07756229Recruiting
Physiotherapy for long-term neck pain
This study looks at how physiotherapy affects brain activity and symptoms in people with chronic neck pain lasting more than 3 months. It aims to see if physiotherapy can help reduce pain and improve function.
San Sebastián, GuipuzcoaAges 18 years+ - NCT06671860Recruiting
Exercises and hands-on therapy for neck pain
This study tests whether combining eye exercises with hands-on therapy helps people with non-specific neck pain (pain not caused by a known injury or disease). It may help improve how your neck moves and reduce discomfort.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT07120659Recruiting
Comparing vacuum and tactile massage for chronic neck pain
This study compares two types of massage (vacuum massage and tactile massage) to see which one works better for people with long-term neck pain. If you have had neck pain for at least 3 months, you may be able to join.
Tromsø, TromsAges 21–75 - NCT07630350Enrolling by invitation
Virtual Reality for Young People With Chronic Pain
This study tests whether wearing virtual reality goggles can help young people (ages 7–21) manage chronic pain in their neck, shoulders, or arms. Researchers want to see if VR activities can reduce pain and improve daily life.
Allison Park, PennsylvaniaAges 7–21 - NCT07487987Recruiting
Imagery and exercises for chronic neck pain
This trial tests whether imagining movements (motor imagery) and doing special neck exercises can help people with long-term neck pain. You may be eligible if your neck pain has lasted at least 3 months and is at least moderate, and you haven't had recent neck surgery or therapy.
Konya, KaratayAges 18–65 - NCT07040605Recruiting
Neck exercises for chronic pain
This study tests a special set of exercises for your neck muscles to help with chronic neck pain. It focuses on strengthening deep muscles and improving how your body senses neck movement.
Cairo, Giza GovernorateAges 20–40 - NCT06468904Recruiting
Neck exercises for hand strength in chronic neck pain
This trial tests whether special neck exercises can improve hand grip strength in people with long-term neck pain caused by muscle knots. If you have chronic neck pain and hand weakness, this study may help you get stronger while reducing pain.
GizaAges 20–45 - NCT07692126Recruiting
Neck pain and hand strength: core vs shoulder exercises
This study compares two types of exercises to see which better improves hand grip strength and neck pain. If you have had chronic myofascial neck pain (trigger points) in the upper shoulder muscle for over 6 months, this trial may help find which exercise works best for you.
Giza, Giza GovernorateAges 25–45 - NCT07294651Recruiting
Needle treatment for chronic neck pain
This trial is testing a procedure called percutaneous electrolysis, where a tiny needle is used to treat painful trigger points in the upper neck muscles. It may help people with long-lasting neck pain.
SivasAges 18–70 - NCT05605639RecruitingPhase 4
Study tests a targeted injection for neck pain
This trial studies whether an injection near the phrenic nerve can help people with neck pain. It is only for certain types of neck/diaphragm-related problems and excludes people with nerve, injury, cancer, infection, or autoimmune causes.
Dos Hermanas, SevilleAges 18–64 - NCT06915896Recruiting
Chronic back or neck pain: predicting therapy outcomes
This study looks at people with long-term low back or neck pain who are waiting for physical therapy. It aims to find what factors predict how well they will do with different treatment paths.
Florence, FIAges 18 years+ - NCT06709963Recruiting
Brain stimulation for older adults with chronic back or knee pain
This study tests a type of brain stimulation called intermittent theta burst stimulation to see if it can reduce pain and improve thinking in older adults with long-term back or knee pain. The treatment involves a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate the brain.
Hong KongAges 60–85 - NCT06814808Enrolling by invitation
Comparing three treatments for chronic neck pain
This study compares three different treatments for chronic neck pain caused by trigger points (tender knots in muscles). It aims to find which approach works best for pain relief and improved function.
Istanbul, ZeytinburnuAges 18–65 - NCT07741227Recruiting
Electric acupuncture for chronic neck pain
This study tests whether electric acupuncture can reduce stiffness and pain in the neck muscles. It may be a treatment option if you have had neck pain for at least 3 months and would like to try a non-drug approach.
Hong KongAges 18–65 - NCT07418632Recruiting
Motion training for neck pain using smart classification
This study tests a special motion-training program for people with neck pain. It uses a computer to classify and guide your movements, which may help reduce pain better than usual care.
LjubljanaAges 18–65 - NCT06835608Recruiting
Schroth exercise for kyphosis and chronic neck pain
This study tests whether an exercise program called Schroth (which strengthens back muscles) can improve your posture, reduce neck pain, and make daily activities easier. It is for people with a hunched upper back (kyphosis) and long-lasting neck pain.
Ankara, ÇankayaAges 20–50 - NCT06707870Recruiting
Neck exercises for chronic pain relief
This trial compares two different treatments for long-lasting neck pain: a special exercise that helps with neck posture (cervical retraction) and a gentle manual therapy technique (facet oscillatory mobilization). It aims to find which method is better at reducing pain and improving neck movement.
Peshawar, KPKAges 35–50 - NCT07150143Recruiting
Massage and exercises for chronic neck pain
This trial tests whether adding a special type of massage (connective tissue massage) and other physical therapies to standard neck stabilization exercises helps people with long-term neck pain feel better.
Ataşehir, IstanbulAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for chronic neck pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 136 recruiting chronic neck pain studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a chronic neck pain trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a chronic neck pain trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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