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 132 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06004804Recruiting
Video group therapy for chronic pain in older Veterans
This study tests whether group therapy sessions held over video can help older Veterans manage chronic muscle or joint pain. It focuses on teaching practical skills to reduce pain and improve quality of life.
West Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 60–95 - NCT07432841Recruiting
Personalized brain stimulation for chronic pain
This trial tests a personalized form of brain stimulation (high-definition tDCS) to treat chronic pain that has not improved with other treatments. If you have had pain for at least 6 months and it is still moderate to severe, this may be an option to explore.
MilanAges 18–75 - NCT06494670Enrolling by invitation
Trends in muscle and bone pain in U.S. adults
This study looks at how common different types of muscle and bone pain have been in U.S. adults over time. It uses data from a national health survey to understand trends, which may help improve pain care.
Ages Any age - NCT04673981Recruiting
Follow-up study for oral and throat cancer pain
This study looks at nerve-related symptoms and pain in the mouth and throat in people who have been treated for oral or oropharynx cancer. You may be able to take part if you’re within 1 to 5 years after treatment and can follow study steps.
Clermont-FerrandAges 18 years+ - NCT04783454Recruiting
Preventing neck and back pain in teleworkers
This study tests ways to prevent neck and back pain in people who work at a computer from home or an office. If you qualify, you may be assigned to an intervention aimed at reducing pain and improving comfort.
Ghent, East FlandersAges 18–69 - NCT07529392Recruiting
Ear nerve stimulation plus rehabilitation for chronic back pain
This trial tests a non-surgical treatment that stimulates a nerve in your ear while you do rehabilitation exercises to reduce chronic back pain. It may help if you've had pain for more than 6 months and pain medications aren't working well enough.
Baden, Lower AustriaAges 30–65 - NCT06351046Recruiting
Preventing chronic pain from getting worse
This trial tests a virtual reality program to see if it can help prevent long-term pain from becoming more severe. You may be eligible if you have had pain for at least 3 months and rate your average pain as moderate or higher.
Copenhagen, København Ø.Ages 18 years+ - NCT05505188Recruiting
Predicting long-term pain after head and neck radiotherapy
This study looks for ways to predict and improve pain you may have months after radiotherapy for first head and neck cancer. It may help doctors better anticipate pain and support patients during recovery.
CaenAges 18 years+ - NCT07218757Recruiting
Trial of emotional awareness therapy for veterans with chronic pain
This study tests if a type of therapy that helps you understand and express emotions related to pain (called Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy) can reduce chronic pain in veterans. It is designed for veterans who have had muscle or joint pain for at least 3 months and rate their pain as moderate or greater.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07094282Recruiting
Integrative therapies study for chronic back or neck pain
This study is testing integrative medicine therapies for chronic back or neck pain. It is for military members and their families who receive care at Nellis Air Force Base. The goal is to see if these therapies can help reduce pain and improve quality of life.
Nellis Air Force Base, NevadaAges 18 years+ - NCT07215104Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for chronic low back pain
This trial tests a special type of spinal cord stimulation (called BurstDR) in people with chronic low back pain. If you already have a spinal cord stimulator and it helps your pain, researchers want to see if adding muscle stimulation can provide even more relief.
Charleston, West VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06902233Recruiting
Brain stimulation for chronic low back pain
This trial tests if a non-invasive brain stimulation technique can help people with long-lasting low back pain. It uses mild electrical currents to adjust brain activity and may reduce pain and improve daily function.
Dunedin, OtagoAges 18–75 - NCT07681336Recruiting
Ear nerve stimulation for chronic low back pain
This trial tests if stimulating the vagus nerve through the ear can reduce chronic low back pain in people who haven't gotten enough relief from painkillers. It aims to see if this non-invasive treatment can help manage pain without medication.
Ghent, Oost-VlaanderenAges 30–60 - NCT07652944Recruiting
Magnetic field therapy for chronic lower back pain
This trial tests whether magnetic fields applied to your back can relieve chronic lower back pain that has lasted at least 12 weeks. It's for people aged 18 to 64 who are willing to attend all study visits.
Edwards Air Force Base, CaliforniaAges 18–64 - NCT05963451Recruiting
Testing treatments for long-term low back pain from facet joints
This study focuses on people with long-lasting low back pain that likely comes from the small “facet” joints in the lower spine. It aims to better understand brain, psychological, and biology changes to help optimize treatment for this type of back pain.
Sherbrooke, QuebecAges 18–75 - NCT07711041Recruiting
Comparing three treatments for chronic neck pain
This trial compares three therapies—integrated neuromuscular inhibition, dry cupping, and dry needling—to see which works best for long-lasting mechanical neck pain. It may help if you have had neck pain for over six months with trigger points in your upper shoulder muscle.
GizaAges 18–40 - NCT06590181Recruiting
Yoga Nidra with acceptance for chronic pain relief
This study tests a deep relaxation practice called Yoga Nidra, combined with mental imagery and acceptance, to see if it helps with long-lasting pain. You will take part in guided sessions from home via the internet.
Orlando, FloridaAges 18–75 - NCT05851326Recruiting
Ultrasound and gentle stimulation for stubborn muscle pain
This trial tests whether low-energy ultrasound and electrical/magnetic stimulation can reduce long-lasting myofascial pain in the low back, neck, or tension-type headaches. It may help if your pain has lasted at least 3 months and is still noticeable despite your current treatment plan.
GrazAges 18–99 - NCT07732062Recruiting
Emotion-focused therapy for chronic pain patients using medical cannabis
This study tests a new type of talking therapy (vEAET-H) to see if it helps people with chronic pain who are already using medical cannabis. The goal is to find out if adding this therapy can improve pain and well-being.
Tel AvivAges 18 years+ - NCT05776771Recruiting
Spine movement study for people with back or neck pain
This study measures how your spine and back/neck move using motion testing and equipment. It may help researchers better understand differences between people with spine pain and people without.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06217029Recruiting
MRI Study of Neck Pain in Adults
This study uses MRI scans to look at how neck pain affects young and middle-aged adults. It helps doctors understand the condition better and may guide future treatments.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18–50 - NCT06847360Recruiting
Home-based ear stimulation for IBS pain
This trial tests a gentle, non-invasive ear stimulation device (taVNS) used at home to reduce pain from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). It might help if you have moderate pain most days.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–29 - NCT06472349Recruiting
Upper trapezius muscle and chronic shoulder pain study
This study looks at how the upper trapezius muscle works and how it may be linked to long-term shoulder pain. Researchers will measure muscle shape, activity, and how you move your shoulder to understand pain better.
TaipeiAges 18–50 - NCT07193212Recruiting
Osteopathic treatment for low back pain and leg health
This study tests whether a hands-on osteopathic treatment can improve how your legs and feet work if you have chronic low back pain. It may help you understand if this type of manual therapy is a good option for your pain.
Auburn, AlabamaAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for chronic neck pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 132 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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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.