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
- NCT05398003Recruiting
Stimulating nerves to treat long-lasting neck and arm pain
This trial tests whether a nerve-stimulation treatment can reduce chronic neck and upper arm pain when other treatments haven’t worked. It includes adults who can consent and attend follow-up visits, and it checks for safety with pregnancy prevention and a specific early test after implantation.
NantesAges 18–85 - NCT06263907Recruiting
Nerve block to prevent depression after mastectomy
This study tests whether a nerve block near the neck (stellate ganglion block) can help prevent depression after mastectomy for breast cancer. It is for women who are generally healthy and have no history of mood disorders.
Al MansurahAges 21–65 - NCT07507422Recruiting
Post-market study of Inceptiv spinal cord stimulation
This study follows people receiving Inceptiv, a spinal cord stimulator from Medtronic, to see how well it works over time. It is for adults with chronic back or limb pain who have not tried spinal cord stimulation before.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07021586Recruiting
Tongue pressure in adults with chronic neck pain
This study looks at how tongue pressure might be related to chronic neck pain in people aged 50 to 65. If you have ongoing neck pain, it could help researchers understand how your muscles work.
TaipeiAges 50–65 - NCT07352384Enrolling by invitation
Brain stimulation for chronic face and mouth pain
This trial tests if a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (called TMS or tDCS) can help reduce long-lasting pain in the face, jaw, or mouth. It's for people who have tried other treatments without enough relief.
Almada, Setúbal DistrictAges 18–75 - NCT06690060Recruiting
Mind-body program for chronic migraine
This study tests whether a mind-body program, done remotely, can help people with chronic migraines reduce headache impact. It is for adults who have migraines at least 5 days a month and are willing to learn relaxation and stress-management techniques.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05851196Recruiting
Personalized exercise for recurrent low back pain
This study looks at how back muscle features can help tailor an exercise program for people with recurring, non-specific low back pain. It may help by matching exercises to your specific back function and symptoms.
DiepenbeekAges 18–60 - NCT07415941Recruiting
Mindfulness and nerve stimulation for back pain and depression
This trial tests if combining mindfulness-based meditation with a gentle nerve stimulation device (applied to the ear) can help people aged 50–85 with chronic low back pain and depression. The goal is to reduce pain and improve mood without changing your current medications.
Tallahassee, FloridaAges 50–85 - NCT06582134Recruiting
Mindfulness for jaw pain in university students
This trial tests whether brief mindfulness exercises can help reduce jaw pain in university students. If you have had jaw pain for at least 3 months, you may be able to join.
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala LumpurAges 18–30 - NCT06932406Recruiting
Personality and self-help for jaw pain
This study tests whether a self-management program for jaw and face pain works differently in people with different personalities. You will learn techniques to manage your pain at home.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 18–65 - NCT06704425Recruiting
How back pain affects thinking in older adults
This study looks at how chronic low back pain might affect memory, attention, and other thinking skills in adults aged 60 to 85. You will complete questionnaires, thinking tasks, and a brain scan to help researchers understand the link between pain and cognitive function.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 60–85 - NCT07514208Enrolling by invitation
Headache Sensitivity and Pain Testing Study
This study examines how sensitive the skin and tissues around the head are in people with migraines or tension headaches. Researchers will perform gentle touch and pressure tests to understand pain patterns, which may help improve headache treatment in the future.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07027644Recruiting
Combined therapy for chronic neck pain relief
This trial tests whether combining a muscle-relaxation technique with cupping therapy is more effective than either alone for treating chronic neck pain caused by muscle knots in the upper trapezius. Participants must have had these knots for more than 6 months.
GizaAges 18–40 - NCT07141108Recruiting
Using a digital tool to track chronic pain and improve quality of life
This trial tests a digital tool that helps you track your pain and activity level. The goal is to see if using the tool can improve your quality of life. You would use a smartphone or tablet app and share updates with your primary care team.
Malmö, Skåne CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT07032480Recruiting
Sleep, Neck Pain, and Depression Study
This study looks at how sleep problems, neck pain, and depression might be connected in healthy young adults. It aims to help understand these common issues better.
Istanbul, ÜsküdarAges 18–28 - NCT06573515Recruiting
Comparing two therapies for neck pain in breastfeeding mothers
This study tests if high-tone power therapy or interferential current therapy helps reduce neck pain in new mothers who are exclusively breastfeeding. It aims to find a safe, drug-free option to relieve discomfort.
CairoAges 18–35 - NCT05561595Recruiting
Reducing health-related stigma through group support
This trial tests a virtual group program to help people cope with health-related stigma from conditions like obesity, cancer, HIV, diabetes, skin disease, or chronic pain. It aims to reduce internalized stigma and improve well-being.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT04028687Recruiting
Study of a hip stem used in select adult hip replacements
This trial follows people who have had a hip replacement using a specific “Taperloc Complete” stem. It is meant to monitor outcomes after surgery and see how well the stem performs over time for certain non-infectious hip problems.
Henderson, NevadaAges 18 years+ - NCT04883411Recruiting
First-in-human test of new cervical spine plate and cage
This study tests a new implanted metal plate and cage to treat problems in the neck caused by worn spinal discs and nerve or spinal cord compression. It is aimed at people whose symptoms have not improved with non-surgical care for at least 6 weeks (or who have worsening nerve/spinal cord symptoms).
Union, New JerseyAges 22–79 - NCT04995224Recruiting
Study what causes long-term pain in new Crohn’s or colitis
This study looks at why some people develop long-term pain after being newly diagnosed with ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease. It may help researchers understand the pain process and improve future treatments.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT05818774Recruiting
Different types of neck nerve ablation for chronic pain relief
This trial compares two ways of using radiofrequency heat to treat a specific set of neck pain nerves (the “cervical medial branch nerves”). It may help people with long-lasting neck pain who did not improve with standard treatments and who respond to diagnostic nerve blocks.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–85 - NCT06214949Recruiting
Personalized brain stimulation for chronic neck pain
This study tests if a personalized type of magnetic brain stimulation called PrTMS can help reduce chronic neck pain. It is for military health care beneficiaries who have had neck pain for at least 3 months.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–65 - NCT06312696Recruiting
Neck movement study with spinal manipulation therapy
This study tests whether a special hands-on therapy (spinal manipulation) can help people with long-term neck pain. It will measure how the neck moves and whether the treatment improves movement and reduces pain.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–39 - NCT07555873Recruiting
Osteopathic treatment versus physical therapy for neck and head dysfunction
This study compares two hands-on treatment approaches—osteopathic manipulation and physiotherapy—for chronic neck pain, headaches, and dizziness caused by cervical dysfunction. If you qualify, you'll receive one of these treatments and help researchers understand which works better.
Pristina, PejtonAges 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.
Related conditions
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.