Clinical trials
Neck Pain Musculoskeletal clinical trials
Below are recruiting neck pain musculoskeletal clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 39 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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 - NCT07605013Recruiting
Neck Exercises for Office Workers: Building Strength and Function
This study tests whether specific neck mobilization techniques (gentle movements and stretches) can improve neck strength and function in desk workers. You would be a healthy control participant to help researchers understand how these techniques work in people without existing neck pain.
IstanbulAges 18–40 - 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 - NCT07448857Recruiting
Scapula movement and muscle activity in upper string players with neck pain
This study looks at how the shoulder blade moves and muscles work in violin and viola players who have neck pain. It may help understand why neck pain happens and how to treat it better.
Taipei, TaiwanAges 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 - NCT07494734Enrolling by invitation
Manual therapy for neck pain, disability, and quality of life
This study tests whether manual therapy (hands-on techniques) can reduce neck pain, improve daily function, and enhance quality of life for people with long-term neck pain.
Kocaeli, GebzeAges 18–65 - NCT03707288Recruiting
Exercise study for neck and low back pain in medical students
This study looks at neck and low back pain in medical students and asks participants to follow a set exercise plan for a period of time. It may help researchers understand what kind of exercise support could improve symptoms in students.
Kingston, KingstonAges Any age - NCT07685418Recruiting
Pressure therapy and home exercises for neck pain
This trial tests whether a hands-on technique called ischemic compression (applying gentle pressure to trigger points) plus home exercises helps relieve long-term neck pain that has no specific medical cause.
Istanbul, BakırköyAges 17–65 - NCT07683273Enrolling by invitation
Breathing exercises for neck and upper back pain
This study tests whether diaphragmatic breathing exercises can help reduce chronic, non-specific neck and upper back pain. If you have this type of pain that is not caused by an injury or disease, you may be able to join.
Trabzon, OrtahisarAges 18–60 - NCT06832852Recruiting
Comparing cost-effective care for muscle and joint pain
This study compares different models of care to find the most cost-effective way to treat common muscle and joint problems (like back, neck, knee, or shoulder pain). It looks at which approach works best for patients with persistent pain to guide future treatment decisions.
Québec, QuebecAges 18–65 - NCT06906107Recruiting
Neck pain study: testing a personalized treatment approach
This study is testing a method to see which neck pain patients benefit most from manual therapy and exercise. You may be eligible if you have neck pain (with or without arm symptoms) and have not had recent whiplash, neck surgery, or certain other conditions.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–70 - NCT07179016Recruiting
Acupressure for chronic pain in rural areas
This trial tests if a self-managed acupressure program can help people living in rural areas manage long-term muscle or joint pain, like neck, back, or knee pain. You would learn to press small seeds on your ear to ease pain.
Columbia, South CarolinaAges 18–85 - NCT07194239Recruiting
Lifestyle medicine for chronic pain in older adults
This trial tests if lifestyle changes like diet and exercise can reduce chronic muscle or joint pain in older adults. It focuses on people with long-lasting pain from conditions like arthritis.
Hong KongAges 60 years+ - NCT07544108Recruiting
Understanding What Affects Neck Pain Recovery
This study helps researchers understand which patients with long-term neck pain recover better and why. By learning more about your neck pain and how it affects your daily life, the study may help doctors predict outcomes and improve treatment.
Kütahya, KütahyaAges 18–65 - NCT07567300Recruiting
Understanding Pain Patterns in Migraine and Neck or Back Pain
This study explores how migraine headaches, neck pain, and lower back pain may share similar pain mechanisms in the body. Researchers will ask you questions to understand your pain patterns and help identify connections between these conditions.
Gaziantep, MerkezAges 18–65 - NCT07637552Enrolling by invitation
Deep vs. Shallow Needle Treatment for Neck Pain
This study compares two ways of using dry needling (a technique where thin needles are inserted into tight muscles) to treat neck pain caused by muscle knots. Researchers will use ultrasound and electrical testing to see which approach works better and is safer.
Dammam, Eastern ProvinceAges 18–65 - NCT07536672Enrolling by invitation
Understanding Pain and Sexual Health in Chronic Pain
This study helps develop a questionnaire (survey) that measures how chronic pain affects sexual health and relationships. If you have long-term pain and a stable relationship, your feedback could help doctors better understand and support patients like you.
Kütahya, KütahyaAges 18 years+ - NCT07489014Enrolling by invitation
Therapy techniques for neck pain relief
This trial tests two hands-on treatments—gentle joint movement and soft tissue release—to see which better helps long-lasting neck pain. It could offer pain relief without surgery or strong medications.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT06957639Enrolling by invitation
Physiotherapy for chronic neck pain
This trial tests a physiotherapy program for people with neck pain lasting 3 months or longer. The goal is to see if it helps reduce pain and improve daily function.
Yozgat, YozgatAges 18–64 - 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 - NCT07723586Recruiting
TENS vs Ultrasound for mechanical neck pain
This trial compares two common treatments—TENS (a device that uses mild electrical pulses) and ultrasound therapy—along with neck exercises for long-lasting neck pain. You would get one of these treatments for several weeks to see which helps your pain more.
Karachi, SindhAges 18–45 - 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 - NCT07310823Enrolling by invitation
Manual therapy for neck-related headaches
This study tests if manual therapy (hands-on treatment) can help people whose headaches start from neck problems. If you have headaches at least once a week and limited neck movement, this trial may be an option.
GizaAges 20–40
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for neck pain musculoskeletal?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 39 recruiting neck pain musculoskeletal 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 neck pain musculoskeletal 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 neck pain musculoskeletal 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
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