Neck traction vs placebo traction for pinched nerve symptoms
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests whether using neck traction (gentle pulling) helps people with cervical radiculopathy (a pinched nerve in the neck). It compares real traction to a placebo (sham) traction to see if symptoms and neck function improve.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- Your neck disability score is at least 15 out of 50
- Your exam shows at least 3 of these: nerve tension test positive, neck rotation on the affected side under 60°, traction test helps, or Spurling test reproduces symptoms
- Your pinched-nerve symptoms were diagnosed 3 to 24 months ago
- You have not had cervical traction in the past 5 years and you had a recent MRI/CT scan for this problem
- You can understand the study and agree to take part
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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