PRP acupuncture for long-term neck pain from muscle tightness
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether a treatment called platelet-rich plasma (PRP) acupuncture — using your own blood proteins — can reduce chronic neck pain caused by a common muscle condition. It may be a good option if you have had neck pain for months and want a non-surgical approach.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 59 years old.
- You have had neck pain for more than 3 months.
- Your pain is moderate (rating between 30 and 70 on a 0–100 scale) during daily activities.
- You do not have fibromyalgia, a history of neck surgery, or a bleeding disorder.
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or allergic to acupuncture needles.
- You have not taken anti-inflammatory drugs (like ibuprofen or naproxen) in the last 2 weeks.
Quick eligibility check
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