Neck muscle strengthening for chronic neck pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether adding specific neck muscle exercises to standard training helps reduce chronic neck pain. If you have had neck pain for more than 3 months, this might help you feel better.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 35 years old.
- You have had neck pain for more than 3 months.
- Your neck pain is at least a 3 out of 10 on a scale.
- You have not had recent neck injuries or surgery.
- You do not have conditions like high blood pressure, rheumatoid arthritis, or heart disease.
- You have no significant mental health conditions.
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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