Myofascial release for text neck in university students
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This trial tests if a hands-on therapy called myofascial release can help university students with text neck (neck pain from looking down at phones). It aims to reduce pain and improve neck function.
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Who can take part
- You are a university student aged 18 to 30
- You have been diagnosed with text neck (forward head posture) and have neck pain rated at least 3 out of 10
- Your neck disability is over 10% on a standard neck function questionnaire
- You use a smartphone or tablet for 3 or more hours every day
- You have a stress score above 14 on a standard stress test
- You have not had past neck surgery, serious neck conditions, or current physical therapy for your neck
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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