Neck Pain Treatment: Mobilization and Posture Exercises
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether combining two types of physical therapy—manual joint mobilization and specific posture-strengthening exercises—can reduce neck and upper back pain and improve how you hold your body. You may qualify if you have persistent neck pain linked to poor posture.
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Who can take part
- Age 18–45 years
- Neck and/or upper back pain lasting more than 6 weeks
- Pain rated 5 or higher on a 0–10 pain scale
- Pain gets worse when you stay in one position for a long time
- Diagnosed with Upper Cross Syndrome (rounded shoulders, forward head posture, tight chest muscles)
- Not currently receiving physical therapy or taking medications for this condition
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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