Massage for phone-related neck pain in students
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This study compares two types of massage—classic and percussive—to see which better relieves neck pain caused by prolonged phone use. If you're a student who spends hours on your phone and has neck or shoulder discomfort, you may be able to join.
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Who can take part
- You are a university student between 18 and 30 years old.
- You've been using a mobile device for at least a year and use it 3 or more hours a day.
- You have at least 3 of these symptoms: neck pain, upper back pain, shoulder pain, headache, insomnia, or tingling/numbness in your hands.
- You have not had surgery, radiation, or serious injury to your head, neck, or shoulders.
- You are not currently taking pain relievers or muscle relaxants, and you are not pregnant.
- You haven't received any neck treatment in the last 3 months.
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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