Neck muscle responses after upper neck therapy
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This trial looks at how a specific neck therapy affects a small muscle at the top of your neck. It may help researchers understand how hands-on treatment works for neck pain or stiffness.
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Who can take part
- You must be able to read and understand English.
- You should not have had neck surgery or a serious neck injury in the past.
- You must not have any medical condition that makes it unsafe to receive hands-on neck therapy.
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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