Neck exercises with diaphragm release for chronic neck pain
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether adding a gentle release technique for the diaphragm muscle to standard neck exercises can help reduce chronic neck pain. It may offer a new way to ease pain that has lasted over three months.
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Who can take part
- You are between 25 and 60 years old.
- You have had neck pain for more than 3 months.
- You are able to follow instructions.
- You have not had neck surgery or certain neck conditions.
- You have no breathing problems like COPD or severe asthma.
- You are not pregnant and have not had physical therapy 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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