Massage for chronic pain in active-duty military
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether massage therapy can help relieve chronic back, neck, or shoulder pain in active-duty service members. It also looks at how massage affects sleep and overall well-being.
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Who can take part
- You are on active-duty military service
- You are between 18 and 60 years old
- You have had back, neck, or shoulder pain for at least 3 months
- Your pain level is at least 4 on a 0-10 scale
- You can read and understand English and have a smartphone, tablet, or computer
- You have not had massage therapy in the past year and are not pregnant
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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