Taping or exercise for neck pain from device use
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This study compares two simple treatments for neck pain caused by using phones, tablets, or computers a lot: kinesiology taping (a special tape placed on the neck) and self-mobilization (gentle neck exercises you do yourself). It aims to see which one helps reduce pain better.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have neck pain that you rate higher than 3 out of 10 (where 0 is no pain and 10 is worst pain).
- You have used electronic devices (like smartphones, computers, or tablets) for at least 4 hours a day over the past year.
- You have not had neck or shoulder surgery in the last 6 months.
- You do not have a diagnosed neck condition such as whiplash, disc herniation, or rheumatoid arthritis.
- You are not currently taking painkillers, opioids, or steroids, and you have no skin allergies or wounds on your neck that would prevent taping.
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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