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Spinal Manipulative Therapy for Neck Pain
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Recruiting
Led By Arin Ellingson, PhD
Research Sponsored by University of Minnesota
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Ages 18 to 39
Pain intensity >3 (0-10 scale)
Must not have
History of cervical spine surgery
Contraindications to radiation exposure
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 1 hr
Summary
"This trial aims to develop a way to measure spinal health using movement patterns, to improve treatments like spinal manipulation therapy. The study will focus on how spinal motions can indicate spinal problems and if therapy can improve
Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults aged 18 to 39 who have been experiencing nonspecific, mechanical neck pain of moderate intensity or higher (more than a 3 on a scale from 0-10) for over three months. It's not suitable for individuals outside this age range or those with different types of neck pain.
What is being tested?
The study aims to see if Spinal Manipulative Therapy (SMT) can correct abnormal neck movements in people with chronic neck pain by comparing it against light massage and no treatment at all. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of these three groups.
What are the potential side effects?
While the document doesn't specify side effects, SMT may sometimes result in temporary discomfort, headaches, tiredness, or worsening of existing symptoms. Light massage is generally well-tolerated but could cause mild soreness.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
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I am between 18 and 39 years old.
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My pain level is above 3 on a scale of 0 to 10.
Exclusion Criteria
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I have had surgery on my neck spine.
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I cannot be exposed to radiation due to health risks.
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I do not have conditions like neck instability or serious nerve problems.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ 1 hr
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~1 hr
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary study objectives
Intersegmental and Global Range of Motion
Secondary study objectives
Fear of pain assessment
Neck disability
Neck pain intensity
+5 moreSide effects data
From 2019 Phase 2 trial • 273 Patients • NCT0286803410%
Increased low back symptoms from treatment
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
No Further Treatment
Extended SMT
Activating Exercise Component Only
Mobilizing Exercise Component Only
SMT With Activating Exercise Component
SMT With Mobilizing Exercise Component
Activating Exercise and Mobilizing Exercise Components
SMT With Activating Exercise and Mobilizing Exercise Components
Trial Design
3Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Placebo Group
Group I: Experimental groupExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Spinal Manipulative therapy group
Group II: No treatment groupActive Control1 Intervention
No Treatment: participants will be placed in a similar position to the other groups for the same duration, but no treatment or touch will be administered.
Group III: Pseudo sham groupPlacebo Group1 Intervention
Light massage group
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Who is running the clinical trial?
University of MinnesotaLead Sponsor
1,439 Previous Clinical Trials
1,621,898 Total Patients Enrolled
2 Trials studying Neck Pain
427 Patients Enrolled for Neck Pain
Arin Ellingson, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorUniversity of Minnesota