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Effects of Connective Tissue Massage and Physical Modalities Combined With Stabilization Exercises in Chronic Neck Pain
Sponsor: Fenerbahce University
Summary
This randomized, double-blinded controlled trial aims to investigate the comparative effects of connective tissue massage and physical modalities, when combined with cervical and scapulothoracic stabilization exercises, in individuals with chronic non-specific neck pain. A total of 51 participants aged 18-65 years will be randomly assigned into three groups. Group 1 will perform stabilization exercises alone, Group 2 will receive stabilization exercises plus connective tissue massage, and Group 3 will receive stabilization exercises plus electrotherapy modalities (infrared, continuous ultrasound, and TENS). The interventions will be conducted twice weekly for 8 weeks, and participants will also perform home-based exercises daily. Primary outcomes include pain, disability, and endurance, while secondary outcomes focus on quality of life, cervical range of motion, and scapular function.
Official title: Comparative Effects of Connective Tissue Massage and Physical Modalities Added to Cervical and Scapulothoracic Stabilization Exercises on Pain, Function, and Endurance in Individuals With Chronic Neck Pain
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
27
Start Date
2025-09-12
Completion Date
2026-10
Last Updated
2025-09-18
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Exercise
Each exercise session lasts 50 minutes, consisting of a 10-minute warm-up, 30 minutes of stabilization exercises, and a 10-minute cool-down. Stabilization exercises are selected from an exercise pool according to the individual's needs, with progression ensuring throughout the program. The exercises will be administered face-to-face twice a week for eight weeks, and participants will be provided with illustrated brochures and instructed to perform a one-hour home exercise program daily.
Connective tissue massage
Connective tissue massage will be applied, starting from the basic regions and gradually incorporating other regions.
Infrared therapy
Infrared therapy will be applied for 20 minutes
Continuous ultrasound
Continuous ultrasound will be applied to the right and left sides for 7 minutes each at an intensity of 2 W/cm².
Conventional TENS
20 minutes of conventional TENS will be administered to the painful area.
Locations (1)
Fenerbahçe Üniversitesi
Ataşehir, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)