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StressModex for Post-Traumatic Neck Pain
Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark
Summary
Post-traumatic neck pain is a common consequence of traffic-related and other accidental injuries. While many individuals recover, a subgroup develops persistent pain, disability, and psychological distress. Building on previous adaptation and feasibility work, this randomised pilot trial will assess the feasibility of conducting a future definitive randomised controlled trial comparing StressModex plus treatment as usual (TAU) with TAU alone in individuals at risk of persistent post-traumatic neck pain. The primary feasibility objectives are to assess recruitment using a revised multi-source recruitment strategy and participant retention and remote outcome data collection. Secondary feasibility objectives are to assess the feasibility and acceptability of randomisation, characterise TAU and concurrent healthcare use, and estimate parameters relevant to the sample size calculation for a future definitive RCT. Intervention fidelity, adherence, acceptability, safety, and practical aspects of intervention delivery will additionally be monitored. The pilot trial is not designed or powered to evaluate the effectiveness of StressModex.
Official title: Early Stratified Physiotherapy Combined With Stress Inoculation Training for Individuals at Risk of Persistent Post-Traumatic Neck Pain: A Randomized Pilot Trial.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
30
Start Date
2026-09
Completion Date
2028-09
Last Updated
2026-09-17
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
StressModex plus Treatment as Usual
StressModex is a physiotherapist-delivered intervention combining guideline-based exercise therapy with stress inoculation training. Participants receive 10 treatment sessions over six weeks. Exercise components target neck mobility, strength, endurance, and sensorimotor function. Stress inoculation training components are integrated into six sessions and focus on stress education, relaxation strategies, coping skills, and self-management of stress-related symptoms following trauma.
Locations (3)
Hospital of Southern Jutland
Aabenraa, Denmark
Specialized Hospital for Polio and Accident Victims
Rødovre Municipality, Denmark
Central and West Zealand Hospital
Slagelse, Denmark