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matched manipulation for Neck Pain (EMU Trial)

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Led By Brian Swanson, PT, DSc

Research Sponsored by University of Hartford

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Be older than 18 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up 7-10 days post intervention

Awards & highlights

EMU Trial Summary

This trial aims to compare two different spinal manipulations for adults with neck pain. Participants will undergo tests and questionnaires to assess pain levels and range of motion before and after receiving either a cervical or thor

Who is the study for?

This trial is for adults aged 18-65 with neck pain. Participants must be able to perform a specific test called the cervico-thoracic differentiation test (CTDT) and undergo spinal manipulations. Details on who can't join are not provided.Check my eligibility

What is being tested?

The study tests whether spinal manipulation in the region suggested by the CTDT leads to better pain relief and improved neck movement compared to manipulation in an unmatched region. It involves two sessions, questionnaires, range of motion measurements, and manipulations.See study design

What are the potential side effects?

Potential side effects are not detailed but may include discomfort or soreness from the manipulation procedure itself.

EMU Trial Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ 7-10 days post intervention

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~7-10 days post intervention

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 7-10 days post intervention for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary outcome measures

pain with motion

Secondary outcome measures

neck disability index

pain at rest

range of motion

EMU Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Active Control

Group I: matched manipulationActive Control1 Intervention

For the matched manipulation group, participants with the source of neck pain at the cervical spine determined by the CTDT will receive a cervical manipulation, and participants with the source of neck pain at the thoracic spine determined by the CTDT will receive a thoracic manipulation. The manipulation will be given to the participant's most provocative spinal level as determined by the examiner and side determined by the CTDT. The investigator will be limited to 2 manipulation attempts even if cavitation was not achieved.

Group II: unmatched manipulationActive Control1 Intervention

For the unmatched manipulation group, participants with the source of neck pain at the cervical spine determined by the CTDT will receive a thoracic manipulation, and participants with the source of neck pain at the thoracic spine found during the CTDT will receive a cervical manipulation. The manipulation will be given to the most hypomobile spinal level determined by the physical therapist and to the most provocative side found during the CTDT. The investigator will be limited to 2 manipulation attempts even if cavitation was not achieved.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of HartfordLead Sponsor

13 Previous Clinical Trials

553 Total Patients Enrolled

Brian Swanson, PT, DScPrincipal InvestigatorUniversity of Hartford

4 Previous Clinical Trials

188 Total Patients Enrolled

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Which individuals are eligible to partake in this research investigation?

"Individuals experiencing neck discomfort and aged between 18 to 65 are eligible for participation in this research. The trial aims to enroll approximately 40 participants."

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Does this study include individuals who are older than 80 years of age?

"To be eligible for this study, individuals aged between 18 and 65 are sought. There exist separate trials catering to those under 18 and above 65; specifically, there are two such studies for the former group and fifty-four for the latter category."

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What is the number of participants currently enrolled in this clinical study?

"Indeed, the details on clinicaltrials.gov specify that this ongoing clinical trial is actively seeking participants. Initially shared on February 20th, 2024, and most recently revised on February 28th, 2024; the investigation aims to enroll a total of 40 patients at one designated site."

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Are there any available vacancies for potential participants in this research study?

"According to information found on clinicaltrials.gov, this investigation is currently in the process of enlisting volunteers. The study was initially published on February 20th, 2024 and underwent its most recent revision on February 28th, 2024."

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Recent research and studies

clinicaltrials.govStudy

Validation of the Cervicothoracic Differentiation Test

Brian Swanson 2024. "Validation of the Cervicothoracic Differentiation Test". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT06287242.

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