Physical Therapy for Neck Pain
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It focuses on physical therapy treatments for neck pain.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Cervical Spine Clinical Practice Guidelines, Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy for neck pain?
The revised clinical practice guidelines for neck pain, updated in 2017, suggest that nonsurgical treatments provided by physical therapists can improve pain and disability in many types of neck pain. These guidelines are based on evidence and help ensure that physical therapists use the best available practices to treat neck pain effectively.12345
Is physical therapy for neck pain safe?
How does the treatment 'Cervical Spine Clinical Practice Guidelines, Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy' differ from other treatments for neck pain?
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this clinical trial is to compare physical therapy treatments in people with neck pain. The main aim is to compare the short-term effectiveness of physical therapy treatment for neck pain as delivered through Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) as compared to the Cervical Spine Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) in patients with neck pain.Participants will be randomly allocated to receive treatment according to MDT or CPG guidelines. Researchers will compare outcomes between the two groups over 1 year.
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for adults aged 18-90 with neck pain who show a directional preference during initial physical therapy assessment. It's not for those with spinal surgery history, cervical instability, serious conditions like cancer or autoimmune diseases, pregnancy, upper motor neuron signs, or certain symptoms like dizziness and swallowing issues.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive physical therapy treatment according to MDT or CPG guidelines
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Cervical Spine Clinical Practice Guidelines
- Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Tufts University
Lead Sponsor