Self-Mobilization Versus Kinesio-Taping on the Cervical Region in Electronic Device Users

Last updated: January 29, 2023
Sponsor: Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa (IUC)
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Neck Pain

Chronic Pain

Treatment

N/A

Clinical Study ID

NCT05717868
E-74555795-050.01.04-533346
  • Ages 18-65
  • All Genders
  • Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Study Summary

The purpose of this clinical trial is to compare the effectiveness of kinesio-taping versus self-mobilization applied to the cervical region of long-duration electronic device users.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Complain of pain in the neck
  • Using electronic devices (including smart phones, desktop computers, laptops, tablets)for at least 4 hours a day,
  • Using electronic devices for at least 6 months,
  • Volunteering to participate in the study

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Having a history of allergic reaction,
  • Having previous cervical pathologies such as cervical spondylolisthesis, discherniation, rheumatoid arthritis, muscle or ligament injury or strain,
  • Having had neck or shoulder surgery,
  • Having a neurological deficit (eg numbness, muscle weakness and loss of sensation).

Study Design

Total Participants: 32
Study Start date:
November 16, 2022
Estimated Completion Date:
June 30, 2023

Study Description

There is increasing use of electronic devices among individuals due to technological advancement and increasing work demands. The prolong use of these devices may result to discomfort in the neck and impairments in cervical range of motion, proprioceptive sense, muscle activities, and disability among users of electronic devices. Kinesio-taping and self-mobilization in the cervical region may improve function, and reduce disability. Therefore the aim of this study is to compare the effectiveness of kinesio-taping against self-mobilization among long-duration electronic device users.

Participants will be randomized into either a kinesio-taping or self-mobilization group. Treatment will be administered within a four-week period. Participants will be evaluated at baseline, post-intervention and at one-month follow-up.

Connect with a study center

  • Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa

    Istanbul,
    Turkey

    Active - Recruiting

  • Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa

    Istanbul,
    Turkey

    Active - Recruiting

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