Cervical RadiculopathyNCT07366983
Effect of Cervical Traction With Neural Mobilization on Nerve Root Functions in Cervical Radiculopathy Patients
A study testing traction (30 degree) head flexion, Deep neck flexor strengthening exercise and Sub occipital Release in people with Cervical Radiculopathy and Traction, run by Cairo University at 1 site in Egypt.
Trial summary
This study will be conducted to examine 1. The efficacy of mechanical traction from decompression angles combined with neural mobilization on the H reflex of flexor carpi radialis. 2. The efficacy of mechanical traction from decompression angles combined with neural mobilization on ultrasonography changes. 3. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 30 to 45 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Cervical Radiculopathy, Traction, Neural Mobilization
- What is being tested?
- traction (30 degree) head flexion, Deep neck flexor strengthening exercise and Sub occipital Release
- Type of treatment
- Medical device
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 45 participants
- Where
- 1 siteEgypt
- Study dates
- 1 Feb 2026to 1 Jun 2026
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 30 to 45 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- The patient's age will be ranged from 30 to 45 years old for both genders.
- The patient's with unilateral C5-6 and C6-7 (posterior lateral disc protrusion) confirmed by T 2, axial view of magnetic resonance imaging
- The patient's symptoms more than 3 months and positive provocative test for cervical radiculopathy (Spurling's test, shoulder abduction test, neck distraction test, and upper limb tension test 1 (Median nerve).
- Sensory, reflex, and/ or motor changes in the upper limb
Who cannot join
- History of surgical procedures for pathologies giving rise to neck pain or carpal tunnel syndrome
- Clinical signs or symptoms of medical "red flags" (infection, cancer, and cardiac involvement).
- Patients with neck pain for signs and symptoms of serious pathology, including suspected arterial insufficiency, upper cervical ligamentous insufficiency, unexplained cranial nerve dysfunction, and fracture.
- Systemic diseases such as autoimmune and metabolic diseases.
- History of steroid injection.
- Complete loss of sensation along the involved nerve root.
- bilateral radiating upper extremity
- Diabetic polyneuropathy.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
Egypt1 site
out-patient clinic, faculty of physical therapy, Horus university
Damietta
Mohamed Nagy Abd ELfatah ELshafey, Assistant lecturer, 01155273157, mnagy@horus.edu.eg
About this study
Official title: Effect of Cervical Traction From Different Angles With Neural Mobilization on Nerve Root Functions in Cervical Radiculopathy Patients
This study will be conducted to examine
- The efficacy of mechanical traction from decompression angles combined with neural mobilization on the H reflex of flexor carpi radialis.
- The efficacy of mechanical traction from decompression angles combined with neural mobilization on ultrasonography changes.
- The efficacy of mechanical traction from decompression angles with neural mobilization has a Numeric Pain Rating Scale.
- The efficacy of mechanical traction from decompression angles combined with neural mobilization on Neck Disability Index.
Read the detailed description
Cervical radiculopathy is a condition characterized by pain, sensory and motor impairments, and slowed reflexes caused by the compression of cervical nerve roots, often stemming from cervical disc herniation. The etiology includes mechanical compression and chemical irritation, commonly due to foraminal stenosis. Cervical radiculopathy pain is a combination of nociceptive and neuropathic components, with various conservative treatments available, including immobilization and physical therapy, although evidence for their efficacy is limited. Neural mobilization especially when combined with cervical traction, shows promise in alleviating nerve-related pain and enhancing treatment adaptability. Techniques involving specific joint movements can enhance foraminal dimensions, thereby affecting nerve tension and circulation. This study uniquely examines the effects of head positions on foraminal opening and clinical outcomes, including H reflex and ultrasonography changes.
- Being tested
- traction (30 degree) head flexion, Deep neck flexor strengthening exercise, Sub occipital Release, Hold/Relax Stretch, Prone Cervical Unilateral Poster anterior Mobilization
- Medical subject headings
- Radiculopathy
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
traction (30 degree) head flexionDevice
Triton decompression system is designed to apply traction to the cervical vertebrae in patients grouped as A, B, and C. The system includes a Triton decompression traction unit and a QuikWrapTM belting system, with traction starting from specified angles (30-degree head flexion) and an initial force of 10% of the patient's body weight, increasing by 1-2 kg as needed. Each session consists of 20 minutes of intermittent traction, allowing stress management through a bursar switch. Concurrently, neural mobilization involves shoulder depression and arm abduction, leading into either sliding or gliding of the median nerve, performed over specific sets and repetitions with designated rest periods.
Deep neck flexor strengthening exerciseOther
All patients are instructed to perform a home program involving chin-in exercises from a supine position, focusing on upper cervical spine extension and flexion. Participants will move their heads backwards and then return to the starting position, ensuring slow, controlled movements while palpating their necks to relax superficial neck muscles. The exercises will be done twice a week for six weeks, with each hold lasting 10 seconds, 15-second breaks between holds, and 10-15 repetitions in total.
Sub occipital ReleaseOther
In a supine position with the head on a pillow, the patient is treated by a therapist seated at the head of the table. The therapist uses both hands (digits 2 to 5) to contact the base of the occiput, gently lifting the head anteriorly while allowing the dorsum of the hands to rest on the pillow. This technique involves cranial pulling as the patient's sub occipital muscles relax, with distraction maintained for up to 5 minutes as tissue slack becomes available. Once relaxation is achieved, the therapist positions the shoulder against the patient's forehead to enhance sub occipital distraction.
Hold/Relax StretchOther
The therapy procedure involves positioning the patient supine and performing specific movements to address shoulder and neck tension. The therapist supports the occiput and rib area while guiding the neck into forward bending and lateral flexion, combined with right or left rotation, depending on the sequence. The patient is instructed to perform isometric contractions by elevating the shoulder against resistance for 10 seconds, followed by relaxation, with additional stretches held for 10 seconds. This process is repeated three to four times and includes a home stretching program, holding stretches for 30 to 60 seconds two to three times daily.
Prone Cervical Unilateral Poster anterior MobilizationOther
The patient is positioned prone with a pillow under their chest, and their head and neck are in a neutral position, while the therapist stands at the head. The therapist places both thumbs on the spinous process of the targeted vertebra and applies a gentle posterior to anterior force to assess pain, mobility, and end feel, gradually increasing the force for four to five repetitions.
traction (foramen opening)Device
Triton decompression system is designed to apply traction to the cervical vertebrae in patients grouped as A, B, and C. The system includes a Triton decompression traction unit and a QuikWrapTM belting system, with traction starting from specified angles (flexion, lateral bending and rotation according to pain) and an initial force of 10% of the patient's body weight, increasing by 1-2 kg as needed. Each session consists of 20 minutes of intermittent traction, allowing stress management through a bursar switch. Concurrently, neural mobilization involves shoulder depression and arm abduction, leading into either sliding or gliding of the median nerve, performed over specific sets and repetitions with designated rest periods.
traction (30 degree) side bending)Device
Triton decompression system is designed to apply traction to the cervical vertebrae in patients grouped as A, B, and C. The system includes a Triton decompression traction unit and a QuikWrapTM belting system, with traction starting from specified angles (30 degree) side bending and an initial force of 10% of the patient's body weight, increasing by 1-2 kg as needed. Each session consists of 20 minutes of intermittent traction, allowing stress management through a bursar switch. Concurrently, neural mobilization involves shoulder depression and arm abduction, leading into either sliding or gliding of the median nerve, performed over specific sets and repetitions with designated rest periods.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (30 degree) head flexion | Experimental | Patients will receive multimodal physical therapy program, and 20 min mechanical traction of cervical from 30-degree head flexion combined with neural mobilization, 3 sessions per week for 6 weeks Receives: Device: traction (30 degree) head flexion; Other: Deep neck flexor strengthening exercise; Other: Sub occipital Release; Other: Hold/Relax Stretch; Other: Prone Cervical Unilateral Poster anterior Mobilization |
| multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (30 degree) side bending | Active comparator | Patients will receive multimodal physical therapy program, and 20 min mechanical traction of cervical while head will in 30° lateral bending to the pain-free side combined with neural mobilization, 3 sessions per week for 6 weeks. Receives: Other: Deep neck flexor strengthening exercise; Other: Sub occipital Release; Other: Hold/Relax Stretch; Other: Prone Cervical Unilateral Poster anterior Mobilization; Device: traction (30 degree) side bending) |
| multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (foramen opening position) | Active comparator | Patients will receive multimodal physical therapy program, and 20 min mechanical traction of cervical while the head will be in 30° flexion, 15° rotation toward the painful side, and 30° lateral bending toward the pain-free side combined with neural mobilization, 3 sessions per week for 6 weeks. Receives: Other: Deep neck flexor strengthening exercise; Other: Sub occipital Release; Other: Hold/Relax Stretch; Other: Prone Cervical Unilateral Poster anterior Mobilization; Device: traction (foramen opening) |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
assessment of pain intensity
Pain intensity was evaluated using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), a validated self-reported measure. Participants rated their pain on an 11-point scale from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst pain imaginable), after receiving an explanation of the scale. NPRS scores were documented at baseline and scheduled follow-ups to track pain intensity changes during the intervention, with higher scores reflecting greater pain severity.
Measured: at baseline and after 6 weeks
Secondary outcomes (3)
Assessment of neck functional activities
The Neck Disability Index is a widely recognized tool for assessing the impact of neck pain on functional activities and measuring outcomes in clinical settings. It includes 10 questions addressing pain intensity, personal care, lifting, reading, headaches, concentration, work, driving, sleeping, and recreation. The Arabic version of the Neck Disability Index is a valid instrument for evaluating disabilities in neck pain patients, demonstrating high reliability with an interclass correlation of 0.96.
Measured: at baseline and after 6 weeks
assessment of H reflex for the median nerve
Flexor carpi radialis H-reflex is measured using an electromyogram in a semi-supine position with a supinated forearm. Hair may be removed from the anterior forearm to reduce signal resistance. The motor point of the Flexor carpi radialis is identified by applying low-threshold stimuli, aiming for the maximum response at the lowest threshold. A recording electrode is positioned at this motor point, with a reference electrode on the lateral forearm and a ground electrode proximally. To elicit the H-reflex, a surface-stimulating electrode is applied along the median nerve in the antecubital fossa.
Measured: at baseline and after 6 weeks
assessment of nerve root function
High-resolution ultrasonography will utilize a 12- to 18-MHz linear probe to assess cervical nerve roots (NR) in seated patients with lateral neck flexion. Contralateral unaffected nerve root will serve as controls. To minimize anisotropy, the transducer will be positioned at right angles and rotated to identify the minimal cross-sectional area. C7 vertebra identification will precede imaging of the anterior and posterior tubercles of C6. The transducer will be moved to capture axial views of C5, C6, and C7 nerve roots, maintaining proximity to the transverse processes at the nerve root exit points.
Measured: at baseline and after 6 weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted26 Jan 2026
- Study start1 Feb 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion1 May 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion1 Jun 2026 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Cervical RadiculopathyStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Cairo UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Double blind
- Who is masked
- Participant, Investigator
- Enrolment
- 45 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Cairo University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Mohamed Nagy Elshafey, Cairo University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07366983
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- Nagy-Phd
- Status last verified
- Jan 2026
- First submitted
- 17 Jan 2026
- Last updated
- 26 Jan 2026
- Results posted
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 26 Jan 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effect of Cervical Traction From Different Angles With Neural Mobilization on Nerve Root Functions in Cervical Radiculopathy Patients
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07366983
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- Nagy-Phd
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Not yet recruiting
- Enrolment
- 45 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Cairo UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Feb 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion
- 1 May 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 1 Jun 2026 (estimated)
- First posted
- 26 Jan 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This study will be conducted to examine
- The efficacy of mechanical traction from decompression angles combined with neural mobilization on the H reflex of flexor carpi radialis.
- The efficacy of mechanical traction from decompression angles combined with neural mobilization on ultrasonography changes.
- The efficacy of mechanical traction from decompression angles with neural mobilization has a Numeric Pain Rating Scale.
- The efficacy of mechanical traction from decompression angles combined with neural mobilization on Neck Disability Index.
Detailed description
Cervical radiculopathy is a condition characterized by pain, sensory and motor impairments, and slowed reflexes caused by the compression of cervical nerve roots, often stemming from cervical disc herniation. The etiology includes mechanical compression and chemical irritation, commonly due to foraminal stenosis. Cervical radiculopathy pain is a combination of nociceptive and neuropathic components, with various conservative treatments available, including immobilization and physical therapy, although evidence for their efficacy is limited. Neural mobilization especially when combined with cervical traction, shows promise in alleviating nerve-related pain and enhancing treatment adaptability. Techniques involving specific joint movements can enhance foraminal dimensions, thereby affecting nerve tension and circulation. This study uniquely examines the effects of head positions on foraminal opening and clinical outcomes, including H reflex and ultrasonography changes.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Double blind (participant, investigator)
- Number of arms
- 3
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (30 degree) head flexion | Experimental | Device: traction (30 degree) head flexion, Other: Deep neck flexor strengthening exercise, Other: Sub occipital Release, Other: Hold/Relax Stretch, Other: Prone Cervical Unilateral Poster anterior MobilizationPatients will receive multimodal physical therapy program, and 20 min mechanical traction of cervical from 30-degree head flexion combined with neural mobilization, 3 sessions per week for 6 weeks |
| multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (30 degree) side bending | Active comparator | Other: Deep neck flexor strengthening exercise, Other: Sub occipital Release, Other: Hold/Relax Stretch, Other: Prone Cervical Unilateral Poster anterior Mobilization, Device: traction (30 degree) side bending)Patients will receive multimodal physical therapy program, and 20 min mechanical traction of cervical while head will in 30° lateral bending to the pain-free side combined with neural mobilization, 3 sessions per week for 6 weeks. |
| multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (foramen opening position) | Active comparator | Other: Deep neck flexor strengthening exercise, Other: Sub occipital Release, Other: Hold/Relax Stretch, Other: Prone Cervical Unilateral Poster anterior Mobilization, Device: traction (foramen opening)Patients will receive multimodal physical therapy program, and 20 min mechanical traction of cervical while the head will be in 30° flexion, 15° rotation toward the painful side, and 30° lateral bending toward the pain-free side combined with neural mobilization, 3 sessions per week for 6 weeks. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 30 to 45 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (4 listed)
- The patient's age will be ranged from 30 to 45 years old for both genders.
- The patient's with unilateral C5-6 and C6-7 (posterior lateral disc protrusion) confirmed by T 2, axial view of magnetic resonance imaging
- The patient's symptoms more than 3 months and positive provocative test for cervical radiculopathy (Spurling's test, shoulder abduction test, neck distraction test, and upper limb tension test 1 (Median nerve).
- Sensory, reflex, and/ or motor changes in the upper limb
Key exclusion criteria (8 listed)
- History of surgical procedures for pathologies giving rise to neck pain or carpal tunnel syndrome
- Clinical signs or symptoms of medical "red flags" (infection, cancer, and cardiac involvement).
- Patients with neck pain for signs and symptoms of serious pathology, including suspected arterial insufficiency, upper cervical ligamentous insufficiency, unexplained cranial nerve dysfunction, and fracture.
- Systemic diseases such as autoimmune and metabolic diseases.
- History of steroid injection.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| traction (30 degree) head flexionTriton decompression system is designed to apply traction to the cervical vertebrae in patients grouped as A, B, and C. The system includes a Triton decompression traction unit and a QuikWrapTM belting system, with traction starting from specified angles (30-degree head flexion) and an initial force of 10% of the patient's body weight, increasing by 1-2 kg as needed. Each session consists of 20 minutes of intermittent traction, allowing stress management through a bursar switch. Concurrently, neural mobilization involves shoulder depression and arm abduction, leading into either sliding or gliding of the median nerve, performed over specific sets and repetitions with designated rest periods. | Device | multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (30 degree) head flexion |
| Deep neck flexor strengthening exerciseAll patients are instructed to perform a home program involving chin-in exercises from a supine position, focusing on upper cervical spine extension and flexion. Participants will move their heads backwards and then return to the starting position, ensuring slow, controlled movements while palpating their necks to relax superficial neck muscles. The exercises will be done twice a week for six weeks, with each hold lasting 10 seconds, 15-second breaks between holds, and 10-15 repetitions in total. | Other | multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (30 degree) head flexion, multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (30 degree) side bending, multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (foramen opening position) |
| Sub occipital ReleaseIn a supine position with the head on a pillow, the patient is treated by a therapist seated at the head of the table. The therapist uses both hands (digits 2 to 5) to contact the base of the occiput, gently lifting the head anteriorly while allowing the dorsum of the hands to rest on the pillow. This technique involves cranial pulling as the patient's sub occipital muscles relax, with distraction maintained for up to 5 minutes as tissue slack becomes available. Once relaxation is achieved, the therapist positions the shoulder against the patient's forehead to enhance sub occipital distraction. | Other | multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (30 degree) head flexion, multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (30 degree) side bending, multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (foramen opening position) |
| Hold/Relax StretchThe therapy procedure involves positioning the patient supine and performing specific movements to address shoulder and neck tension. The therapist supports the occiput and rib area while guiding the neck into forward bending and lateral flexion, combined with right or left rotation, depending on the sequence. The patient is instructed to perform isometric contractions by elevating the shoulder against resistance for 10 seconds, followed by relaxation, with additional stretches held for 10 seconds. This process is repeated three to four times and includes a home stretching program, holding stretches for 30 to 60 seconds two to three times daily. | Other | multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (30 degree) head flexion, multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (30 degree) side bending, multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (foramen opening position) |
| Prone Cervical Unilateral Poster anterior MobilizationThe patient is positioned prone with a pillow under their chest, and their head and neck are in a neutral position, while the therapist stands at the head. The therapist places both thumbs on the spinous process of the targeted vertebra and applies a gentle posterior to anterior force to assess pain, mobility, and end feel, gradually increasing the force for four to five repetitions. | Other | multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (30 degree) head flexion, multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (30 degree) side bending, multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (foramen opening position) |
| traction (foramen opening)Triton decompression system is designed to apply traction to the cervical vertebrae in patients grouped as A, B, and C. The system includes a Triton decompression traction unit and a QuikWrapTM belting system, with traction starting from specified angles (flexion, lateral bending and rotation according to pain) and an initial force of 10% of the patient's body weight, increasing by 1-2 kg as needed. Each session consists of 20 minutes of intermittent traction, allowing stress management through a bursar switch. Concurrently, neural mobilization involves shoulder depression and arm abduction, leading into either sliding or gliding of the median nerve, performed over specific sets and repetitions with designated rest periods. | Device | multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (foramen opening position) |
| traction (30 degree) side bending)Triton decompression system is designed to apply traction to the cervical vertebrae in patients grouped as A, B, and C. The system includes a Triton decompression traction unit and a QuikWrapTM belting system, with traction starting from specified angles (30 degree) side bending and an initial force of 10% of the patient's body weight, increasing by 1-2 kg as needed. Each session consists of 20 minutes of intermittent traction, allowing stress management through a bursar switch. Concurrently, neural mobilization involves shoulder depression and arm abduction, leading into either sliding or gliding of the median nerve, performed over specific sets and repetitions with designated rest periods. | Device | multimodal physical therapy program and traction with neural mobilization (30 degree) side bending |
Primary outcome
assessment of pain intensity
Time frame: at baseline and after 6 weeks
Pain intensity was evaluated using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), a validated self-reported measure. Participants rated their pain on an 11-point scale from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst pain imaginable), after receiving an explanation of the scale. NPRS scores were documented at baseline and scheduled follow-ups to track pain intensity changes during the intervention, with higher scores reflecting greater pain severity.
3 secondary outcomes
Assessment of neck functional activities
Time frame: at baseline and after 6 weeks
assessment of H reflex for the median nerve
Time frame: at baseline and after 6 weeks
assessment of nerve root function
Time frame: at baseline and after 6 weeks
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 26 Jan 2026.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part.
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Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing traction (30 degree) head flexion, Deep neck flexor strengthening exercise and Sub occipital Release in people with Cervical Radiculopathy and Traction, run by Cairo University at 1 site in Egypt.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 4 inclusion and 8 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: opening soon, as of the sponsor's last update on 26 Jan 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Egypt. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Mohamed Nagy Abd ELfatah ELshafey, Assistant lecturer (01155273157, mnagy@horus.edu.eg), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
assessment of pain intensity (time frame: at baseline and after 6 weeks). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 26 Jan 2026.