Climacteric WomenKT-Cerv-WNCT07577297
Comparative Effects of Kinesio Taping on Cervical Pain in Climacteric Women
A study testing Intervention 1- Neuromuscular Taping - Y-strip and Intervention 2 - Neuromuscular Taping - Star-shape in people with Climacteric Women and Nonspecific Cervical Pain, run by University of Valencia.
Trial summary
This randomized controlled clinical trial aims to evaluate the effects of neuromuscular taping on cervical pain and health-related quality of life in climacteric women with non-specific chronic neck pain. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 45 to 65 years, women only
- Conditions the study is for
- Climacteric Women, Nonspecific Cervical Pain
- What is being tested?
- Intervention 1- Neuromuscular Taping - Y-strip and Intervention 2 - Neuromuscular Taping - Star-shape
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 50 participants
- Where
- No sites listed yet
- Study dates
- 20 May 2026to 30 Sep 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 45 to 65 years
- Women only
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Female participants aged 45-65 years Non-specific musculoskeletal or osteoarticular cervical pain lasting more than 3 months Mechanical neck pain characteristics (pain influenced by movement or posture; absence of persistent non-mechanical nocturnal pain) Ability to understand the study procedures and provide written informed consent No clinical history or signs suggestive of specific cervical pathology
Who cannot join
- Presence of any red flags Recent cervical trauma History of cancer or presence of constitutional symptoms (e.g., unexplained weight loss, fever, systemic malaise) Signs of infection or immunosuppression-related pain Active inflammatory disease Suspected vascular origin of symptoms (e.g., vertigo with cervical rotation, diplopia, dysarthria, vertebrobasilar symptoms, arterial dissection signs) Severe neurological involvement (e.g., progressive radiculopathy or signs of myelopathy) Relevant findings in previous imaging studies attributable to pain (routine imaging not required; only existing studies will be reviewed) Cervical surgery within the past 12 months Severe systemic diseases affecting the musculoskeletal system
Trial locations and contacts
No sites are listed yet. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
About this study
Official title: Comparative Study on the Effect of Kinesio Taping in Climacteric Women With Nonspecific Cervical Pain: ARandomized Clinical Trial.
This randomized controlled clinical trial aims to evaluate the effects of neuromuscular taping on cervical pain and health-related quality of life in climacteric women with non-specific chronic neck pain. Two taping techniques ("Y-strip" and "star-shape") will be compared with a control group receiving no intervention.
Participants will be randomly allocated to one of three groups following concealed allocation. The interventions will be applied to the cervicodorsal region (centered at C7) by an experienced physiotherapist over a 3-week period, with taping changes performed weekly. A 4-week total follow-up period will be included.
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Primary and secondary outcomes will assess pain intensity, pressure pain threshold, cervical disability, cranio-cervical angle, pain perception, body satisfaction, and health-related quality of life. Measurements will be collected at baseline, weekly during the intervention, and at one-week post-intervention follow-up.
The study is designed to provide evidence on the effectiveness and feasibility of two non-invasive neuromuscular taping approaches in the management of chronic non-specific cervical pain in middle-aged women.
Read the detailed description
This randomized controlled clinical trial is designed to investigate the effects of neuromuscular taping on pain, functional outcomes, and health-related quality of life in climacteric women with non-specific chronic cervical pain. The study compares two different neuromuscular taping applications ("Y-strip" and "star-shape") with a no-intervention control group.
Eligible participants will be women aged 45-65 years with non-specific cervical pain lasting more than three months, presenting mechanical pain characteristics and without clinical signs of specific pathology. After screening and baseline assessment, participants will be randomly allocated to one of the three study groups using a computer-generated randomization sequence with allocation concealment via sealed opaque envelopes.
Interventions will be applied to the cervicodorsal region, centered at the C7 vertebra, by an experienced physiotherapist following standardized protocols. The "Y-strip" technique will target the posterior cervical extensor muscles with directional and cross-taping components, while the "star-shape" technique will consist of four I-strips applied in a radial configuration over the cervicodorsal region. Tape will be replaced every 7 days during a 3-week intervention period. Participants in the control group will continue their usual daily activities without intervention.
Outcome measures will be assessed at five time points: baseline, week 1, week 2, week 3, and one-week post-intervention follow-up (week 4). The primary outcome is cervical pain intensity measured using an 11-point Numerical Rating Scale. Secondary outcomes include pressure pain threshold (measured in cervical and suboccipital muscles using algometry), cranio-cervical angle (assessed in seated and standing positions), neck disability (Neck Disability Index), pain perception (McGill Pain Questionnaire), body satisfaction and self-perception, and health-related quality of life (SF-8 Health Survey).
Pressure pain threshold data will be obtained through three repeated measurements per site and averaged for analysis, including a composite bilateral muscle score. The SF-8 will provide physical and mental component summaries of health status.
The study will employ a blinded outcome assessor, intention-to-treat analysis, and standardized measurement procedures. Participants will be blinded to group allocation, and medication use will not be restricted, although it will be recorded throughout the study period.
This trial aims to provide high-quality evidence regarding the clinical effectiveness of neuromuscular taping as a conservative intervention for chronic non-specific cervical pain and to determine whether different taping configurations produce differential therapeutic effects.
- Conditions
- Climacteric Women, Nonspecific Cervical Pain
- Being tested
- Intervention 1- Neuromuscular Taping - Y-strip, Intervention 2 - Neuromuscular Taping - Star-shape
- Keywords
- Kinesio Taping, Cervical Pain, Climacteric Women
- Medical subject headings
- Neck Pain
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Intervention 1- Neuromuscular Taping - Y-stripOther
Neuromuscular taping will be applied over the cervicodorsal region centered at C7. A Y-shaped tape will be placed over the posterior cervical extensor muscles with approximately 15-25% tension, plus an additional perpendicular I-strip over the mid-cervical region (C3-C6). Application will be performed in specific cervical positions to optimize muscle targeting. The tape will be replaced every 7 days. The intervention period will last 3 weeks, followed by 1 week of follow-up without intervention.
Intervention 2 - Neuromuscular Taping - Star-shapeOther
Neuromuscular taping will be applied over the cervicodorsal region centered at C7. Four I-strips will be placed with approximately 25% tension forming a star-shaped configuration over the treatment area. The tape will be replaced every 7 days. The intervention period will last 3 weeks, followed by 1 week of follow-up without intervention.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Arm 1 | Experimental | Participants will be allocated to neuromuscular taping using a "Y-strip" configuration applied to the cervicodorsal region. Receives: Other: Intervention 1- Neuromuscular Taping - Y-strip |
| Arm 2 | Experimental | Participants will be allocated to neuromuscular taping using a "star-shape" configuration applied to the cervicodorsal region. Receives: Other: Intervention 2 - Neuromuscular Taping - Star-shape |
| Arm 3 | No intervention | Not described |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Cervical pain intensity
Cervical pain intensity will be assessed using an 11-point Numerical Rating Scale (NRS), where 0 indicates no pain and 10 indicates worst imaginable pain. Participants will rate their average cervical pain over the previous week.
Measured: Baseline, week 1, week 2, week 3, and week 4 (follow-up)
Secondary outcomes (6)
Pressure pain threshold (PPT)
Pressure pain threshold will be measured bilaterally in the upper trapezius, levator scapulae, and suboccipital muscles using a digital algometer (Wagner FDK 20). Three measurements per site will be recorded and averaged. A composite score will be calculated.
Measured: Baseline, week 1, week 2, week 3, and week 4 (follow-up)
Cranio-cervical angle
The cranio-cervical angle will be measured in seated and standing positions as the angle between a line from C7 to the tragus and a horizontal reference line through C7.
Measured: Baseline, week 3, and week 4 (follow-up)
Neck disability
The Neck Disability Index (NDI) is a 10-item questionnaire assessing self-reported disability related to cervical pain. Higher scores indicate greater disability.
Measured: Baseline, week 3, and week 4 (follow-up)
Pain perception
McGill Pain Questionnaire (short form). Pain perception will be assessed using the short-form McGill Pain Questionnaire, including Pain Rating Index (PRI), Present Pain Intensity (PPI), Number of Words Chosen (NWC), and Visual Analog Scale (VAS).
Measured: Baseline, week 3, and week 4 (follow-up)
Body satisfaction and self-perception
Body Satisfaction and Global Self-Perception Questionnaire (QSCPGSe). This questionnaire evaluates vitality, aesthetic perception, cognitive discomfort, and affective discomfort. Higher scores indicate greater body satisfaction.
Measured: Baseline, week 3, and week 4 (follow-up)
Health-related quality of life
SF-8 Health Survey. The SF-8 assesses eight domains of health-related quality of life (general health, physical functioning, role physical, bodily pain, vitality, social functioning, role emotional, and mental health). Physical (PCS) and mental (MCS) summary scores will be derived.
Measured: Baseline, week 3, and week 4 (follow-up)
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted11 May 2026
- Study start20 May 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion1 Sep 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion30 Sep 2026 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Climacteric WomenStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by University of ValenciaThe 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
- Model description
- A Randomized Clinical Trial
- Masking
- Triple blind
- Who is masked
- Participant, Care provider, Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 50 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- University of Valencia
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, GEMMA V ESPÍ LÓPEZ, PhD, University of Valencia
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07577297
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- ID0038
- Acronym
- KT-Cerv-W
- Status last verified
- May 2026
- First submitted
- 2 May 2026
- Last updated
- 11 May 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: Individual participant data will not be shared due to privacy and data protection considerations.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 11 May 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Comparative Study on the Effect of Kinesio Taping in Climacteric Women With Nonspecific Cervical Pain: ARandomized Clinical Trial.
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07577297
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- KT-Cerv-W / ID0038
- Conditions
- Climacteric Women, Nonspecific Cervical Pain
- Keywords
- Kinesio Taping, Cervical Pain, Climacteric Women
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Not yet recruiting
- Enrolment
- 50 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- University of ValenciaUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 20 May 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion
- 1 Sep 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 30 Sep 2026 (estimated)
- First posted
- 11 May 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 randomized controlled clinical trial aims to evaluate the effects of neuromuscular taping on cervical pain and health-related quality of life in climacteric women with non-specific chronic neck pain. Two taping techniques ("Y-strip" and "star-shape") will be compared with a control group receiving no intervention.
Participants will be randomly allocated to one of three groups following concealed allocation. The interventions will be applied to the cervicodorsal region (centered at C7) by an experienced physiotherapist over a 3-week period, with taping changes performed weekly. A 4-week total follow-up period will be included.
Primary and secondary outcomes will assess pain intensity, pressure pain threshold, cervical disability, cranio-cervical angle, pain perception, body satisfaction, and health-related quality of life. Measurements will be collected at baseline, weekly during the intervention, and at one-week post-intervention follow-up.
The study is designed to provide evidence on the effectiveness and feasibility of two non-invasive neuromuscular taping approaches in the management of chronic non-specific cervical pain in middle-aged women.
Detailed description
This randomized controlled clinical trial is designed to investigate the effects of neuromuscular taping on pain, functional outcomes, and health-related quality of life in climacteric women with non-specific chronic cervical pain. The study compares two different neuromuscular taping applications ("Y-strip" and "star-shape") with a no-intervention control group.
Eligible participants will be women aged 45-65 years with non-specific cervical pain lasting more than three months, presenting mechanical pain characteristics and without clinical signs of specific pathology. After screening and baseline assessment, participants will be randomly allocated to one of the three study groups using a computer-generated randomization sequence with allocation concealment via sealed opaque envelopes.
Interventions will be applied to the cervicodorsal region, centered at the C7 vertebra, by an experienced physiotherapist following standardized protocols. The "Y-strip" technique will target the posterior cervical extensor muscles with directional and cross-taping components, while the "star-shape" technique will consist of four I-strips applied in a radial configuration over the cervicodorsal region. Tape will be replaced every 7 days during a 3-week intervention period. Participants in the control group will continue their usual daily activities without intervention.
Outcome measures will be assessed at five time points: baseline, week 1, week 2, week 3, and one-week post-intervention follow-up (week 4). The primary outcome is cervical pain intensity measured using an 11-point Numerical Rating Scale. Secondary outcomes include pressure pain threshold (measured in cervical and suboccipital muscles using algometry), cranio-cervical angle (assessed in seated and standing positions), neck disability (Neck Disability Index), pain perception (McGill Pain Questionnaire), body satisfaction and self-perception, and health-related quality of life (SF-8 Health Survey).
Pressure pain threshold data will be obtained through three repeated measurements per site and averaged for analysis, including a composite bilateral muscle score. The SF-8 will provide physical and mental component summaries of health status.
The study will employ a blinded outcome assessor, intention-to-treat analysis, and standardized measurement procedures. Participants will be blinded to group allocation, and medication use will not be restricted, although it will be recorded throughout the study period.
This trial aims to provide high-quality evidence regarding the clinical effectiveness of neuromuscular taping as a conservative intervention for chronic non-specific cervical pain and to determine whether different taping configurations produce differential therapeutic effects.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Triple blind (participant, care provider, outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 3
- Model description
- A Randomized Clinical Trial
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Arm 1 | Experimental | Other: Intervention 1- Neuromuscular Taping - Y-stripParticipants will be allocated to neuromuscular taping using a "Y-strip" configuration applied to the cervicodorsal region. |
| Arm 2 | Experimental | Other: Intervention 2 - Neuromuscular Taping - Star-shapeParticipants will be allocated to neuromuscular taping using a "star-shape" configuration applied to the cervicodorsal region. |
| Arm 3 | No intervention | – |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 45 to 65 years
- Sex
- Female only
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Female participants aged 45-65 years Non-specific musculoskeletal or osteoarticular cervical pain lasting more than 3 months Mechanical neck pain characteristics (pain influenced by movement or posture; absence of persistent non-mechanical nocturnal pain) Ability to understand the study procedures and provide written informed consent No clinical history or signs suggestive of specific cervical pathology
Key exclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Presence of any red flags Recent cervical trauma History of cancer or presence of constitutional symptoms (e.g., unexplained weight loss, fever, systemic malaise) Signs of infection or immunosuppression-related pain Active inflammatory disease Suspected vascular origin of symptoms (e.g., vertigo with cervical rotation, diplopia, dysarthria, vertebrobasilar symptoms, arterial dissection signs) Severe neurological involvement (e.g., progressive radiculopathy or signs of myelopathy) Relevant findings in previous imaging studies attributable to pain (routine imaging not required; only existing studies will be reviewed) Cervical surgery within the past 12 months Severe systemic diseases affecting the musculoskeletal system
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Intervention 1- Neuromuscular Taping - Y-stripNeuromuscular taping will be applied over the cervicodorsal region centered at C7. A Y-shaped tape will be placed over the posterior cervical extensor muscles with approximately 15-25% tension, plus an additional perpendicular I-strip over the mid-cervical region (C3-C6). Application will be performed in specific cervical positions to optimize muscle targeting. The tape will be replaced every 7 days. The intervention period will last 3 weeks, followed by 1 week of follow-up without intervention. | Other | Arm 1 |
| Intervention 2 - Neuromuscular Taping - Star-shapeNeuromuscular taping will be applied over the cervicodorsal region centered at C7. Four I-strips will be placed with approximately 25% tension forming a star-shaped configuration over the treatment area. The tape will be replaced every 7 days. The intervention period will last 3 weeks, followed by 1 week of follow-up without intervention. | Other | Arm 2 |
Primary outcome
Cervical pain intensity
Time frame: Baseline, week 1, week 2, week 3, and week 4 (follow-up)
Cervical pain intensity will be assessed using an 11-point Numerical Rating Scale (NRS), where 0 indicates no pain and 10 indicates worst imaginable pain. Participants will rate their average cervical pain over the previous week.
6 secondary outcomes
Pressure pain threshold (PPT)
Time frame: Baseline, week 1, week 2, week 3, and week 4 (follow-up)
Cranio-cervical angle
Time frame: Baseline, week 3, and week 4 (follow-up)
Neck disability
Time frame: Baseline, week 3, and week 4 (follow-up)
Pain perception
Time frame: Baseline, week 3, and week 4 (follow-up)
Body satisfaction and self-perception
Time frame: Baseline, week 3, and week 4 (follow-up)
Health-related quality of life
Time frame: Baseline, week 3, and week 4 (follow-up)
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 11 May 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. Individual participant data will not be shared due to privacy and data protection considerations.
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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.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Intervention 1- Neuromuscular Taping - Y-strip and Intervention 2 - Neuromuscular Taping - Star-shape in people with Climacteric Women and Nonspecific Cervical Pain, run by University of Valencia.
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 1 inclusion and 1 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 11 May 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
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 Gemma Victoria Espi Lopez, PhD (+34651948635, gemma.espi@uv.es), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Cervical pain intensity (time frame: Baseline, week 1, week 2, week 3, and week 4 (follow-up)). 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 11 May 2026.