Non-specific Neck PainNCT07609745
HOME EXERCISE AND KINESIO TAPING IN NON-SPECIFIC NECK PAIN AMONG CHAIN MARKET WORKERS
A study testing Home Exercise in people with Non-specific Neck Pain and Neck Pain, run by Leyla Cevahir Kaya at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
Non-specific neck pain (NSNP) is a common musculoskeletal disorder associated with pain and functional limitations. Female chain market workers are exposed to ergonomic risk factors such as prolonged standing, repetitive movements, and static postures, which may contribute to the development of neck pain. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 60 years, women onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Non-specific Neck Pain, Neck Pain
- What is being tested?
- Home Exercise
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 30 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 6 Apr 2026to 30 Jul 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 18 to 60 years
- Women only
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Female chain market workers aged between 18 and 60 years Having complaints of non-specific neck pain Working actively in a chain market for at least 6 months Voluntarily agreeing to participate in the study Able to understand and complete assessment forms
Who cannot join
- History of cervical surgery Neurological or rheumatologic disease Pregnancy Severe cervical disc herniation Receiving physical therapy during the study period Open wound or skin allergy in the taping are
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: THE EFFECTS OF HOME EXERCISE AND KINESIO TAPING ON PAIN, FUNCTIONALITY, AND WORK PERFORMANCE IN FEMALE CHAIN MARKET WORKERS WITH NON-SPECIFIC NECK PAIN
Non-specific neck pain (NSNP) is a common musculoskeletal disorder associated with pain and functional limitations. Female chain market workers are exposed to ergonomic risk factors such as prolonged standing, repetitive movements, and static postures, which may contribute to the development of neck pain. Exercise therapy is considered an effective non-pharmacological treatment approach for NSNP, while kinesio taping has been reported to improve pain and functionality. However, studies investigating the combined effects of home exercise and kinesio taping in female chain market workers are limited. This study aims to evaluate the effects of home exercise and kinesio taping on pain, functionality, and work performance in female chain market workers with non-specific neck pain.
Read the detailed description
Non-specific neck pain (NSNP) is an important musculoskeletal disorder that may lead to pain, functional limitation, and decreased work performance, especially in occupations with high ergonomic workload. Current literature emphasizes the effectiveness of non-pharmacological approaches and exercise-based interventions in the management of NSNP. However, structured intervention studies focusing on specific occupational groups remain limited.
Female chain market workers are continuously exposed to ergonomic risk factors such as prolonged standing, repetitive upper extremity movements, reaching activities, and static neck postures. These occupational factors may increase mechanical stress on the cervical region and contribute to the development and chronicity of NSNP. Previous studies have highlighted the high prevalence of musculoskeletal pain among workers in the retail and service sectors and emphasized the importance of occupation-specific preventive and therapeutic approaches.
The primary aim of this study is to compare the effects of a home exercise program and kinesio taping combined with home exercise on pain intensity, neck functionality, and work performance in female chain market workers with NSNP. In addition, this study aims to provide evidence-based scientific contributions to occupational health and ergonomics by evaluating non-pharmacological interventions applicable to this occupational group.
This study is designed as a prospective randomized controlled clinical trial. Thirty female chain market workers aged between 18 and 60 years with complaints of NSNP will be included in the study. Participants who have been actively working in chain markets for at least six months and performing tasks such as cashier work or shelf arrangement will be recruited. Participants will be randomly assigned into two groups: Home Exercise Group (n=15) and Kinesio Taping plus Home Exercise Group (n=15).
Participants in the Home Exercise Group will perform a home-based exercise program including stretching, strengthening, and posture/ergonomic training targeting the cervical region. Exercises will be performed once daily, five days per week, for six weeks.
Participants in the Kinesio Taping plus Home Exercise Group will receive the same exercise program in addition to kinesio taping applied to the cervical region. Kinesio tape applications will be renewed three times per week for six weeks.
All participants will be evaluated before the intervention and at the end of the sixth week using standardized outcome measures. Pain intensity will be assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), functionality will be assessed using the Neck Disability Index (NDI), and cervical range of motion will be evaluated using goniometric measurements.
- Conditions
- Non-specific Neck Pain, Neck Pain
- Being tested
- Home Exercise
- Keywords
- Non-specific neck pain, Neck pain, Kinesio taping, Exercise therapy, Female workers, Supermarket workers
- Medical subject headings
- Neck Pain
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Home ExerciseBehavioural
Participants will receive a home-based exercise program for neck pain. The exercises will focus on strengthening neck muscles, increasing flexibility, and reducing pain. Participants will be asked to perform the exercises regularly during the intervention period.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Home Exercise Group | Experimental | Participants will receive a home exercise program for neck pain. Receives: Behavioral: Home Exercise |
| Kinesio Taping + Home Exercise Group | Experimental | Participants will receive kinesio taping and a home exercise program for neck pain. Receives: Behavioral: Home Exercise |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Visual Analog Scale
Neck pain intensity will be evaluated using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), scored from 0 to 10, where higher scores indicate greater pain severity.
Measured: Baseline and immediately after 6 weeks of intervention
Secondary outcomes (1)
Neck Disability Index
Neck functionality will be evaluated using the Neck Disability Index (NDI), scored from 0 to 50, where higher scores indicate greater disability.
Measured: Baseline and immediately after 6 weeks of intervention
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted27 May 2026
- Study start6 Apr 2026
- Primary completion30 Jun 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion30 Jul 2026 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (4)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Non-specific Neck PainStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- 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
- Health services research
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- This study aims to investigate neck pain in female chain market workers. The purpose of the study is to evaluate the effects of home exercises and kinesio taping on neck pain and daily life activities. Participants will be asked to complete several assessment forms and will be evaluated using neck pain-related outcome measures. Participants will be instructed in home-based exercises, and kinesio taping will be applied when necessary. Assessments will be performed before and after the intervention. The findings are expected to contribute to preventive and supportive approaches for neck pain.
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 30 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Leyla Cevahir Kaya
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- Uskudar University
- Responsible party
- Sponsor-investigator, Leyla Cevahir Kaya, Uskudar University
- Investigators
- Leyla C Kaya, Principal investigator, Uskudar University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07609745
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 61351342/020-1826
- Status last verified
- May 2026
- First submitted
- 17 May 2026
- Last updated
- 27 May 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: Individual participant data will not be shared in order to protect participants' personal information. The obtained data will be evaluated only collectively for research purposes.
Publications
Atasoy H, Sevgin O, Karamancioglu B, Dikmen Hosbas B. Ergonomics training with exercise and manual therapy in textile workers: a randomized controlled trial. Int Arch Occup Environ Health. 2025 Sep;98(7):661-672. doi: 10.1007/s00420-025-02160-9. Epub 2025 Aug 14.
PubMed 40810742Gur I, Sevgin O, Dikmen Hosbas B. Effectiveness of ergonomics training and exercise in tea workers: a randomized controlled trial. Int Arch Occup Environ Health. 2025 Dec;98(9-10):945-955. doi: 10.1007/s00420-025-02185-0. Epub 2025 Nov 18.
PubMed 41251731Zengi H, Safran EE, Sevgin O. The effect of home exercises with kinesiotaping on pain, functionality, and work performance in bus drivers with non-specific neck pain. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2024;37(6):1617-1630. doi: 10.3233/BMR-240001.
PubMed 38943382Pehlevan E, Sevgin O. Effect of exercise given to factory workers with ergonomics training on pain and functionality: A randomized controlled trial. Work. 2024;78(1):195-205. doi: 10.3233/WOR-230663.
PubMed 38701125
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 27 May 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- THE EFFECTS OF HOME EXERCISE AND KINESIO TAPING ON PAIN, FUNCTIONALITY, AND WORK PERFORMANCE IN FEMALE CHAIN MARKET WORKERS WITH NON-SPECIFIC NECK PAIN
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07609745
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 61351342/020-1826
- Conditions
- Non-specific Neck Pain, Neck Pain
- Keywords
- Non-specific neck pain, Neck pain, Kinesio taping, Exercise therapy, Female workers, Supermarket workers
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Active, not recruiting
- Enrolment
- 30 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Leyla Cevahir KayaUniversity, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- Uskudar University
- Study start
- 6 Apr 2026 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 30 Jun 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 30 Jul 2026 (estimated)
- First posted
- 27 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.
Non-specific neck pain (NSNP) is a common musculoskeletal disorder associated with pain and functional limitations. Female chain market workers are exposed to ergonomic risk factors such as prolonged standing, repetitive movements, and static postures, which may contribute to the development of neck pain. Exercise therapy is considered an effective non-pharmacological treatment approach for NSNP, while kinesio taping has been reported to improve pain and functionality. However, studies investigating the combined effects of home exercise and kinesio taping in female chain market workers are limited. This study aims to evaluate the effects of home exercise and kinesio taping on pain, functionality, and work performance in female chain market workers with non-specific neck pain.
Detailed description
Non-specific neck pain (NSNP) is an important musculoskeletal disorder that may lead to pain, functional limitation, and decreased work performance, especially in occupations with high ergonomic workload. Current literature emphasizes the effectiveness of non-pharmacological approaches and exercise-based interventions in the management of NSNP. However, structured intervention studies focusing on specific occupational groups remain limited.
Female chain market workers are continuously exposed to ergonomic risk factors such as prolonged standing, repetitive upper extremity movements, reaching activities, and static neck postures. These occupational factors may increase mechanical stress on the cervical region and contribute to the development and chronicity of NSNP. Previous studies have highlighted the high prevalence of musculoskeletal pain among workers in the retail and service sectors and emphasized the importance of occupation-specific preventive and therapeutic approaches.
The primary aim of this study is to compare the effects of a home exercise program and kinesio taping combined with home exercise on pain intensity, neck functionality, and work performance in female chain market workers with NSNP. In addition, this study aims to provide evidence-based scientific contributions to occupational health and ergonomics by evaluating non-pharmacological interventions applicable to this occupational group.
This study is designed as a prospective randomized controlled clinical trial. Thirty female chain market workers aged between 18 and 60 years with complaints of NSNP will be included in the study. Participants who have been actively working in chain markets for at least six months and performing tasks such as cashier work or shelf arrangement will be recruited. Participants will be randomly assigned into two groups: Home Exercise Group (n=15) and Kinesio Taping plus Home Exercise Group (n=15).
Participants in the Home Exercise Group will perform a home-based exercise program including stretching, strengthening, and posture/ergonomic training targeting the cervical region. Exercises will be performed once daily, five days per week, for six weeks.
Participants in the Kinesio Taping plus Home Exercise Group will receive the same exercise program in addition to kinesio taping applied to the cervical region. Kinesio tape applications will be renewed three times per week for six weeks.
All participants will be evaluated before the intervention and at the end of the sixth week using standardized outcome measures. Pain intensity will be assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), functionality will be assessed using the Neck Disability Index (NDI), and cervical range of motion will be evaluated using goniometric measurements.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Health services research
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- This study aims to investigate neck pain in female chain market workers. The purpose of the study is to evaluate the effects of home exercises and kinesio taping on neck pain and daily life activities. Participants will be asked to complete several assessment forms and will be evaluated using neck pain-related outcome measures. Participants will be instructed in home-based exercises, and kinesio taping will be applied when necessary. Assessments will be performed before and after the intervention. The findings are expected to contribute to preventive and supportive approaches for neck pain.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Home Exercise Group | Experimental | Behavioral: Home ExerciseParticipants will receive a home exercise program for neck pain. |
| Kinesio Taping + Home Exercise Group | Experimental | Behavioral: Home ExerciseParticipants will receive kinesio taping and a home exercise program for neck pain. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 60 years
- Sex
- Female only
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Female chain market workers aged between 18 and 60 years Having complaints of non-specific neck pain Working actively in a chain market for at least 6 months Voluntarily agreeing to participate in the study Able to understand and complete assessment forms
Key exclusion criteria (1 listed)
- History of cervical surgery Neurological or rheumatologic disease Pregnancy Severe cervical disc herniation Receiving physical therapy during the study period Open wound or skin allergy in the taping are
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Home ExerciseParticipants will receive a home-based exercise program for neck pain. The exercises will focus on strengthening neck muscles, increasing flexibility, and reducing pain. Participants will be asked to perform the exercises regularly during the intervention period. | Behavioural | Home Exercise Group, Kinesio Taping + Home Exercise Group |
Primary outcome
Visual Analog Scale
Time frame: Baseline and immediately after 6 weeks of intervention
Neck pain intensity will be evaluated using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), scored from 0 to 10, where higher scores indicate greater pain severity.
1 secondary outcome
Neck Disability Index
Time frame: Baseline and immediately after 6 weeks of intervention
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 27 May 2026.
- Results publication: PubMed 40810742Atasoy H, Sevgin O, Karamancioglu B, Dikmen Hosbas B. Ergonomics training with exercise and manual therapy in textile workers: a randomized controlled trial. Int Arch Occup Environ Health. 2025 Sep;98(7):661-672. doi: 10.1007/s00420-025-02160-9. Epub 2025 Aug 14.
- Results publication: PubMed 41251731Gur I, Sevgin O, Dikmen Hosbas B. Effectiveness of ergonomics training and exercise in tea workers: a randomized controlled trial. Int Arch Occup Environ Health. 2025 Dec;98(9-10):945-955. doi: 10.1007/s00420-025-02185-0. Epub 2025 Nov 18.
- Results publication: PubMed 38943382Zengi H, Safran EE, Sevgin O. The effect of home exercises with kinesiotaping on pain, functionality, and work performance in bus drivers with non-specific neck pain. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2024;37(6):1617-1630. doi: 10.3233/BMR-240001.
- Results publication: PubMed 38701125Pehlevan E, Sevgin O. Effect of exercise given to factory workers with ergonomics training on pain and functionality: A randomized controlled trial. Work. 2024;78(1):195-205. doi: 10.3233/WOR-230663.
- Uskudar University official websiteLink provided by the sponsor.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. Individual participant data will not be shared in order to protect participants' personal information. The obtained data will be evaluated only collectively for research purposes.
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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. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Leyla C Kaya principal investigator
Uskudar University
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Home Exercise in people with Non-specific Neck Pain and Neck Pain, run by Leyla Cevahir Kaya at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
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: under way, not looking for participants, as of the sponsor's last update on 27 May 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 Turkey (Türkiye). 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?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Visual Analog Scale (time frame: Baseline and immediately after 6 weeks of intervention). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07609745, which also lists 4 linked publications.
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 27 May 2026.