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NCT07440030 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
The Cervical "STRETCH" Study
A NA study, sponsored by Western University of Health Sciences.
- Not yet
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 75
- Enrollment target
NCT07440030: Clinical Trial NA study, sponsored by Western University of Health Sciences.
NCT07440030 is a NA study that has not yet begun recruiting, run by Western University of Health Sciences. The registered enrollment target is 75 participants, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (95% lower). According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT07440030, a NA study, has not yet begun recruiting, sponsored by Western University of Health Sciences.
- NOT YET RECRUITING
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 75 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
Neck pain and reduced cervical range of motion (ROM) are common musculoskeletal concerns that can significantly impact an individual's quality of life and daily routine. This is especially true for medical students who spend a disproportionate amount of time on their computers or mobile devices, as is required by their long study hours. A simple stretching routine is often recommended by physicians and physical therapists alike, but there is little research examining short-term changes in cervical range of motion (ROM) and pain when a brief, structured daily stretching program is used. The goal of this single-group study is to test feasibility and determine how well a daily cervical stretching regimen affects cervical ROM and self-reported pain in osteopathic medical students with cervical ROM restrictions. Researchers will measure changes in cervical ROM using a goniometer and changes in pain levels via the Visual Analog Scale (VAS). Participants will be asked to complete a 7-day period of no stretching, during which natural measurements will be taken, followed by 7 days of completing the 5-minute stretching routine, after which more measurements will be taken. Participants will also be asked to complete a post-study survey and a 1-month follow-up survey to provide feedback on the study and the stretching routine.
Primary Outcome
Changes in cervical range of motion (ROM) will be analyzed using goniometer measurements in degrees. The measurements of cervical ROM will include flexion, extension, rotation, and lateral flexion. A blinded assessor will conduct assessments to minimize measurement bias.
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Guided Cervical Stretching Regimen
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 75 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-03-10 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-08-30 |
| Phase | NA |
What is known before NCT07440030 opens enrollment
NCT07440030 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 75 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (95% lower).
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 1 intervention - of which Guided Cervical Stretching Regimen is the first listed.
NCT07440030 does not publish any study locations in the registry export this page uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT07440030 about?
NCT07440030 is a clinical study titled "The Cervical "STRETCH" Study". Neck pain and reduced cervical range of motion (ROM) are common musculoskeletal concerns that can significantly impact an individual's quality of life and daily routine. This is especially true for medical students who spend a disproportionate amount of time on their computers or mobile devices, as ...
What is the current status of trial NCT07440030?
This trial is currently not yet recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 75 participants. The study started on 2026-03-10. Estimated completion is 2026-08-30.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT07440030?
The interventions under investigation include: Guided Cervical Stretching Regimen (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT07440030?
This trial is sponsored by Western University of Health Sciences, which has 16 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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How this trial's enrollment target compares
Where NCT07440030's enrollment target sits among peer trials
75 1069th of 2000 higher than 919 of 2,000 other NA trials
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Source ClinicalTrials.gov registry export · 2026-08-08
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