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Researchers are evaluating the effects of connective tissue massage and physical modalities combined with cervical and scapulothoracic stabilization exercises in adults with chronic non-specific neck pain. This randomized, double-blinded controlled trial involves 51 participants aged 18 to 65 years, aiming to assess improvements in pain, disability, and muscle endurance. The study compares three groups to determine if adding massage or physical therapies enhances the benefits of stabilization exercises alone. Participants are divided into three groups: one performs stabilization exercises only, the second combines these exercises with connective tissue massage, and the third combines exercises with electrotherapy including infrared therapy, continuous ultrasound, and TENS. Exercise sessions occur face-to-face twice weekly for 8 weeks, each lasting 50 minutes and including warm-up, stabilization exercises, and cool-down. Participants also complete a daily one-hour home exercise program supported by illustrated brochures. Throughout the 8-week treatment, researchers measure primary outcomes such as pain using the Bournemouth Neck Questionnaire, disability with the Neck Disability Index, and muscle endurance via the Deep Cervical Flexor Test. Secondary outcomes include quality of life, cervical range of motion, and scapular function. Assessments occur from enrollment to the end of treatment, with ongoing monitoring of clinical progress and functional improvements.