Effectiveness of an Internet-Delivered Exercise and Pain-Coping Skills Training Intervention for Persons With Chronic Knee Pain: A Randomized Trial.
Kim L Bennell, Rachel Nelligan, Fiona Dobson...
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28241215Actively Recruiting
Phase Not Applicable
Age: 20Years - 45Years
All Genders
ID07302958
Telerehabilitation, Face-to-Face Exercises, and a Mixed Model in Chronic Non-Specific Neck Pain
Led by Cairo University · Updated on 2026-03-02
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Participants Needed
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Research Sites
21 weeks
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are comparing three different physical therapy delivery methods to treat adults aged 20 to 40 years with chronic non-specific neck pain lasting three months or longer. The study aims to find out which approach—tele-rehabilitation, face-to-face exercises, or a mixed model—is most effective at reducing neck pain and improving function. It also examines differences in neck movement, fear of movement, patient satisfaction, and adherence to exercise programs. Participants are randomly assigned to one of three groups: real-time video-guided tele-rehabilitation sessions conducted at home with live physiotherapist supervision; traditional in-person supervised sessions at a clinical facility; or a hybrid model alternating weekly between in-person and tele-rehabilitation sessions. Each participant completes a structured exercise program that lasts 45-60 minutes per session, three times a week, for six weeks. The exercises progress through phases focusing on mobility, pain reduction, strengthening, and endurance. During the study, participants undergo assessments at the start, immediately after the 6-week intervention, and again at 3 months post-treatment. These assessments measure neck pain intensity, functional disability, cervical range of motion, fear of movement, patient satisfaction, and adherence to the exercise program. The study tracks progress continuously throughout the 6-week period, aiming to understand how different delivery methods affect recovery and long-term outcomes.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Telerehabilitation, Face-to-Face Exercises, and a Mixed Model in Chronic Non-Specific Neck Pain
Who Can Participate
Age: 20Years - 45Years
All Genders
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Adults aged 20 to 40 years with chronic non-specific neck pain lasting 3 months or longer
- Participants must have stable internet access and be experienced in using a computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone
You will not qualify if you...
- Neck pain caused by specific issues such as fractures, infections, malignancies, or severe neurological deficits
- History of neck surgery
- Cognitive impairments or language barriers that prevent following the intervention instructions
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Your Study Journey
Screening
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person or remote depending on site procedures)
Treatment
Duration - 6 weeks
Participants receive one of three exercise interventions: real-time video-guided tele-rehabilitation sessions, in-person supervised exercise sessions, or a hybrid model combining both approaches. Sessions occur three times per week for 6 weeks with live physiotherapist supervision.
3 sessions per week (45-60 minutes each), delivered via video conferencing or in-person depending on assigned group
Follow-up
Duration - 3 months post-treatment
Participants are assessed for functional disability, neck pain intensity, range of motion, kinesiophobia, and patient satisfaction after completing the intervention, with additional monitoring at 3 months post-treatment.
1 visit within 1 week post-treatment and 1 visit at 3 months post-treatment
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University
Cairo, Egypt
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Research Team
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Amr Ahmad Fallatah, Doctoral
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
3
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