HOME EXERCISE AND KINESIO TAPING IN NON-SPECIFIC NECK PAIN AMONG CHAIN MARKET WORKERS

NCT07609745 | Active Not Recruiting DMC

• 1 other identifier: 61351342/020-1826
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 30
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief 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. 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.

Conditions

Non-specific Neck Pain; Neck Pain

Keywords

Non-specific neck pain; Neck pain; Kinesio taping; Exercise therapy; Female workers; Supermarket workers

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• 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.

  Baseline and immediately after 6 weeks of intervention

Secondary Outcomes (1)

• Neck Disability Index

  Baseline and immediately after 6 weeks of intervention

Study Arms (2)

Home Exercise Group

EXPERIMENTAL

Participants will receive a home exercise program for neck pain.

Behavioral: Home Exercise

Kinesio Taping + Home Exercise Group

EXPERIMENTAL

Participants will receive kinesio taping and a home exercise program for neck pain.

Behavioral: Home Exercise

Interventions

Home Exercise BEHAVIORAL

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.

Home Exercise Group; Kinesio Taping + Home Exercise Group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years - 60 Years
• Gender Eligibility Details: Only female participants will be included in the study. This study aims to investigate neck pain observed in female chain market workers.
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)

You may qualify if:

• 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

You may not qualify if:

• 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

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Leyla Cevahir Kaya: lead
• Uskudar University: collaborator

Study Sites (1)

Uskudar University

Istanbul, Uskudar, 34662, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

Related Publications (4)

• 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.

  PMID: 40810742 RESULT

• Gur 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.

  PMID: 41251731 RESULT

• Zengi 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.

  PMID: 38943382 RESULT

• Pehlevan 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.

  PMID: 38701125 RESULT

Related Links

• Uskudar University official website

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Neck Pain

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Pain; Neurologic Manifestations; Signs and Symptoms; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms

Study Officials

• Leyla C Kaya

  Uskudar University

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: NONE
• Purpose: HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: SPONSOR INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Model Details: 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.

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: May 17, 2026
• First Posted: May 27, 2026
• Study Start: April 6, 2026
• Primary Completion (Estimated): June 30, 2026
• Study Completion (Estimated): July 30, 2026
• Last Updated: May 27, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-05

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

TU (1)