| CTRI Number |
CTRI/2026/01/102617 [Registered on: 30/01/2026] Trial Registered Prospectively |
| Last Modified On: |
29/01/2026 |
| Post Graduate Thesis |
Yes |
| Type of Trial |
Interventional |
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Type of Study
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Preventive
Physiotherapy (Not Including YOGA) |
| Study Design |
Randomized, Parallel Group Trial |
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Public Title of Study
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Impact of a Spinopelvic Exercise Program on Pain, Disability, and Posture in Esports Players With Chronic Neck Pain |
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Scientific Title of Study
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Spinopelvic Exercise Intervention for Chronic Neck Pain in E-Sports Players: Effects on Pain, Disability, and Spinal Posture in a Randomized Controlled Trial |
| Trial Acronym |
NIL |
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Secondary IDs if Any
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| Secondary ID |
Identifier |
| NIL |
NIL |
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Details of Principal Investigator or overall Trial Coordinator (multi-center study)
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| Name |
Ayushi |
| Designation |
PG Student |
| Affiliation |
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| Address |
SCHOOL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY, B-BLOCK SGT UNIVERSITY,BUDHERA GURGAON HARYANA, INDIA-122505
Gurgaon
HARYANA
122505
India |
| Phone |
7903532082 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
ayushisatra1338@gmail.com |
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Details of Contact Person
Scientific Query
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| Name |
DR JAGANJYOTI DAS |
| Designation |
Assistant professor |
| Affiliation |
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| Address |
SCHOOL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY, B-BLOCK SGT UNIVERSITY,BUDHERA GURGAON HARYANA, INDIA-122505
Gurgaon
HARYANA
122505
India |
| Phone |
8984377735 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
jaganjyoti_fpt@sgtuniversity.org |
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Details of Contact Person
Public Query
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| Name |
DR JAGANJYOTI DAS |
| Designation |
Assistant professor |
| Affiliation |
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| Address |
SCHOOL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY, B-BLOCK SGT UNIVERSITY,BUDHERA GURGAON HARYANA, INDIA-122505
Gurgaon
HARYANA
122505
India |
| Phone |
8984377735 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
jaganjyoti_fpt@sgtuniversity.org |
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Source of Monetary or Material Support
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| SCHOOL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY, B-BLOCK, Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary University, CHANDU BUDDHERA GURUGRAM, HARYANA, INDIA-122505, |
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Primary Sponsor
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| Name |
AYUSHI |
| Address |
SCHOOL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY, SGT UNIVERSITY, CHANDU BUDHRERA,GURGAON 122505 |
| Type of Sponsor |
Private medical college |
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Details of Secondary Sponsor
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| Name |
Address |
| single sponsor |
Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary University |
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Countries of Recruitment
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India |
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Sites of Study
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| No of Sites = 1 |
| Name of Principal
Investigator |
Name of Site |
Site Address |
Phone/Fax/Email |
| Dr Jaganjyoti Das |
Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary University |
SCHOOL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY, B-BLOCK SGT UNIVERSITY,BUDHERA GURGAON HARYANA INDIA-122505
Gurgaon
HARYANA |
8984377735
jaganjyoti_fpt@gmail.com |
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Details of Ethics Committee
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| No of Ethics Committees= 1 |
| Name of Committee |
Approval Status |
| Institutional Ethical Committee Faculty of Physiotherapy |
Approved |
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Regulatory Clearance Status from DCGI
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Health Condition / Problems Studied
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| Health Type |
Condition |
| Patients |
(1) ICD-10 Condition: M628||Other specified disorders of muscle, |
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Intervention / Comparator Agent
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| Type |
Name |
Details |
| Comparator Agent |
Control group for 6 weeks |
Control group where receive Posture awareness and hot pack |
| Intervention |
Neck Stretching and Strengthening Group for 6 weeks, 3days in a week, every alternate day |
Neck stretching and strengthening are essential for e-sports players dealing with chronic neck pain caused by long hours of gaming and poor sitting posture. Staying in one position for extended periods often leads to stiff, tight neck muscles and weak deep stabilizing muscles. Stretching helps ease muscle tension, improve flexibility, and provide pain relief, while strengthening exercises support the neck by improving muscle control and endurance. Focusing on deep neck and shoulder muscles also helps correct forward head posture. Together, these exercises reduce strain on the neck, improve comfort, and make it easier for players to sit, move, and game with less pain and better spinal health. |
| Intervention |
Spinopelvic Exercise Program for 6 weeks, 3days in a week, every alternate day |
In e-sports players, a spinopelvic exercise program helps address the physical strain caused by long hours of sitting and gaming. Prolonged poor posture, such as slouched sitting and forward head position, places extra stress on the neck and spine. Spinopelvic exercises focus on improving core strength, pelvic control, and neck stability, allowing the body to support the cervical spine more effectively. As posture and muscle coordination improve, neck strain and discomfort gradually reduce. This approach helps players sit more comfortably, move with better control, and maintain spinal health, ultimately supporting better performance and reducing the risk of chronic neck pain. |
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Inclusion Criteria
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| Age From |
18.00 Year(s) |
| Age To |
30.00 Year(s) |
| Gender |
Both |
| Details |
E-Sports player with neck pain NPRS- 4-7,
History of neck pain since atleast 3months
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| ExclusionCriteria |
| Details |
musculoskeleton disorder,
neurological disorders,
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Method of Generating Random Sequence
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Other |
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Method of Concealment
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Alternation |
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Blinding/Masking
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Participant, Investigator, Outcome Assessor and Date-entry Operator Blinded |
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Primary Outcome
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| Outcome |
TimePoints |
Spine mobility,Posture Assessmen, Ergonomics,Neck disability,Neck muscle strength
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At baseline and 6 week
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Secondary Outcome
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| Outcome |
TimePoints |
| nil |
nil |
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Target Sample Size
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Total Sample Size="54"
Sample Size from India="54"
Final Enrollment numbers achieved (Total)= "Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials"
Final Enrollment numbers achieved (India)="Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials" |
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Phase of Trial
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N/A |
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Date of First Enrollment (India)
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11/02/2026 |
| Date of Study Completion (India) |
Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials |
| Date of First Enrollment (Global) |
Date Missing |
| Date of Study Completion (Global) |
Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials |
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Estimated Duration of Trial
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Years="0"
Months="1"
Days="12" |
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Recruitment Status of Trial (Global)
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Not Yet Recruiting |
| Recruitment Status of Trial (India) |
Not Yet Recruiting |
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Publication Details
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N/A |
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Individual Participant Data (IPD) Sharing Statement
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Will individual participant data (IPD) be shared publicly (including data dictionaries)?
Response - NO
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Brief Summary
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A spinopelvic exercise program supports individuals with chronic neck pain by addressing the body as a connected system rather than focusing only on the neck. Persistent neck pain is commonly associated with poor posture, reduced core strength, and limited control of the pelvis and trunk, all of which increase stress on the cervical region. Spinopelvic exercises aim to improve core stability, pelvic alignment, and postural control, allowing the neck to function with better support. As muscle coordination and control improve, strain on neck muscles decreases, resulting in reduced pain. Improved trunk and pelvic stability also helps correct postural faults such as forward head posture, making it easier to maintain proper alignment during daily activities. With less pain and better posture, individuals experience improved movement and greater ease in performing everyday tasks, leading to a reduction in functional disability. Overall, this approach provides an effective and holistic strategy for managing chronic neck pain and enhancing overall function. |