| CTRI Number |
CTRI/2026/03/106213 [Registered on: 13/03/2026] Trial Registered Prospectively |
| Last Modified On: |
09/03/2026 |
| Post Graduate Thesis |
Yes |
| Type of Trial |
Interventional |
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Type of Study
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Physiotherapy (Not Including YOGA) |
| Study Design |
Randomized, Parallel Group, Active Controlled Trial |
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Public Title of Study
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Comparing two types of exercise programs to see which one works better at reducing pain and improving movement or daily activities. |
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Scientific Title of Study
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Effectiveness of Lumbopelvic Stabilization Training versus Scapular Stabilization Training on Pain and Function in Individual with Chronic Non-Specific Neck Pain: 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 |
Dr. Alima Anwar (PT) |
| Designation |
MPT Scholar |
| Affiliation |
Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya National Institute for Persons with Physical Disabilities |
| Address |
Room No. 21, Department of Physiotherapy, PDUNIPPD,
Vishnu Digamber Marg, New Delhi
Central
DELHI
110002
India |
| Phone |
9899702754 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
alimaanwar13@gmail.com |
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Details of Contact Person
Scientific Query
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| Name |
Dr. Rajni Kalra (PT) |
| Designation |
Assistant Professor, PDUNIPPD |
| Affiliation |
Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya National Institute for Persons with Physical Disabilities |
| Address |
Department of Physiotherapy, Room no. 21, PDUNIPPD,
Vishnu Digamber Marg, New Delhi
Central
DELHI
110002
India |
| Phone |
9599833554 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
rajnikalra70@gmail.com |
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Details of Contact Person
Public Query
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| Name |
Dr. Tarun Kumar (PT) |
| Designation |
Associate Professor |
| Affiliation |
School of Allied Health Science, Galgotias University |
| Address |
Department of Physiotherapy, School of Allied Health Science, Galgotias University
Gautam Buddha Nagar
UTTAR PRADESH
203201
India |
| Phone |
8745802112 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
physiotarun29@gmail.com |
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Source of Monetary or Material Support
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| Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya National Institute for Person with Physical Disabilities,
4, Vishnu digamber Marg, Mata Sundari Railway Colony, Mandi House
New Delhi
PIN - 110002
India |
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Primary Sponsor
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| Name |
Pt Deendayal Upadhyaya National Institute for Person with Physical Disabilities |
| Address |
Vishnu Digamber Marg, New Delhi
PIN - 110002 |
| Type of Sponsor |
Other [Rehabilitation and Academic Institute] |
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Details of Secondary Sponsor
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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 Alima Anwar PT |
Pt. Deendayal National Institute for Persons with Physical Disabilities |
Room no. 21, Department of Physiotherapy, 4, Vishnu Digamber Marg, New Delhi, 110002
Central
DELHI |
09899702754
alimaanwar13@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 Ethics Comittee, Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya national Institute for Person with Physical Disabilities |
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: M542||Cervicalgia, |
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Intervention / Comparator Agent
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| Type |
Name |
Details |
| Intervention |
Lumbopelvic stabilization Training with neck Convention |
The intervention is delivered in three progressive phases:
Local Segmental Control:
Activation of deep stabilizing muscles — transversus abdominis and lumbar multifidus — to establish basic segmental stability in a controlled, low-load environment.
Closed Chain Segmental Control:
Incorporation of weight-bearing activities such as semi-squats and trunk forward lean with resistance band, integrating stability in functional postures.
Open Chain Segmental Control:
Advanced exercises combining trunk control with limb movement (e.g., leg slides with heel support variations), promoting dynamic stability and coordination.
Each exercise is performed for 6–10 seconds hold, 10 repetitions, 3 sets, with 1-minute rest between sets. |
| Comparator Agent |
Neck Conventional Exercises |
It consist of Hot Pack on neck region for 10 - 15 minutes followed by Neck isometrics.
Neck flexion isometrics,
Neck Extension Isometrics,
Neck side flexion isometrics both sides.
All isometrics 10 seconds hold, 10 repetition and 1 set. |
| Comparator Agent |
Scapular Stabilization Training with Neck conventional |
A structured 4-week program (3 sessions per week), each session lasting approximately 40 minutes (5-minute warm-up, 30-minute exercise, 5-minute cool-down). Exercises are progressively advanced from basic to complex movements to enhance control and stability. |
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Inclusion Criteria
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| Age From |
20.00 Year(s) |
| Age To |
40.00 Year(s) |
| Gender |
Both |
| Details |
1. Numerical Pain Rating Scale score of more than 3 and less than 6
2. Neck Disability Index Score more than 10 (Scale 0-100)
3. Neck pain more than three months. |
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| ExclusionCriteria |
| Details |
1. History of neck injury
2. History of neck or upper back surgery
3. Radiating Pain
4. Acute pain and inflammation
5. Spasmodic torticollis
6. Inflammatory rheumatic diseases
7. Ankylosing Spondylitis
8. Diagnosed case of respiratory disorders
9. Pregnancy
10. Specific Neck pain
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Method of Generating Random Sequence
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Permuted block randomization, variable |
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Method of Concealment
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Sequentially numbered, sealed, opaque envelopes |
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Blinding/Masking
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Outcome Assessor Blinded |
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Primary Outcome
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| Outcome |
TimePoints |
1. Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS)
2. Neck Disability Index (NDI)
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Baseline and after 4 weeks |
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Secondary Outcome
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| Outcome |
TimePoints |
3. Deep Neck Flexor Endurance Test (NFET)
4. Deep Neck Extensor Endurance Test (NEET)
5. Scapular Index (SI)
6. Activation of Transverse Abdominis with Pressure Biofeedback Unit (TrA PBU) |
Baseline and after 4 weeks |
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Target Sample Size
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Total Sample Size="51"
Sample Size from India="51"
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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23/03/2026 |
| 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="6"
Days="0" |
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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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Not yet started, A total of 51 participants with Chronic Non-Specific Neck Pain will be recruited using convenience sampling from the outpatient physiotherapy department of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya National Institute for Persons with Physical Disabilities (Divyangjan). Eligible participants will be randomly allocated into three groups using block randomization. Chronic Non-Specific Neck Pain (CNNP) is a common musculoskeletal condition that significantly affects daily functioning, posture, and quality of life. Muscle imbalance, poor posture, and altered neuromuscular control involving the cervical, scapular, and core muscles are key contributors to this condition. Conventional physiotherapy often focuses on symptomatic relief, but targeted stabilization exercises may provide better functional outcomes. This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness of lumbopelvic (core) stabilization training and scapular stabilization training, when combined with conventional neck exercises, on pain and functional outcomes in individuals with CNNP. A total of 51 participants aged 20–40 years will be randomly assigned into three groups:
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Group A: Lumbopelvic stabilization + neck conventional exercises
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Group B: Scapular stabilization + neck conventional exercises
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Group C: Neck conventional exercises only
The intervention will be conducted over four weeks (three sessions per week). Outcome measures will include Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), Neck Disability Index (NDI), deep neck flexor and extensor endurance tests, scapular index, and transverse abdominis activation using pressure biofeedback.
The study is expected to provide evidence on whether core or scapular stabilization offers superior benefits in reducing pain, improving muscle endurance, posture, and functional ability. The findings may help physiotherapists design more targeted, evidence-based rehabilitation programs for individuals with chronic non-specific neck pain. |