Tailored Computerized Mobilization of the Cervical Spine Utilizing the Occiflex Device for the Treatment of Chronic Neck Pain

The study is intended to examine the safety and efficacy of computerized mobilization of the neck for the treatment of patients with chronic neck pain. This is a third continuation study aimed at examining the Occiflex Robotic System. This time we will be studying tailored or personalized three dimensional movement of the neck.

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Key information

Conditions

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

Age range

18 year–65 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Phase 2

Primary location

Hillel Yaffe Medical Center

Hadera, 38100, Israel

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Patients with chronic neck pain: post-whiplash injury, myofacial pain, cervical facet joint disease and idiopathic chronic neck pain

Exclusion criteria

Patients with cervical radiculopathy Myelopathy Discopathy Malignancy involving the neck or cervical spine Severe Osteoporosis Severe skin disorder Psychiatric disorders Cervical disc herniation

Treatment and study plan

Occiflex Robotic Intervention System

Device

Occiflex is a robotic system which is comprised of a cradle moved in a three dimension space with six degrees of freedom. It allows the therapist to tailor a personalized course of 3-D mobilization of the head and neck.

Primary outcomes

Occiflex Device Safety

Time frame: 6 weeks

A meticulous documentation of any serious adverse effect will be made. Any minor side effects will be recorded with an emphasis on the possible relationship to the treatment. The number of minor and serious adverse effects out of 360 therapeutic sessions will be noted.

Secondary outcomes

Efficacy as Per the NDI-Neck Disability Index

Time frame: 6 weeks

The most important instrument used to measure efficacy of treatment in patients with chronic neck pain will be used. A score of 0-50, where 50 denotes maximal disability due to chronic neck pain will be documented.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Hillel Yaffe Medical Center

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Registry information

Important dates

Study start: 2012
Primary completion: 2012
Study completion: 2012
First posted: Jan 26, 2012
Registry last updated: Oct 29, 2013

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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