Do you have long term neck pain after a whiplash injury or neck strain?
Interested in having the nerves in your eye examined?
What is this research about?
This study seeks to learn about sensory nerves in people with long term whiplash neck pain. After a whiplash injury, some people recover and others develop long term pain. The reasons for ongoing pain after whiplash are not fully understood, however recent research suggests that sensory nerves (that transmit information about pain) may be implicated.
What will you do?
Participation involves undergoing a microscope assessment of the eye by an optometrist, completing some questionnaires, and sensory testing at the neck and leg, which will take no longer than 90 minutes.
This study is done at the Queensland University of Technology School of Optometry and Vision Science at Kelvin Grove. Participants are offered a $50 gift voucher to reimburse for time and travel expenses.
Who can participate?
We are seeking male and female participants aged 18-70 years, with neck pain after a whiplash injury lasting more than 3 months.
How do I participate?
To find out more information, please contact Dr Scott Farrell and the research team on (07) 3346 4791 or scott.farrell@uq.edu.au