SCED Trial: Help refine the StressModex program for whiplash treatment

About this Trial

This study is refining the StressModex program for people with recent whiplash after a road traffic crash. StressModex combines physiotherapy exercises with practical stress-management strategies to support early recovery.

We are looking for Brisbane-based adults who have had a neck injury in the past three months and are currently experiencing stress. Participants receive six free physiotherapy sessions as part of the study.

Who can take part

You may be eligible if you:

• Are aged 18 years or older
• Have a road-traffic-related neck injury (Grade II whiplash) that occurred within the past 3 months
• Are currently experiencing stress
• Are not currently receiving other treatment for your neck (medication is okay)

What is involved

If you take part you will:

• Receive 6 free physiotherapy sessions over 6 weeks (valued at approximately $735)
• Complete short daily online surveys (about 2 minutes each) for 50–60 days
• Take part in a small number of brief online interviews
• Wear a heart rate monitor for part of the study
• Complete a short follow-up survey and interview 6 months later (you will receive a $50 gift voucher for this)

How to take part

The first step is to complete a short online screening survey:

Complete the screening survey

Alternatively, you can contact the research team directly using the details below.

Contact

Contact Coordinator:
Dr Nicole Rickerby

E: stressmodex-sced@hmbs.uq.edu.au
T: +61 7 3443 4855

Important information

Participation is voluntary. You can withdraw at any time.

This project has ethics approval from The University of Queensland Human Research Ethics Committee (Approval No. 2025/HE001963).

Researchers

Dr Nicole Rickerby Contact Coordinator View profile

If you have questions, contact the research team using the details above.

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