Comparison of the Effectiveness of Different Exercise Types in Individuals with Chronic Neck Pain

Launched by MUĞLA SITKI KOÇMAN UNIVERSITY · Nov 18, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at different types of exercises to see which ones are most effective for people dealing with chronic neck pain. Specifically, it will compare three types of exercise—craniocervical flexion, static isometric, and dynamic isometric exercises—along with a standard physiotherapy program. The goal is to find out how well these exercises can help improve neck pain and movement for participants.

To participate in the study, individuals need to be between 18 and 55 years old, have had neck pain for at least three months, and experience a certain level of disability and pain. They should also show some movement control issues in their neck. Those with certain health conditions, recent neck surgery, or specific types of neck pain will not be eligible. Participants can expect to engage in exercise programs and will be closely monitored throughout the study to assess their progress. This trial aims to provide valuable insights into effective ways to manage chronic neck pain through exercise.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Being between the ages of 18 and 55,
• • Scoring 15/50 or less on the Neck Disability Index,
• • Having a history of chronic neck pain for at least 3 months,
• • Having a pain level of 5/10 or more,
• • Showing signs of cervical movement control dysfunction,
• • Having cervical muscle tenderness during physical examination.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Being diagnosed with a vascular disease,
• • Being diagnosed with a vestibular disease,
• • Being diagnosed with hypertension,
• • Being diagnosed with fibromyalgia or rheumatoid arthritis,
• • Having had spine surgery in the last 12 months,
• • Having received an exercise program or standard physiotherapy program involving the cervical region in the last 12 months,
• • Having congenital or acquired kyphosis, scoliosis, etc. having postural deformity,
• • Having specific neck pain such as cancer,
• • Having fractures, instability, inflammatory diseases, history of neck trauma, infections, neurological deficit, having spinal diseases such as radiculopathy, spondylosis.