The Effect of Muscle Energy Technique on Neck Disability and Cervical Range of Motion in Patients With Non-Specific Neck Pain
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 招募中
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 60
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Neck Disability Index
研究概览
简要总结
This study aims to investigate the effect of the Muscle Energy Technique on neck disability level and cervical range of motion in individuals with non-specific neck pain. The study will be conducted at Avicenna International Hospital in Istanbul. Participants with non-specific neck pain will be included in the study. The intervention will involve the application of Muscle Energy Technique, and outcomes will be assessed using standardized measures of neck disability and cervical range of motion. The findings are expected to contribute to improving treatment approaches for individuals with non-specific neck pain.
详细描述
This study is designed to evaluate the effects of the Muscle Energy Technique (MET) on neck disability and cervical range of motion in individuals with non-specific neck pain. Non-specific neck pain is a common musculoskeletal condition that may lead to functional limitations and reduced quality of life.
The study will be conducted at Avicenna International Hospital in Istanbul. Participants who meet the inclusion criteria will be recruited and evaluated before and after the intervention.
The Muscle Energy Technique will be applied as the primary intervention. Outcome measures will include the Neck Disability Index (NDI) to assess disability level and goniometric measurements to evaluate cervical range of motion.
Pre- and post-intervention comparisons will be performed to determine the effectiveness of the Muscle Energy Technique. The results of this study are expected to provide evidence regarding the clinical effectiveness of MET in the management of non-specific neck pain and contribute to physiotherapy practice.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Treatment
- 盲法
- None
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 18 Years 至 65 Years（Adult, Older Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •Age between 18 and 65 years Diagnosis of non-specific neck pain Presence of neck pain for at least 4 weeks Ability to understand and follow instructions Willingness to participate in the study
排除标准
- •History of cervical spine surgery Presence of neurological deficits or radiculopathy Specific causes of neck pain (e.g., tumor, infection, fracture) Severe cervical disc herniation Pregnancy Any contraindication to manual therapy
研究组 & 干预措施
Muscle Energy Technique Group
Participants in this group will receive the Muscle Energy Technique (MET) intervention applied to the cervical region. The technique will be used to improve neck disability and increase cervical range of motion in individuals with non-specific neck pain. Pre- and post-intervention assessments will be conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention.
干预措施: Arm 1-Muscle Energy Technique (MET) (Behavioral)
Control Group
Participants in this group will receive a standard electrotherapy protocol. The intervention will be applied according to routine clinical practice for individuals with non-specific neck pain. No Muscle Energy Technique (MET) will be applied in this group. Pre- and post-intervention assessments will be conducted.
干预措施: Arm 2- Standard Electrotherapy (Device)
结局指标
主要结局
Neck Disability Index
时间窗: Baseline and at the end of the 10-day treatment period
Neck disability will be assessed using a validated neck disability questionnaire (e.g., Neck Disability Index - NDI). This scale evaluates the level of disability related to neck pain and daily functional limitations. Neck Disability Index (NDI) score (range: 0 to 50; higher scores indicate greater disability and worse outcome)
次要结局
- Cervical Range of Motion(Baseline and at the end of the 10-day treatment period)
研究者
Prof. Dr. Deniz Demirci
Professor
Uskudar University