Investigation of the Effects of Technology-Assisted Exercises in Individuals With Chronic Neck Pain
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 已完成
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 42
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Numerical Rating Scale (NRS)
研究概览
简要总结
In this study, women with chronic neck pain residing in Afyonkarahisar, Turkey, will participate in an exercise-based intervention. Both the control and experimental groups will engage in conventional exercise programs; however, the experimental group will also receive an additional technology-assisted exercise program. It is anticipated that these interventions will positively impact participants' daily living activities and functional abilities. The study aims to assess whether the inclusion of technology-supported exercises leads to superior outcomes compared to conventional exercises alone. The findings are expected to provide valuable evidence on the effectiveness of integrating technology-assisted exercise programs into physiotherapy and rehabilitation practices for women with chronic neck pain.
详细描述
Considering the complex nature of chronic pain, it is believed that integrating exercise approaches with technology may enhance the effectiveness of exercise programs, increase participation and its sustainability, support the continuity of overall health and functional outcomes, and have positive effects on behavior change. The light-based exercise set for measuring reaction time is frequently preferred in clinical settings. The device uses small, illuminated pods controlled by an application, providing visual cues that promote both physical and cognitive activity. The individual aims to deactivate the lit pods as quickly as possible. Due to its interactive and enjoyable nature, it is commonly used across a wide range of populations-from pediatric to geriatric-especially among athletes. Technology-focused approaches, compared to traditional exercise practices, are believed to positively influence patients' active participation in the treatment process through a more innovative and engaging experience.
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
- Single (Participant)
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 18 Years 至 59 Years（Adult）
- 性别
- Female
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •Non-specific neck pain diagnosis
- •Having neck pain persisting for at least 3 months
- •Having the ability to speak and comprehend Turkish fluently
- •A pain score of 3 or higher according to the Numerical Rating Scale
- •A score of 5 or higher on the Neck Disability Index
排除标准
- •Having a history of spinal surgery.
- •Having an additional musculoskeletal disorder affecting the cervical region and upper extremities (e.g., scoliosis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, etc.).
- •Receiving physical therapy and/or other treatments for any reason within the last 6 months.
- •Having a diagnosed psychiatric disorder.
- •Having a vestibular pathology.
- •Having visual problems despite using visual aids.
- •Being pregnant.
- •Having a neurological deficit that may affect balance.
- •Discontinuing or being unable to complete the treatment process.
研究组 & 干预措施
Control Group
The treatment process for the control group consisted of hot therapy and TENS application before the exercises, followed by an exercise program including neck range of motion exercises, neck strengthening exercises, stretching exercises, scapular retraction, etc.
Experimental Group
The program will be implemented over four weeks, three days a week, with a duration of 40-45 minutes per day. In addition to conventional treatment, an exercise program prepared with a light reaction time measurement and exercise set will be implemented.
干预措施: Experimental Group (Other)
结局指标
主要结局
Numerical Rating Scale (NRS)
时间窗: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 4 weeks
Patients will be asked to mark the number between 0 and 10 that best corresponds to the intensity of their pain.
G-Walk Wireless Movement Analysis System
时间窗: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 4 weeks
G-Walk is a wireless system used to assess gait, balance, and functional mobility through motion sensors placed on the lower back. While wearing the G-Walk device, the participant walks at a normal pace between two markers placed 10 meters apart. Furthermore, static balance will be assessed by having the participant maintain a one-legged stance for 30 seconds.
Modified Four Square Step Test
时间窗: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 4 weeks
The Modified Four Square Step Test (mFSST) is used to assess dynamic balance and the ability to step in multiple directions. During the test procedure, four strips, each measuring 90 cm in length, are arranged on the floor to form a square, with each quadrant labeled from 1 to 4. The participant is instructed to step through each quadrant first in a clockwise direction and then in a counterclockwise direction, ensuring continuous forward gaze and avoiding contact with the strips throughout the test.
次要结局
未报告次要终点
研究者
Fatma Eken
Research asistant
Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University