Comparison of Cervical Spinal Manipulation and Visceral Osteopathy Techniques in People with Mechanical Neck Pain
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 已完成
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 30
- 试验地点
- 4
- 主要终点
- VAS pain scale
研究概览
简要总结
This study compares two treatment techniques, cervical spinal manipulation (CSM) and visceral osteopathy (VO), in patients with mechanical neck pain (MNP). The aim of the study was to evaluate the effects of these treatments on pain levels, neck mobility, and muscle strength in both the neck and upper extremities.
详细描述
The purpose of this study is to compare the acute effects of cervical spinal manipulation (CSM) treatment and visceral osteopathy (VO) techniques on pain, cervical range of motion (ROM), muscle strength, and grip strength in individuals with mechanical neck pain (MNP).
The study is going to include a total of 30 subjects aged 18-60 diagnosed with MNP. The subjects are randomly divided into two groups. The CSM group received high-velocity, low-amplitude (HVLA) spinal manipulation, while the other group underwent VO techniques. Each treatment technique is going to be applied in only one session. Pain intensity is assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS). Cervical ROM and the craniovertebral angle (CVA) are evaluated using a goniometer. Neck and elbow muscle strength are measured with a hand-held dynamometer, and grip strength is assessed using a hand-grip dynamometer.
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 (Outcomes Assessor)
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 16 Years 至 60 Years（Child, Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •Participants is included if they had neck pain present for at least one week, reduced cervical ROM, a manual muscle test score of 4 or higher for the neck muscles, and no neurological pain in the neck.
排除标准
- •Exclusion criteria included individuals with rheumatic diseases, a history of spinal surgery, neck fractures, tumors in the neck region, vertebrobasilar artery insufficiency, blood clotting disorders, or inadequate mental capacity.
结局指标
主要结局
VAS pain scale
时间窗: At baseline and immediately following the intervention session.
The Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for pain is a subjective measurement tool used to assess an individual\'s pain intensity. It consists of a straight line, typically 10 centimeters in length, with endpoints that represent the extremes of pain: one end signifies \"no pain\" (0) and the other indicates \"worst pain imaginable\" (10). Participants mark a point on the line that corresponds to their pain level at the moment of assessment. The distance from the \"no pain\" end to the marked point is then measured in centimeters, providing a numerical value that quantifies the intensity of the pain experienced. This scale is commonly used in clinical settings for its simplicity and effectiveness in capturing the subjective experience of pain.
Microfet 2 Dynamometer
时间窗: At baseline and immediately following the intervention session.
The Microfet 2 Dynamometer is a handheld device used to objectively measure muscle strength in clinical and research settings. It employs a digital force transducer that provides accurate and reliable assessments of isometric muscle strength across various muscle groups. It is commonly used in physical therapy and rehabilitation to evaluate muscle function, track progress over time, and inform treatment decisions. Its compact size and versatility make it suitable for various assessments, including grip strength, limb strength, and specific muscle testing. The device is particularly valuable for ensuring standardized measurements in strength evaluation protocols.
次要结局
- Hand Dynamometer(At baseline and immediately following the intervention session.)
研究者
Hilal Denizoğlu Külli
Assoc. Prof.
Atlas University