scholarly journals Effect of Post Isometric Relaxation with Deep Neck Flexor Exercise in Subacute Mechanical Neck Pain

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 46-59
Author(s):  
Priyanka Chauhan ◽  
Pooja Attrey ◽  
Anand Kumar Singh
Keyword(s):  
General Population ◽  
Neck Pain ◽  
Functional Disability ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Lateral Epicondylitis ◽  
Posterior Aspect ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group A ◽  
Numeric Pain Rating Scale ◽  
Group B

Background: Mechanical neck pain (MNP) is the most common type of pain confined in the posterior aspect of neck, also known as nonspecific or simple neck pain affecting two thirds of the general population at some time in their lives. Prevalence: Neck pain is most common muscular skeletal condition affecting up to 70% of individual and 5% to 10% of adults having a disabling neck pain problem. Neck pain is more common in women than men. The prevalence of neck pain in the general population has been reported to be 15% for men and 23% for women. Objectives of the Study: To find out the effect of Post Isometric Relaxation (PIR) along with Deep Neck Flexor (DNF) exercises in reducing pain and disability and improving ROM in patient with sub-acute mechanical neck pain. To find out the effect of Deep Neck Flexor exercise alone in reducing pain and disability and improving ROM in patient with sub-acute mechanical neck pain. To compare whether Post Isometric Relaxation (PIR) along with Deep Neck Flexor exercises or Deep Neck Flexor exercises alone are effective in reducing pain and disability and improving ROM in patient with sub-acute mechanical neck pain Methods: Study included 30 patients with lateral epicondylitis between ages 30-50 years. The subjects were randomly divided into 2 groups: Group-A and Group-B. Group A (n = 15) was treated using Cyriax physiotherapy, group B (n = 15) was treated with movement with mobilization. Patients were treated for 3 times a week for 4 weeks. Outcome measures are NPRS (Numeric Pain Rating Scale) and DASH (The Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand). Results: The results of the study indicate that there were highly statistically significant improvement in functional disability on NDI, cervical lateral flexion(Right & Left), rotation (Right & Left) ROM and reduction in pain on VAS in Group-A as compared to Group-B. There was no significant difference observed when the groups were compared for cervical flexion and extension ROM. Conclusion: From the result it is concluded that Post isometric relaxation with DNF exercise is effective in mechanical neck pain. Key words: Mechanical neck pain (MNP), Post Isometric Relaxation (PIR), Deep Neck Flexor (DNF) exercise.

Comparing the effectiveness of mulligan mobilization versus cyriax approach in the management of patients with subacute lateral epicondylitis

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Aqeel Ahmed ◽  
Muhammad Ibrar ◽  
Aatik Arsh ◽  
Sonia Wali ◽  
Shoukat Hayat ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Functional Disability ◽  
Tennis Elbow ◽  
Lateral Epicondylitis ◽  
Evaluation Index ◽  
Pain Subscale ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group A ◽  
Physical Tests ◽  
Group B

Abstract Objective: To determine the effectiveness of Mulligan mobilisation versus Cyriax approach in the management of patients with subacute lateral epicondylitis. Methods: The clinical trial was conducted at the District Headquarter Hospital, Bahawalnagar, Pakistan, from September to December 2018, and comprised lateral epicondylitis patients having symptoms for >2 weeks. The diagnosis was confirmed on the basis of physical tests and musculoskeletal ultrasound. The subjects were randomly allocated to two equal groups A and B. Group A received deep transverse friction and Mill’s manipulation according to Cyriax approach, while group B received Mulligan mobilisation with movement techniques. Patient-related tennis elbow evaluation index was used to collect data which was analysed using SPSS 20. Results: Of the 60 patients, there were 30(50%) in each of the two groups. The overall mean age was 35.27±7.30 years, and 38(63.3%) participants were male.  After 4 weeks of treatment sessions, both groups showed significant improvements (p<0.05) in pain and functional disability scores. Group A showed significantly more improvement (p<0.05) in pain subscale scores compared to group B, while group B showed significant improvement (p<0.05) in functional disability subscale scores compared to group A. There was no significant difference (p>0.05) between the groups on total the patient-related tennis elbow evaluation index score. Conclusion: Both Mulligan mobilisation with movement and Cyriax approach decreased pain and improved functional status in lateral epicondylitis patients. Key Words: Elbow, Lateral epicondylitis, Massage, Mobilisation, Physiotherapy. Continuous..,

Effectiveness of Laser Therapy and Ultrasound Therapy along with Muscle Energy Technique in subjects with Trapezitis

2021 ◽  
pp. 116-120
Author(s):  
K. Kotteeswaran ◽  
Syed Gaffar ◽  
Krishna. R ◽  
Keerthana Priya. R.
Keyword(s):  
Laser Therapy ◽  
Functional Disability ◽  
Neck Disability Index ◽  
Ultrasound Therapy ◽  
Muscle Energy Technique ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group A ◽  
Muscle Energy ◽  
Group B ◽  
Neck Disability

Aim: To find the effectiveness of laser therapy and ultrasound therapy along with muscle energy technique in treatment of Trapezitis. Materials and Methods: Non-equivalent quasi experimental study design was used in this study. Total of 30 subjects with trapezitis were selected using non probability convenient sampling technique.30 Subjects was divided into two groups by lot system. Group A received laser therapy and Group B received ultrasound therapy and for both the group muscle energy technique was given. The outcome measures are Neck Disability Index (NDI) for measuring Functional Disability. Data collected and tabulated was statistically analyzed. Result: Statistical analysis of post-test, Neck Disability Index (NDI) revealed that there is statistically significant difference seen between Group A and Group B. Conclusion: From the result, it has been concluded that Laser therapy with muscle energy technique (Group A) was more effective than Ultrasound therapy with muscle energy technique (Group B) on improving functional ability in subjects with Trapezitis.

A Study to find the effectiveness of Scapular Strengthening Exercise in patients with Cervical Dysfunction

2021 ◽  
pp. 3591-3594
Author(s):  
Kotteeswaran. K ◽  
Chiranjibi Kumar Nayak
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Spine ◽  
Neck Pain ◽  
Neck Disability Index ◽  
T Test ◽  
Strengthening Exercise ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Neck Disability ◽  
Cervical Spine Dysfunction

Background: Cervical spine dysfunction is a cause of neck pain. The cause for it is believed to be a disorder (most likely malalignment) of the pain-sensitive facet joints (which may also be due to disc disruption). Dysfunction can also cause secondary muscle spasm, which can may lead to more pain and stiffness. Objective: To find the effectiveness of SNAGs and scapular strengthening exercises in the patients with chronic cervical dysfunction. To find the Neck disability index (NDI) score difference between the functional activities of experimental group and conventional treatment group. Methodology: According to inclusion and exclusion criteria a prior to the study, the principal researcher explained the procedures to all the subjects and inform consent obtained, 30 subjects taken through Random block design and numbering was done for all the subjects. All the odd numbers in one group and all the even numbers in another group are allocated by random table where each group had 15 subjects. The collected data was tabulated and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. To all parameters mean and standard deviation (SD) were used. Paired t-test was used to analyze significant changes between pre-test and post-test measurements. Unpaired t-test was used to analyze significant changes between two groups. Result: rom statistical analysis made with the quantitative data revealed statistically significant difference between the Group A and Group B, and also within the group. The Posttest mean value of Neck Disability Index (NDI) in group A is 12.00 and in group B is 13.80. This shows that Neck Disability Index (NDI) in Group B disability value were comparatively more than Group A disability value, P<0.0001. Conclusion: This study shows better improvement in reducing cervical spine dysfunction (neck pain) by scapular strengthening exercise than resisted neck isometrics. Both the techniques can be used in clinical practice.

scholarly journals Assessment of Range of Movement, Pain and Disability Following a Whiplash Injury

2017 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 541-545 ◽  
Author(s):  
Atif A. Malik ◽  
Simon Robinson ◽  
Wasim S. Khan ◽  
Bernice Dillon ◽  
Martyn E. Lovell
Keyword(s):  
Neck Pain ◽  
Whiplash Injury ◽  
Range Of Movement ◽  
Pain Group ◽  
Pain Scores ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Group D

Background: Whiplash has been suggested to cause chronic symptoms and long term disability. This study was designed to assess long term function after whiplash injury. Material & Methods: A random sample of patients in the outpatient clinic was interviewed, questionnaire completed and clinical examination performed. Assessment was made of passive cervical range of movement and Visual Analogue Scale pain scores. One hundred and sixty-four patients were divided into four different groups including patients with no whiplash injury but long-standing neck pain (Group A), previous symptomatic whiplash injury and long-standing neck pain (Group B), previous symptomatic whiplash injury and no neck symptoms (Group C), and a control group of patients with no history of whiplash injury or neck symptoms (Group D). Results: Data was analyzed by performing an Independent samples t-test and ANOVA, with level of significance taken as p<0.05. Comparing the four groups using a one-way ANOVA showed a significant difference between the groups (p<0.001). There were significant differences when comparing mean ranges of movement between Group A and Group D, and between Group B and Group D. There was no significant difference between Group C and Group D. similar differences were also seen in the pain scores. Conclusion: We conclude that osteoarthritis in the cervical spine, and whiplash injury with chronic problems cause a significantly decreased cervical range of movement with a higher pain score. Patients with shorter duration of whiplash symptoms appear to do better in the long-term.

scholarly journals Efficacy of Korean Medicine Combination Treatment on Recurrent Neck Pain After Medical Procedures: A Retrospective Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 32-40
Author(s):  
Hyo-Seung Huh ◽  
Wu-Jin Jeong ◽  
Ki-Tae Park ◽  
Sun-Ho Lee ◽  
Sun-A Kim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Spine ◽  
Neck Pain ◽  
Combination Treatment ◽  
Medical Procedures ◽  
Korean Medicine ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Admission Group

Background: The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of Korean medicine combination treatment on recurrent neck pain after medical procedures.Methods: This retrospective study included 158 inpatients of the Daejeon Jaseng Hospital of Korean Medicine who were diagnosed with “Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy (M50.1)” between December 14<sup>th</sup>, 2017 and May 29<sup>th</sup>, 2019. The patients were assigned to 1 of 2 groups based on whether they received medical procedures on the cervical spine at least once. Korean medicine combination treatment was evaluated using EuroQol-5 dimensions index (EQ-5D), numeric rating scale (NRS), and neck disability index (NDI) scores.Results: Before and after treatment, the patients who received medical procedures on the cervical spine at least once before admission (Group A) showed a statistically significant difference in the NDI and NRS scores but not in the EQ-5D scores. This was similar to the patients who had not received medical procedures on the cervical spine before admission (Group B) they showed a statistically significant difference in the NDI and NRS scores but not in the EQ-5D scores. When comparing the results of Group A and Group B before and after treatment, no statistically significant differences were observed in the EQ-5D, NDI, and NRS scores.Conclusion: Korean medicine combination treatment improves the neck functional disability of patients who suffer from recurrent neck pain despite patients having undergone medical procedures.

scholarly journals Effects of posterior capsule stretch on adhesive capsulitis.

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (08) ◽  
pp. 1272-1277
Author(s):  
Madiha Maryam ◽  
Muhammad Kashif ◽  
Abdul Ghafoor Sajjad ◽  
Razia Rizwan ◽  
Sehrish Ali ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Internal Rotation ◽  
Manual Therapy ◽  
Functional Disability ◽  
Adhesive Capsulitis ◽  
Mean Value ◽  
Control Group ◽  
P Value ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

To compare the effect of posterior capsular stretch on pain, ROM and functional disability in Adhesive Capsulitis. Study Design: Experimental, Randomized Control Trail. Setting: Department of Physiotherapy, Capital Development Authority Hospital Islamabad. Period: October 2015 to March 2016. Materials and Methods: Forty female patients having aged between 40 to 70 years with freezing and frozen stage of adhesive capsulitis were screened out. Adhesive capsulitis secondary to cervical Spondylosis, osteoporosis, direct trauma and any inflammation were excluded from the study. Subjects were randomly placed into two groups lottery method, the experimental group having 19 subjects received posterior capsular stretch along with conventional manual therapy and electrotherapy  whereas the control group had 21 subjects and they were given manual therapy and electrotherapy alone. The Numeric Pain Rating Scale, Shoulder Pain and Disability Index, and Range of Motion of shoulder joint were used as outcome measures. All the patients were assessed at baseline before intervention and at the completion of 6 weeks of treatment. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 20. Results: Abduction, Internal Rotation and disability show significant result. The abduction mean value of Group A was 115.00±22.023and of the Group B was 81.74±20.653 with p value was P<05. The internal rotation mean value of Group A was 70.71±12.776 and for the Group B was 60.32±8.699 and having p value P<05. The SPADI mean value of Group A was 51.76±22.043 and for the Group B was 24.24±7.287 having p value P<05. The NPRS and external rotation showed non-significant difference. Conclusion: It is concluded that posterior capsular stretch along with mobilization is more effective in treating ROM and functional disability.

scholarly journals Effectiveness of Pilates exercises on non-specific low back pain to determine pain and disability

Biomedicine ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 41 (4) ◽  
pp. 825-829
Author(s):  
P Manikandan ◽  
G Mohan Kumar ◽  
V Rajalaxmi ◽  
C Priya ◽  
G Yuvarani ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Functional Disability ◽  
Conventional Group ◽  
Patient Specific ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Mean Values ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

Introduction and Aim: Low back discomfort is one of the commonest musculoskeletal problems. The Pilates exercises are an approach to stretching and strengthening techniques and specifically train all the core muscles. The intend of the current study was to verify the influences of the Pilates exercises among pain and disability among patients with Non-specific Low Back Pain (NSLBP).     Materials and Methods: A 100 non-specific low back pain subjects were randomly selected for this experimental study. The study includes of non-specific LBP age group between 25 to 40 years, both male and female patients with pain and disability and this study excludes spinal fractures and Pregnant Women. The estimations were taken utilizing Visual Analogue scale (VAS), Patient Specific Functional Scale (PSFS) and Modified Oswestry Low Back Pain Disability Questionnaire (MODQ). Subjects are allotted in two groups, Group A (Pilates group) receives Pilate’s exercise and Group B (conventional group) receives conventional exercise. Exercises were given for 3 times a week for 12 weeks and a regular follow up was done for every 4 weeks.   Results: Group A (Pilates group) were found to be more effective than Group B (conventional group). It shows a highly significant difference in mean values at P ? 0.001. This implies that Pilates exercise is more beneficial in decreasing pain and functional disability.   Conclusion: On comparing the mean values, Group A (Pilates group) showed significant improvement at the end of the study when compared with Group B (conventional group).

scholarly journals Preoperative Anxiety and Postoperative Pain in Patients With Laparoscopic Hysterectomy

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lin Zhang ◽  
Li-Jun Hao ◽  
Xiao-Lai Hou ◽  
Ya-Ling Wu ◽  
Lu-Shi Jing ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Postoperative Pain ◽  
Postoperative Analgesia ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy ◽  
Preoperative Anxiety ◽  
Chinese Patients ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

Objective: This study was designed to investigate preoperative anxiety situations and postoperative pain degree in Chinese patients undergoing laparoscopic hysterectomy and to analyze the related factors of preoperative anxiety and the correlation between preoperative anxiety and postoperative pain to provide a reference for effective postoperative analgesia management.Methods: A total of 100 female patients undergoing laparoscopic hysterectomy were enrolled in this study and randomly divided into two groups (n = 50, each). In group A, the patients were treated with dexmedetomidine and sufentanil for postoperative analgesia. In group B, the patients were treated with sufentanil alone for postoperative analgesia. All patients were evaluated with a self-rating anxiety scale (SAS) 1 day before the operation. The patients’ pain was evaluated using the numerical rating scale (NRS) 1 day after the operation, and data were recorded.Results: In these 100 patients, the highest preoperative SAS score was 48, and the average score was 40.99 ± 4.55 points, which is higher than the norm in China. There were significant differences in preoperative SAS scores among patients with different occupations and previous surgical experience (P &lt; 0.05). There was no significant difference in SAS scores among patients with different education levels (P &gt; 0.05). The postoperative NRS score of group A was significantly higher than that of group B, and the difference was statistically significant (P &lt; 0.05). The correlation coefficients between SAS scores and NRS scores in groups A and B were 0.836 and 0.870, respectively, presenting with a significantly positive correlation.Conclusion: Preoperative anxiety is an important predictor of postoperative pain. Patients undergoing laparoscopic hysterectomy have preoperative anxiety. The degree of anxiety is influenced by the occupation and previous operation experience of the patients, and patients with higher preoperative anxiety have greater postoperative pain. In addition, we should not neglect the management of postoperative pain because of the small trauma of laparoscopic surgery, and dexmedetomidine combined with sufentanil can improve the postoperative analgesic effect.

scholarly journals Effects of Aerobics Versus Core Stability Exercises for the Management of Primary Dysmenorrhea

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (8) ◽  
pp. 2442-2444
Author(s):  
Nighat Nasrullah Khan ◽  
Saima Riaz ◽  
Rehan Ramzan Khan ◽  
Hira Mannan ◽  
Sobia Ghafoor ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Rating Scale ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Core Stability ◽  
Primary Dysmenorrhea ◽  
Menstrual Cycles ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Group A ◽  
Numeric Pain Rating Scale ◽  
Group B ◽  
Pain Rating Scale

Objective: To compare the effects of aerobics and core stability exercises for the management of primary dysmenorrhea. Methodology: The study design was quasi-experimental, conducted in Yahya gym, Lahore, from February 2019 to July 2019. The sampling technique employed was non-probability convenient sampling with a sample size of 42 females within 18-30 years who had primary dysmenorrhea. The subjects were assigned into two groups. Group A was treated with aerobic exercises, while Group B was treated with core stability exercises with eight weeks workout plan and the results of three menstrual cycles were recorded. Stretching maneuvers were added as a standard treatment to both groups. Data were collected after 12 weeks and recorded for three menstrual cycles. Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) was used to measure pain intensity. Data were analyzed using IBM SPSS v.25. Results: Mean age of group A vs. group B participants was 25.23 ±2.64 vs. 21.38±3.41 years respectively. Mean BMI score of group A participants was 21.38±2.14 while for group B participants mean BMI score was 21.65±1.99 Kg/m2. Conclusion: This study concludes that both aerobic exercises and core stability exercises are effective to reduce the intensity of pain in primary dysmenorrhea. However aerobic exercises showed relatively better results in term of mean difference of NPRS score across both groups. Keywords: Menstruation, Primary dysmenorrhea, Exercise, Pain.

scholarly journals Effect of ultrasound and four hourly cryotherapy application in the treatment of bicipital tendinitis- a randomised clinical trial

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 4473-4478
Author(s):  
Amrutkuvar Rayjade ◽  
Varadharajulu G ◽  
Radhika Chintamani ◽  
Trupti Yadav
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Pain Threshold ◽  
Functional Disability ◽  
Pressure Pain Threshold ◽  
Randomised Clinical Trial ◽  
Ultrasound Therapy ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

The purpose of this appraisal was to consider the effect of ultrasound and four hourly cryotherapy application in the treatment of bicipital tendinitis. In this prospective randomized clinical assessment, Thirty individuals were enrolled in the group A, and thirty specific individuals were picked into the get-together B group. In group A, Ultrasound for 7 mins – 2:8 – 1.5 w/cm2 and for group B, Sham Ultrasound for 7 mins – 2:8 – 1.5 w/cm2 with cryotherapy for 20 min 4hourly given. Pain severity, Pressure Pain Threshold and functional disability were assessed in all participants before and after two weeks of treatment. Group A had 12 males, and 15 females and Group B had nine males and 18 females. Pre and post interventional mean and standard deviation for group A was 7.37+1.21 and 7.33+1.30. Whereas pre and post interventional mean and standard deviation for group B was 7.33+1.30 and 1.70+0.60. Pre interventional analysis of data of group A and B showed no significant difference. Whereas post interventional analysis of data showed an extremely significant difference between group A and group B. Results revealed that participants with bicipital tendinitis respond more favourably to ultrasound therapy with cryotherapy for 20min four-hourly than ultrasound alone.

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