A Comparative Study Between Effect of Proprioceptive Vs Conventional Training in Reducing Pain & Increasing Range of Motion in Chronic Neck Pain Patients

Abstract

Introduction: Chronic neck is a prevalent musculoskeletal condition affecting individuals worldwide, often leading to decreased range of motion and diminished quality of life. It is characterized by persistent discomfort and functional limitations in the cervical region. The increasing prevalence of chronic neck pain is attributed to various factors, including sedentary lifestyles, poor ergonomics, and psychological stressors. This study presents a comparative investigation into the effects of proprioceptive training vs conventional training on increasing range of motion and reducing pain in patients with chronic neck pain.

Objectives: To improve range of motion and reduce pain in patients with chronic neck pain.

To assess the effectiveness of proprioceptive training and conventional training.

Methods: ll the participants were explained about the purpose of study. The subjects were screened for inclusion and exclusion criteria and then the baseline measurement was taken. An informed consent was taken from patients who were willing to participate in the study. Eligible subjects were randomly allocated into two groups. Group A participants receiving conventional training. Group B participants receiving proprioceptive training along with conventional training. Both groups had received exercises program for chronic neck pain. The study was of 6 weeks, 5 days per week at department of physiotherapy in SMIH. Examination include assessment which was performed on first and the last day of treatment & data was recorded in group A pre scoring was via VAS, NDI, cervical goniometer and after the scoring the patient undergone treatment with conventional and proprioceptive training.

Results: The data were analysed using the statistical software SPSS version 15. To analyse the difference of NDI, ACROM and VAS of Group A (Conventional therapy) and Group B (Proprioceptive training), the paired t- test was applied. The p values <0.0001 in Group A and Group B showing extremely significant.

Conclusions: Conventional therapy and proprioceptive training both shows improvement in range of motion and pain in chronic neck pain patients. But proprioceptive training shows more improvement in range of motion and pain in chronic neck pain after 6 weeks of therapy.