Study Comparing Gongs and Kaltenborn Mobilization Techniques for Treating Mechanical Neck Pain

What this Trial Is About

Mechanical neck pain is a common condition characterized by pain in the neck region, often worsened by movement, and can disrupt posture, balance, and sensorimotor control. This trial aims to compare two mobilization techniques, Gongs mobilization and Kaltenborn mobilization, to see which is more effective in improving pain, range of motion, and proprioception in people with mechanical neck pain. This research may help healthcare providers improve treatment approaches for this condition. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group will receive Gongs mobilization combined with conventional therapy, including exercises and modalities like Hydrocollator pack and TENS, three times a week for four weeks. The other group will receive Kaltenborn mobilization with cervical traction and conventional therapy on the same schedule. Each mobilization session lasts five minutes, with exercises performed in sets of ten repetitions. During the study, pain levels will be measured using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale at four weeks. Secondary assessments include measuring neck range of motion with a goniometer and evaluating cervical joint position error to assess proprioception. Participants will attend regular sessions over four weeks, with researchers monitoring their progress and response to the treatments. This trial is expected to end in early 2025.

Comparison of Gongs and Kaltenborn Mobilization on Neck Pain