Effect of Cervical Proprioceptive Training Using Laser Pointer on Neck Pain and Cervical Joint Position Accuracy in Adults Aged 25 to 45

What this Trial Is About

This research involves men and women aged 25 to 40 years who experience non-specific neck pain. The study evaluates the effects of cervical proprioceptive training on cervical proprioception, specifically measuring joint position error using the Revel laser method. Twenty-two patients were randomly assigned to either a study group or a control group to compare different treatments for neck pain. The study group receives cervical proprioceptive training using a laser pointer. This training involves head movements including flexion, extension, and rotation while aiming a laser at a target, initially with eyes open and progressing to closed eyes and increased difficulty over time. The training occurs three times per week for one month. The control group receives standard care, including advice to stay active, avoid poor neck posture, use hot or cold packs, perform some range of motion exercises, and use local medicines prescribed by their doctor. Participants attend treatment sessions three times weekly over one month. Cervical proprioception is assessed with the Revel laser method, which measures how accurately patients can reproduce head positions. Researchers track the primary outcome of cervical joint position error after one month. The study uses double blinding and randomization to compare outcomes between the two groups, with the overall aim to understand how proprioceptive training may affect neck pain and joint position control.

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