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Mechanical neck pain is a common problem characterized by pain in the neck area, often worsened by movement. This condition can impair cervical proprioception, which affects posture control and balance due to disrupted sensorimotor control. Researchers are evaluating the effects of two mobilization techniques, Gongs mobilization and Kaltenborn mobilization, on pain, range of motion, and proprioception in people with mechanical neck pain. This randomized controlled trial aims to determine which method is more effective in improving these symptoms. The study includes two groups of participants receiving treatment three times per week for four weeks. One group will receive Gongs mobilization along with conventional physical therapy, involving five minutes of mobilization and exercises consisting of three sets of ten repetitions. The second group will receive Kaltenborn mobilization along with traction and conventional therapy, following the same schedule and exercise routine. Participants will be assessed using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale after four weeks to measure pain levels. Throughout the study, pain, range of motion, and proprioception will be monitored to evaluate treatment effects. The trial involves adults aged 18 to 65 years with mechanical neck pain, and the total treatment duration is four weeks, with regular evaluations during this period.

Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction (SIJD) is a common cause of low back pain affecting 15-30% of patients, caused by abnormal joint mechanics, instability, or limited motion. It often leads to ongoing pain that spreads to the buttocks or thigh, with women being more vulnerable due to increased joint movement, hormonal changes, and stresses during pregnancy. This research evaluates how combining kinesiotaping with core stability exercises affects pain, disability, and fear-avoidance beliefs in women with SIJD. Participants will receive either a combined treatment of kinesiotaping and core stability exercises or core stability exercises alone. The kinesiotaping involves applying I-shaped bands over the sacroiliac joints with specific tension weekly for 6 weeks. Core stability exercises include bridging, wall squats, knee-to-chest movements, prone arm and opposite leg raises, and back extensions, all with progressive repetitions and holds during the same 6-week period. During the study, participants will be assessed at 6 weeks using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale, Modified Oswestry Disability Index, and Fear-Avoidance Beliefs Questionnaire to measure pain, functional disability, and fear of movement. The trial is focused on female patients aged 20 to 50 years with chronic bilateral SIJ pain, and progress will be monitored through these standardized tools to evaluate the combined treatment effects.