Effect of Cervical Stabilization Exercises on Proprioception and Hand Grip Strength in Sedentary Office Workers
NCT Number: NCT06494553
Status: NOT_YET_RECRUITING
Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
Phases: NA
Conditions: Cervical Pain
Interventions: OTHER: cervical stabilization exercises|DEVICE: Ultrasound therapy|OTHER: traditional treatment program|DEVICE: Infrared therapy
Sponsor: Cairo University
Sex: ALL
Age: ADULT
Enrollment: 52
Study Design: Allocation: RANDOMIZED|Intervention Model: PARALLEL|Masking: NONE|Primary Purpose: TREATMENT
Start Date: 2024-07
Completion Date: 2024-10

Summary:
The purpose of the study is to evaluate the effect of cervical stabilization exercises on pain intensity level, cervical range of motion, proprioception, and handgrip strength in sedentary office workers.

Primary Outcome Measures: handgrip strength, Handgrip strength is a crucial measure of overall muscle strength and function to assess the functionality of the hand and forearm muscles. This measure is typically obtained using a handgrip dynamometer, a device that quantifies the maximum isometric strength of the hand and forearm muscles., 2 months|cervical range of motion, Cervical Range of Motion (CROM) refers to the degree of movement in the neck and cervical spine across different planes of motion. It is an important measure of neck flexibility and function, encompassing movements such as flexion, extension, lateral flexion, and rotation. Assessing CROM is crucial in diagnosing and managing various musculoskeletal and neurological conditions affecting the neck.

This measure is typically obtained using CROM devices that play a pivotal role in accurately quantifying the range of motion in various planes, including flexion, extension, lateral flexion, and rotation., 2 months|cervical pain, Cervical pain, commonly known as neck pain, is a prevalent condition characterized by discomfort, stiffness, or aching in the cervical spine-the region of the spine that comprises the neck. This condition can arise from various causes, ranging from muscle strain to more complex structural issues, and it can significantly impact a person's quality of life, daily activities, and functional capabilities.

This measure is typically obtained using Alternate Visual Analog Scale in Hausa (VAS-H).

The VAS-H was used to measure the level of pain experienced by the patients. Patients were asked to rate their pain on a scale of 0-10, with 0 indicating no pain/no interference and 10 indicating the worst possible pain/extreme interference. The alternate VAS-H has been shown to have high validity, increased patient compliance, greater sensitivity, and reduced bias., 2 months|cervical proprioception, Cervical proprioception refers to the sensory ability of the neck muscles and joints to perceive their position and movement in space. This sensory feedback is critical for maintaining balance, coordinating head and eye movements, and performing complex motor tasks. Impaired proprioception in the cervical region can contribute to dizziness, balance disorders, and increased risk of injury.

This measure is typically obtained using CROM devices that play a pivotal role in accurately quantifying the range of motion and proprioception in various planes, including flexion, extension, lateral flexion, and rotation., 2 months