The Effects of Two Different Home-exercise Programmes on Women Suffering Long Term Neck/Shoulder Muscle Pain

The Effects (Pain, Function, Biochemistry and Psychological Factors) of Two Different Home-exercise Programmes on Women Suffering Long Term Nack/Shoulder Muscle Pain

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of specific neck/shoulder muscle exercises on pain, function, biochemistry and psychological factors in women suffering chronic neck/shoulder pain.

Inclusion Criteria:

• female
• 20-60
• long term neck/shoulder muscle pain
• willing to exercise

Exclusion Criteria:

• widespread pain
• pregnancy
• major trauma in medical history
• tendonitis in upper extremities
• neurological causes of the pain
• inflammatory and hormonal disorders