Effects of Kendall Exercise Versus Gong's Mobilization in Text Neck Syndrome. A Pilot Study

Effects of Kendall Exercise Versus Gong's Mobilization on Pain, Range of Motion, Function and Strength in Text Neck Syndrome. A Pilot Study

This project was a pilot randomized trial conducted to compare the effects of Kendall exercise and Gong's mobilization on pain, range of motion, function and strength in text neck syndrome so that we can have best treatment option for patients with neck pain

Non Probability Convenient sampling was done. Patients following eligibility criteria from Fatima hospital Sargodha were considered. Sample size was calculated 12.

Participants were randomly allocated in two groups equally via convenient sampling method. Baseline assessment was done initially. Group A was given Kendall exercise and Group B was given Gong's mobilization along with conventional physiotherapy treatment (hot pack). Duration of research was almost 6 months. Participants were treated 3 times a week for 4 weeks. Pre and Post treatment readings were taken in 1st session and 4th week period respectively.

Assessment was done via Numeric pain rating scale (NPRS),Neck Disability index (NDI), Universal goniometer and Modified sphygmomanometer test. All participants were provided written informed consent prior to commencement of the procedures. They were free to quit the treatment at any stage of research. Data was analyzed by using SPSS version 23.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Young adults
• more than one year using a smartphone
• Using smart phone for more than 2 hours a day
• Craniovertebral angle(CVA)less than 53°
• Score of more than 3 on NPRS and more than 10 on NDI

Exclusion Criteria:

• Spinal infection or inflammatory disorder
• Neck surgery or trauma
• Torticollis, scoliosis
• Malignancy, pregnancy
• Diagnosed cases of disc prolapse, stenosis, herniation, spondylolisthesis and osteoporosis
• Current use of any medication or physical therapy treatment.