Effects of Thrust Versus Non-Thrust Thoracic Manipulation on Mechanical Neck Pain.

Effects of Thrust Versus Non-Thrust Thoracic Manipulation on Mechanical Neck Pain.

Neck pain ranks as the 4th leading cause of disability, with high prevalence of mechanical neck pain in young population. As high as 30% of %. Individuals suffering from neck often report difficulty in performance of daily life, absence from work and decreased productivity. Several manual therapy treatment approaches are used for mechanical neck pain. The focus of this study is to compare the effectiveness of thrust and non-thrust thoracic manipulation for the treatment of mechanical neck pain in young population

craniovertebral angle, cervical range of motion and pain will be noted for each participant.

Inclusion Criteria

• Both genders
• Age: 18-24 years
• Symptoms <30 days
• FABQPA score <12
• Increased upper thoracic spine kyphosis (visual estimate)
• CVA < 48 Degrees

Exclusion Criteria

• Symptoms distal to shoulder
• Aggravation of symptoms with looking up
• Radiating lower back pain
• Neurological deficit
• Previous surgery
• Spondylolisthesis
• Spinal stenosis
• Inflammatory disease
• Vertebrobasilar artery insufficiency
• Pregnancy