Virtual Reality and Cervical Mobilization

Comparison of the Effects of Virtual Reality and Cervical Mobilization in Individuals With Chronic Neck Pain

The aim of this study is to compare the effects of virtual reality and cervical mobilization on proprioception, balance parameters, pain, disability level, quality of life and overall felt effect in individuals with chronic neck pain. In addition, it is aimed to qualitatively evaluate the virtual reality perspectives of individuals with chronic neck pain.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Neck pain persisting for at least 3 months
• Being between the ages of 18-65,
• Being sedentary (not included in any physical therapy program in the last 6 months), ->10 points from the Neck Disability Index

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of previous spinal surgery
• Neurological, cardiopulmonary, musculoskeletal disease affecting physical performance
• Any pathology in the shoulder joint
• Spinal trauma history
• Pregnancy