Scapular Stabilization vs Functional Exercises on Chronic Neck Pain

Comparative Effects of Scapular Stabilization Versus Scapular Functional Exercises on Chronic Neck Pain.

This project is a Randomized clinical trial, will be conducted to check the comparative effects of scapular stabilization versus scapular functional exercises in patients with chronic neck pain. Study duration will be of 8 months, convenient sampling will be done, subject following eligibility criteria from Amina Physical therapy and rehab Centre Lahore, will be randomly allocated in two groups, baseline assessment will be done, Group A participants will be given baseline treatment along with scapular stabilization exercises, Group B participants will be given baseline treatment along with scapular functional exercises. Assessment will be done in 4th week and 8th week via, Visual analogue scale for neck pain, Function of neck will be assessed by Neck disability index and inclinometer measurements of cervical ranges,3 sessions per week will be given, data will be analyzed by using SPSS version 21.

In recent years musculoskeletal related problems are the leading cause of discomfort in people worldwide. Chronic neck pain is among the most commonly reported problems to physicians. Even before reporting to clinics there is long history of using over the counter pain killers. For the duration of rehabilitation in patients who are suffering from chronic neck pain, exercising has been considered one of the maximum proof-based modalities. Rehabilitation exercises that aim to return functionality of the scapular muscles are deemed necessary to render a successful result on chronic neck pain. In previous researches no one explains the specific treatment protocol in scapular exercises. The current study has compared the effects of scapular stabilization exercises and scapular functional exercises protocol and also compare which is more effective for chronic neck pain.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients of both genders.(18-35 years of age)
• Patients having chronic neck pain(>3 months duration)
• Patient with restricted ROM of cervical.
• VAS≥4(16)
• NDI ≥10

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of Head, Neck, cervical spine and shoulder injury.
• History of cervical radiculopathy
• History of malignancy, scoliosis, torticollis
• Diagnosed cases of disc prolapse, stenosis, herniation, spondylolisthesis, osteoporosis, and those with current use of any medication or physical therapy treatment were excluded.