Comparison of Effectiveness of Alexander Technique Versus Feldenkrais Technique in Non - Specific Neck Pain Patients

N/AActive Not RecruitingNCT06366919

Superior University44 enrolled

Overview

The proposed synopsis aims to compare the effectiveness of Alexander Technique nd Feldenkrais Technique in alleviating non spicific neck pain. Both AT and FT are somatic education methods focusing on improving body awareness and movement patterns. The study will involve non - specificc neck pain paytients randomly assigned to either AT Or FT intervention groups Outcome measures will include pain intensity, posture, functional ability and quality of sleep. Data will be collected at baseline, post - interventrion and on follow up to assess the short term and long term effects. Statistical analysis will be conducted to determine differences in outcomes between the two groups. Understanding the comparitive effectiveness of AT and FT could provide valuable insights for healthcare professionals in choosing appropriate intervention for non - specific neck pain patients management.

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

DIAGNOSTIC

Masking

NONE

Enrollment

Conditions

Neck Pain

Interventions

Alexander Technique (AT)DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

The AT arm of study will involve participants receiving indivisual sessions. These sessions will typically focus on non specific neck pain management improving posture , movement coordination and body awareness through gentle hands on guidance

Feldenkrais Technique (FT)DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

The FT arm of study will involve participants recieving individual sessions. These sessions will typically focus on pain improvement, maintaining alignment, reducing muscle tension and promoting ease of movement.

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 20 YearsMax age: 25 YearsHealthy volunteers:

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Inclusion Criteria: * Both male and female patients * Patients who have compromised activity of daily living due to neck pain * Patients with non - specific neck pain * Patients aging from 20 to 25 years Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with diagnose dneck pathologysuch as cervical disc herniation and spondylosis etc. * Patients who are unable to participate in any physical activity * Patients with recent neck injury or trauma * Patients with cognitive impairment

Locations (1)

Chaudary Muhammad Akram Teaching Hospital, Azra Naheed Medical College, Superior University

Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Northwick Park Neck Pain Questionnaire

The Northwick Park Neck Pain Questionnaire (NPQ) measures the neck pain and the consequent patient disabilities.

Time frame: 4 Months

REEDCO Posture Assessment and Sleep Quality Scale

a standard posture assessment and graded in the coronal and sagittal views in head-to-foot sequences

Time frame: 4 Months

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