The Effects of Oculomotor Training on Pain, Cervical Range of Motion, Joint Position Sense, Endurance, and Balance in Individuals With Mechanical Neck Pain

Zonguldak Bulent Ecevit University40 enrolled

Overview

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of oculomotor training on pain, cervical range of motion, joint position sense, endurance and balance in individuals with mechanical neck pain.

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

SUPPORTIVE_CARE

Masking

SINGLE

Enrollment

Conditions

Mechanical Neck Pain

Interventions

Oculomotor ExercisesOTHER

Oculomotor exercises are designed to improve eye movement control, coordination, and visual tracking.

Posture ExercisesOTHER

Postural exercises help strengthen core muscles, improve alignment, and enhance stability. They are essential for maintaining proper posture, preventing pain, and reducing the risk of musculoskeletal imbalances.

Neck Stretching and Strengthing ExercisesOTHER

Neck stretching and strengthening exercises help improve flexibility, reduce stiffness, and enhance muscle support for the cervical spine. They are beneficial for relieving neck pain, improving posture, and preventing injuries.

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 18 YearsMax age: 50 Years

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with mechanical neck pain * Neck pain lasting longer than 3 weeks * Individuals aged 18-50 years * Score of 5 or higher on the Neck Disability Index Exclusion Criteria: * Having received physical therapy in the last 6 months * Presence of congenital anomaly on cervical radiography * Neurological deficit detected in physical examination * Diagnosis of vertebrobasilar artery insufficiency * Diagnosis of vestibular disease * Presence of a rheumatic disease * Presence of structural scoliosis * History of spinal surgery * Pregnancy * Malignancy * Eye disease/strabismus other than refractive errors * Active use of anti-inflammatory medication * Any mental condition that may prevent adherence to exercises

Locations (1)

Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University

Zonguldak, Zonguldak Province, Turkey (Türkiye)