Mechanical neck pain (MNP) refers to aches and pains in the cervical spine and around the cervicothoracic junction that do not have a specific anatomical or physical source. Multiple non-invasive physiotherapy methods can be used for treating MNP including bowen therapy and myofascial release therapy. Main objective of the study is to evaluate effect of bowen therapy in the treatment of MNP, improving range of motion and functional limitation among bankers of faisalabad
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
DOUBLE
Enrollment
36
Bowen Therapy uses gentle rolling moves on muscles and fascia, with short pauses to stimulate healing . 3 sessions conducted weekly over a duration of 4 weeks
stroke massage lasting about 2-3 minutes will be administered. Each therapy session will be lasted for 20 minutes, with 3 sessions conducted weekly over a duration of 4 weeks
The University of Faisalabad
Faisalābad, Punjab Province, Pakistan
Numeric pain rating scale (NPRS) Goniometer
Comparison on effect of pain
Time frame: Baseline after 3 and 4 weeks of treatment
Neck disability index
Comparison on functional outcomes
Time frame: Baseline and after 2 and 4 weeks of treatment
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