Mapping of Neck Disability Index domains linked to the international classification of functioning and disability / Mapeamento dos domínios do neck disability index vinculados à classificação internacional de funcionalidade e incapacidade

Objective: This study aims to link NDI items to CIF using specific and up-to-date linking rules. Methods: It is a measurement properties analysis study in which two evaluators performed the link between NDI and CIF, both with experience in CIF taxonomy and NDI application. Thus, ten binding rules developed and updated specifically for binding the ICF to other instruments were applied. Results: The Kappa coefficient determined the level of agreement between the evaluators with a confidence interval of 95%. All NDI items were linked to ICF codes; there was no need to use the term "non-definable." The degree of agreement between the evaluators about the domains and the categories of the ICF's first, second, and third levels was almost perfect. Conclusion: Therefore, the NDI is well linked to the codes related to the ICF domains' Activity, Participation, Functions, and Structure. However, no concepts related to contextual factors were identified.

Objetivo: Este estudo visa vincular itens da NDI ao CIF usando regras de vinculação específicas e atualizadas. Métodos: É um estudo de análise de propriedades de medição no qual dois avaliadores realizaram a ligação entre NDI e CIF, ambos com experiência em taxonomia CIF e aplicação de NDI. Assim, foram aplicadas dez regras de vinculação desenvolvidas e atualizadas especificamente para vincular a ICF a outros instrumentos. Resultados: O coeficiente Kappa determinou o nível de concordância entre os avaliadores com um intervalo de confiança de 95%. Todos os itens do NDI estavam vinculados a códigos ICF; não havia necessidade de utilizar o termo "não definível". O grau de concordância entre os avaliadores em relação aos domínios e às categorias do primeiro, segundo e terceiro níveis da ICF foi caracterizado como quase perfeito. Conclusão: Portanto, o NDI está bem ligado aos códigos relacionados à Atividade, Participação, Funções e Estrutura dos domínios da ICF. Entretanto, não foram identificados conceitos relacionados a fatores contextuais.

Comparison of the clinical effectiveness of Class IV Laser therapy and therapeutic ultrasound in patients with chronic neck pain: a randomized controlled trial / Comparação da eficácia clínica da terapia a laser Classe IV e do ultrassom terapêutico em pacientes com dor cervical crônica: um estudo controlado e randomizado

INTRODUCTION: Chronic neck pain (CNP) is a common musculoskeletal problem that affects a large proportion of the population and lasts longer than three months. It has a high cost in terms of life, disability, and healthcare. Several modalities have effectively provided immediate and long-term relief for CNP; however, the comparative clinical effectiveness of these modalities is limited. OBJECTIVES: The study aimed to determine the clinical effectiveness of Class IV Laser therapy and Therapeutic Ultrasound (TUS) in patients with CNP. METHODS AND MATERIALS: Forty-four patients with CNP of both genders were recruited from an age range of 20­45 years from the Department of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy of Maharishi Markandeshwar Institute of Physiotherapy, MM(DU), Ambala, India. They were divided into two groups at random: the LASER group A (n = 22) and the TUS group B (n = 22). The intervention duration was 2 weeks with 6 treatment sessions. Pre- and post-treatment outcome measures were assessed with the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), Algometer, Goniometer, and Neck Disability Index (NDI) questionnaires at baseline and after 2 weeks of intervention. The LASER group received a target dose of 10 joules per cm2 at a power of 10 watts, with a continuous dosage frequency. The TUS group underwent a continuous mode ultrasound (3 MHz, 1 W/cm2) for 6 minutes. The Shapiro-Wilk test was used to assess the normality of the data. For parametric and non-parametric data analysis within the group, the paired t-test and Wilcoxon signed rank were used. The independente t-test and Mann-U Whitney test were used for the group comparison of parametric and non-parametric data, respectively. RESULTS: In both groups, there was a significant improvement in all the outcome measures (p<0.001). There was a statistically significant difference between the two interventions in VAS, Pain Pressure Threshold (PPT), and NDI (p<0.05). CONCLUSION: Class IV Laser therapy is clinically more effective than therapeutic ultrasound in treating patients with chronic neck pain.

INTRODUÇÃO: A dor cervical crônica (DCC) é um problema musculoesquelético comum que afeta uma grande proporção da população e dura mais de três meses. Ela tem um alto custo em termos de vida, incapacidade e assistência médica. Várias modalidades têm proporcionado alívio imediato e de longo prazo para a dor cervical crônica; entretanto, a eficácia clínica comparativa dessas modalidades é limitada. OBJETIVOS: O objetivo do estudo foi determinar a eficácia clínica da terapia a laser de classe IV e do ultrassom terapêutico (UST) em pacientes com DCC. MÉTODOS E MATERIAIS: Quarenta e quatro pacientes com DCC de ambos os sexos, em uma faixa etária de 20 a 45 anos, foram recrutados do Departamento de fisioterapia musculoesquelética do Instituto de Fisioterapia Maharishi Markandeshwar, MM (DU), Ambala, Índia. Eles foram divididos em dois grupos de forma aleatória: o grupo LASER A (n = 22) e o grupo UST B (n = 22). A duração da intervenção foi de 2 semanas com 6 sessões de tratamento. As medidas de resultado pré e pós-tratamento foram avaliadas com os questionários Escala Visual Analógica (EVA), Algometer, Goniometer e Índice de Incapacidade do Pescoço (IIP) na linha de base e após 2 semanas de intervenção. O grupo LASER recebeu dose alvo de 10 joules por cm2 na potência de 10 watts, com frequência de dosagem contínua. O grupo UST foi submetido a ultrassom em modo contínuo (3 MHz, 1 W/cm2) por 6 minutos. O teste de Shapiro-Wilk foi utilizado para avaliar a normalidade dos dados. Para análise dos dados paramétricos e não paramétricos dentro do grupo, foram utilizados o teste t pareado e o posto sinalizado de Wilcoxon. O teste t independente e o teste Mann-U Whitney foram utilizados para comparação de grupos para dados paramétricos e não paramétricos, respectivamente. RESULTADOS: Em ambos os grupos, houve uma melhora significativa em todas as medidas de resultado (p<0,001). Houve uma diferença estatisticamente significativa entre as duas intervenções na EVA, Limiar de pressão de dor (PPT) e IIP (p<0,05). CONCLUSÕES: A terapia a laser de classe IV é clinicamente mais eficaz do que o ultrassom terapêutico no tratamento de pacientes com dor cervical crônica.

Status and correlation of neck-shoulder pain, low back pain and mental sub health among adolescents / 中国学校卫生

Objective@#To explore the association among neck-shoulder pain (NSP), low back pain (LBP) and co occurring symptoms with mental sub health in adolescents, so as to provide evidence for improving physical and mental health of adolescents.@*Methods@#Stratified cluster random sampling method was used to select 7 986 students from 12 middle and high schools in Shenzhen, Nanchang, and Shenyang cities from October to December 2019. The Assessment of Spinal Health of Youth (ASHY) and the Brief Instrument on Psychological Health of Youth (BIOPHY) were used to assess NSP, LBP and mental sub health. Binary Logistic regression model was used to analyze the association between NSP, LBP and co occurring symptoms with mental sub health in adolescents.@*Results@#The detection rates of adolescents with NSP, LBP and co occurring symptoms and mental sub health were 9.1% , 9.8%, 9.5%, and 10.0%, respectively. The co occurring rate of neck shoulder pain, low back pain and mental sub health was 3.2%. After adjusting for confounding variables such as gender, age, being an only child, family residence, and parental education level, NSP ( OR=6.01, 95%CI =5.02-7.19), LBP ( OR=5.08, 95%CI =4.25-6.07), and co occurring symptoms ( OR= 5.96 , 95%CI =4.98-7.12) in adolescents were positively correlated with mental sub health risk ( P <0.01). Stratifying the gender, boys with NSP, LBP and co occurring symptoms ( OR =6.84, 5.80, 6.74)had a higher risk of mental sub health compared to girls ( OR =5.52, 4.65, 5.49) ( P <0.01).@*Conclusions@#NSP, LBP and co occurring symptoms in adolescents are associated with mental sub health. The mental health status of boys is more affected by NSP, LBP and their co occurring symptoms. Measures should be taken to improve spinal health in adolescents to reduce the incidence of mental sub health.

Prevalence and Factors Associated with Shoulder Complex Function (SCF) Among the Elderly in Private Physiotherapy Clinic in Klang Valley, Malaysia

@#Introduction: Shoulder problems have been a challenge among the aging population. Although reports surfaced on factors affecting shoulder dysfunction, however, such studies in relation to other factors like neck pain (NP) factor are limited especially among the elderly in the urban population. This study investigated the prevalence and factors associated with shoulder complex dysfunction among the outpatient elderly attending private physiotherapy clinics. Methods: A total of 75 elderly aged ≥ 60 years old from four private physiotherapy clinics were recruited by simple random sampling method. The elderly were evaluated using the QuickDASH questionnaire to assess shoulder complex dysfunctions and NP scale. Results: A total of 92% of participants have shoulder complex dysfunction. A positive correlation of NP to shoulder complex dysfunction ( r (75) = 0.83, p<.001) with significant associations of sex ( z= -2.549, p=0.011), smoking ( z= -2.388, p=0.017), lifestyle ( z= -5.780, p=0.000), hypertension ( z= -2.808, p=0.005), osteoarthritis ( z= -2.966, p=0.003), and NP scale ( z= -2.173, p=0.031). The predicting factor of shoulder complex dysfunction is sex (β = 0.156, t (74) = 2.240, p= 0.028) and NP scale (β = 0.704, t (74) = 7.853, p= 0.000). Conclusion: There is a high prevalence of shoulder complex dysfunction among the outpatient elderly attending private physiotherapy clinics with a predicting associating factor of sex and NP.

Effect of suspension combined with acupuncture on chronic non-specific neck pain / 中国康复理论与实践

ObjectiveTo explore the effect of suspension combined with acupuncture on chronic non-specific neck pain (CNNP). MethodsA total of 81 patients with unilateral CNNP from the rehabilitation outpatient clinic of Wangjing Hospital from March, 2022 to March, 2023 were divided into suspension group (n = 27), acupuncture group ((n = 27) and combined group (n = 27) randomely. The suspension group underwent conventional suspension, the acupuncture group received conventional acupuncture treatment, and the combined group underwent suspension and acupuncture, for six weeks. The Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), Neck Disability Index (NDI), and cross-sectional area (CSA) of longus colli and multifidus in the neck using ultrasound imaging were compared before and after treatment. ResultsAfter treatment, the VAS and NDI score, and CSA of longus colli and multifidus improved in three groups (|t| > 4.473, P < 0.001), and the combined group was better than the other two groups (P < 0.05). ConclusionSuspension and acupuncture can relief the pain, improve function, and increase CSA of longus colli and multifidus in patients with unilateral CNNP, while the combination of the two methods is better.

Multimodal analgesia versus patient-controlled analgesia in the management of acute postoperative spinal pain: systematic review and meta-analysis / Analgesia multimodal versus analgesia controlada pelo paciente no tratamento da dor aguda pós-operatória da coluna: revisão sistemática e meta-análise

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Spine diseases have a high annual prevalence and are the main causes of years lived with disability and chronic pain. Among the postoperative analgesic control options, patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) and multimodal analgesia (MMA) have shown good clinical results. This meta-analysis seeks new evidence to help in the treatment of acute postoperative pain in patients undergoing spinal surgery. CONTENTS: The following databases were used: Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Medline and Embase. Studies that compared two post-surgical analgesic interventions were included; MMA and PCA. The parameters evaluated were: analgesic effect; opioid consumption; length of hospital stay; and adverse effects. Registration of the systematic review protocol: (PROSPERO CRD42023446627). There was no statistical difference when assessing analgesic improvement comparing MMA to PCA (MD -0.12 [-0.41, 0.17] 95%CI with p=0.69). There was a statistical difference, with lower opioid consumption in MMA compared to PCA (MD -3.04 [-3.69, -2.39] 95%CI with p=0.0002). Statistically significant difference regarding length of hospital stay in favor of MMA (MD -13.17 [-16.98, -9.36] 95%CI with p=0.00001), and significantly lower incidence of nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing MMA in compared to PCA (OR 0.26 [0.11, -0.64] 95%CI with p=0.003). CONCLUSION: MMA was equivalent to PCA in the treatment of acute postoperative spinal pain, with the significant clinical advantage and safety of lower amounts of infused opioids, shorter hospital stay and lower incidence of adverse effects.

RESUMO JUSTIFICATIVA E OBJETIVOS: As doenças da coluna apresentam alta prevalência anual e são as principais causas de anos vividos com incapacidade e de cronificação da dor. Dentre as opções de controle analgésico pós-operatória, a analgesia controlada pelo paciente (ACP) e a analgesia multimodal (AMM) apresentam bons resultados clínicos. O objetivo deste estudo foi buscar novas evidências que auxiliem no tratamento da dor aguda no pós-operatório do paciente submetido à cirurgia da coluna. CONTEÚDO: As bases de dados utilizadas: Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Medline e Embase. Foram incluídos estudos que compararam duas intervenções analgésicas pós-cirúrgicas; AMM e ACP. Os parâmetros avaliados foram: efeito analgésico; consumo de opioide; tempo de internação hospitalar e efeitos adversos. Registro do protocolo de revisão sistemática: (PROSPERO CRD42023446627). Não houve diferença estatística quando avaliadas a melhora analgésica comparando a AMM à ACP (MD -0,12 [-0,41, 0,17] 95%CI com p=0,69). Houve diferença estatística, com menor consumo de opioide na AMM em comparação à ACP (MD -3,04 [-3,69, -2,39] 95%IC com p=0,0002). Diferença estatística significativa com relação ao tempo de permanência hospitalar a favor da AMM (MD -13,17 [-16,98, -9,36] 95%IC com p=0,00001), e incidência significativamente menor de náuseas e vômitos nos pacientes submetidos a AMM em comparação a ACP (OR 0,26 [0,11, -0,64] 95%IC com p=0,003). CONCLUSÃO: A AMM foi equivalente à ACP no tratamento da dor aguda pós-operatória da coluna, com a significativa vantagem clínica e a segurança de menores quantidades de opioides infundidos, menor tempo de internação hospitalar e menor incidência de efeitos adversos.

Central sensitization in adults with chronic neck pain: cross-cross study exploring differences by gender / Sensibilização central em adultos com dor cervical crônica: estudo transversal explorando as diferenças por sexo

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The presence of central sensitization (CS) in people with chronic neck pain requires clarification, as does the possible disparities between genders. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the presence of CS in chronic neck pain according to gender. METHODS: Cross-sectional study with the participation of 260 adults (18-59 years old) with chronic neck pain, carried out between September 2022 and September 2023. Instruments were applied to collect sociodemographic profile, pain characteristics, cervical functional disability and presence of SC. The software SPSS 23.0 was used for comparative analyzes. RESULTS: Regarding disparities between genders, there were no differences in the intensity of pain and cervical functional disability (p=0.134 and p=0.277, respectively). However, SC was higher in women (43.5 ± 14.0; p=0.003). In females, CS was related to "pain interference" in the aspects of walking (r=0.311; p=0.001), relationships with people (r=0.309; p=0.001), appreciation of life (r=0.321; p= 0.001) and with cervical functional disability (r=0.570; p=0.001). In males, CS was related to "pain interference" in aspects such as general activity (r=0.311; p=0.008), mood (r=0.376; p=0.001), walking (r=0.313; p= 0.007), relationships with people (r=0.477; p=0.001), sleep (r=0.321; p=0.006), appreciation of life (r=0.427 p=0.001) and functional disability (r=0.667; p<0.001). CONCLUSION: Women with chronic neck pain showed a greater presence of CS, while CS in men was related to a variety of aspects that negatively affect life. Given this, differences between genders could be considered in the management of patients with chronic neck pain.

RESUMO JUSTIFICATIVA E OBJETIVOS: A presença de sensibilização central (SC) em pessoas com dor cervical crônica carece de esclarecimentos, bem como as possíveis disparidades entre os sexos. Portanto, objetivou-se avaliar a presença de SC na dor cervical crônica de acordo com o sexo. MÉTODOS: Estudo transversal com a participação de 260 adultos (18-59 anos) com dor cervical crônica, realizado entre setembro de 2022 e setembro de 2023. Foram aplicados instrumentos para coletar perfil sociodemográfico, características da dor, incapacidade funcional da cervical e presença de SC. Para análises comparativas foi utilizado o SPSS 23.0. RESULTADOS: Nas disparidades entre os sexos, não houve diferenças na intensidade da dor e incapacidade funcional cervical (p=0,134 e p=0,277, respectivamente). No entanto, a SC foi mais elevada nas mulheres (43,5 ± 14,0; p=0,003). No sexo feminino, a SC apresentou relação com a "interferência da dor" nos aspectos: caminhar (r=0,311; p=0,001), relacionamento interpessoal (r=0,309; p=0,001), apreciação da vida (r=0,321; p=0,001) e com incapacidade funcional da cervical (r=0,570; p=0,001). Já no sexo masculino, a SC teve relação com a "interferência da dor" em aspectos como atividade geral (r=0,311; p=0,008), humor (r=0,376; p=0,001), caminhar (r=0,313; p=0,007), relacionamento interpessoal (r=0,477; p=0,001), sono (r=0,321; p=0,006), apreciação da vida (r=0,427 p=0,001) e incapacidade funcional (r=0,667; p<0,001). CONCLUSÃO: Mulheres com dor cervical crônica mostraram maior presença da SC, enquanto nos homens a SC esteve relacionada a uma variedade de aspectos que afetam negativamente a vida. Diante disso, as diferenças entre os sexos poderiam ser consideradas no gerenciamento de pacientes com dor cervical crônica.

Prevalence of cervical pain in adults in the city of aracaju, sergipe, brazil / Prevalência de dor cervical em adultos da cidade de aracaju, sergipe, brasil / Prevalencia de dolor cervical en adultos de la ciudad de aracaju, sergipe, brasil

ABSTRACT: Objective: To estimate the current and last 12-month prevalence of cervical pain (CP) in adults in Aracaju, Sergipe, Brazil. Method: Cross-sectional study with 242 adults aged between 18 and 59 living in urban areas. Sociodemographic data, one-time and 12-month CD prevalence, pain intensity assessed using the Numerical Pain Scale, and functional limitation using the Neck Disability Index were evaluated. Results: The prevalence of punctual CD at the interview was 27.7%, while 66.1% had felt pain in the last 12 months. Of the people who felt punctual CP at the time of the interview, the mean pain intensity was 6±4.76, and 82% had a functional disability (mild, moderate, or severe). Conclusion: The prevalence of punctual CD in the last 12 months was high among adults, pain intensity was moderate, and functional disability was mild. Our results demonstrate that the prevalence of cervical pain in adults is high and can influence several aspects of a person's life. Level of Evidence IV; Observational, Randomized and Cross-Sectional Study.

RESUMO: Objetivo: Estimar a prevalência da dor cervical (DC) atual e nos últimos 12 meses em adultos, na cidade de Aracaju, Sergipe, Brasil. Método: Estudo transversal com 242 adultos entre 18 e 59 anos residentes na área urbana. Foram avaliados os dados sociodemográficos, prevalência da DC pontual e em 12 meses, intensidade da dor avaliada por meio da Escala Numérica da Dor e a limitação funcional pelo Neck Disability Index. Resultados: A prevalência de DC pontual no momento da entrevista foi de 27,7%, enquanto 66,1% sentiram dor nos últimos 12 meses. Das pessoas que sentiam DC pontual no momento da entrevista, a média de intensidade da dor foi 6±4,76 e 82% apresentavam incapacidade funcional (leve, moderada ou forte). Conclusão: A prevalência de DC pontual e nos últimos 12 meses foi alta entre os adultos, a intensidade de dor foi moderada e incapacidade funcional leve. Nossos resultados demonstram que a prevalência de dor cervical em adultos é alta e pode influenciar diversos aspectos na vida da pessoa. Nível de Evidência IV; Estudo Observacional, Aleatório e Transversal. A prevalência de DC pontual e nos últimos 12 meses foi alta entre os adultos, a intensidade de dor foi moderada e incapacidade funcional leve. Nossos resultados demonstram que a prevalência de dor cervical em adultos é alta e pode influenciar diversos aspectos na vida da pessoa. Nível de Evidência IV; Estudo Observacional, Aleatório e Transversal.

RESUMEN: Objetivo: Estimar la prevalencia del dolor cervical (DC) actual y en los últimos 12 meses en adultos, en la ciudad de Aracaju, Sergipe, Brasil. Método: Estudio transversal con 242 adultos entre 18 y 59 años residentes en zona urbana. Se evaluaron datos sociodemográficos, prevalencia puntual y de 12 meses de DC, intensidad del dolor evaluada mediante la Escala Numérica de Dolor y limitación funcional mediante el "Neck Disability Index". Resultados: La prevalencia de DC puntual al momento de la entrevista fue del 27,7%, mientras que el 66,1% había sentido dolor en los últimos 12 meses. De las personas que sintieron parálisis cerebral ocasional en el momento de la entrevista, la intensidad media del dolor fue de 6±4,76 y el 82% tenía discapacidad funcional (leve, moderada o grave). Conclusión: La prevalencia de DC específica y en los últimos 12 meses fue alta entre los adultos, la intensidad del dolor fue moderada y la discapacidad funcional fue leve. Nuestros resultados demuestran que la prevalencia del dolor cervical en adultos es alta y puede influir en varios aspectos de la vida de una persona. Nivel de Evidencia IV; Estudio Observacional, Aleatorizado y Transversal.

Interpretation of key points of International Framework for Examination of the Cervical Region for potential of vascular pathologies of the neck prior to Orthopaedic Manual Therapy(OMT)Intervention:International IFOMPT Cervical Framework / 中国组织工程研究

BACKGROUND:The evaluation and management of cervical vascular pathologies before orthopedic manual therapy have great significance for reducing risks,ensuring patients'interests and promoting optimal clinical decision-making.However,the research and exploration of this field in China are still in its infancy.In 2020,the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists(IFOMPT)released the International Framework for Examination of the Cervical Region for potential of vascular pathologies of the neck prior to Orthopaedic Manual Therapy(OMT)Intervention:International IFOMPT Cervical Framework(2020).This framework has important references and guiding values for the clinical practice of cervical manipulation in China. OBJECTIVE:To integrate and interpret the core content of the framework,to provide a reference for the clinical practice of cervical manual therapy in China. METHODS:On the basis of a full study of the framework,the authors interpret the core content of the framework from eight aspects including clinical reasoning,patient history,planning the physical examination,physical examination,risk and benefit.Meanwhile,seven databases including PubMed,EMbase,Cochrane Library,CNKI,WanFang,VIP and China Biomedical Literature Service System databases were searched by computer to screen clinical practice guidelines and expert consensus on neck pain.Through longitudinal comparison of multiple high-quality guidelines and consensus,the authors combine with the clinical practice in China to carry out discussion and analysis. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:This framework expounds the management strategy and implementation path of cervical vascular disease evaluation before cervical manipulation from multiple dimensions,suggesting that we should improve clinicians'attention to cervical vascular disease evaluation before manipulation,and construct evaluation criteria and implementation path with Chinese clinical characteristics.Meanwhile,we should further carry out basic scientific research with multidisciplinary techniques and promote shared decision-making and teaching model innovation to achieve the best clinical decision.

Effect of photon cervical vertebra massage instrument on improving neck pain and related functions in patients with chronic neck pain / 中国组织工程研究

BACKGROUND:Red light therapy has the non-invasive and cost-effective characteristics,and is widely used in various acute and chronic pains in clinic.However,currently,the phototherapy equipment used in clinic is expensive and has certain site limitations,so it is necessary to explore more convenient and economical phototherapy applications. OBJECTIVE:To observe the clinical efficacy of a self-developed photon cervical vertebra massage instrument for chronic neck pain. METHODS:From November 2022 to February 2023,24 patients with chronic neck pain were recruited from the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine,Ninth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine,including 18 females and 6 males,with a mean age of(29.67±6.40)years.The body mass index was(21.39±3.52)kg/m2.Photon cervical vertebra massage instrument was used twice a day for 20 minutes each time for four weeks.The changes in visual analog scale score,pressure pain threshold,neck active activity,neck disability index,and Pittsburgh sleep quality index were observed before,after 2 and 4 weeks of treatment. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:(1)Compared with before treatment,after four weeks of treatment,visual analog scale score,pressure pain threshold,neck disability index,and Pittsburgh sleep quality index were all improved(P<0.05),while some cervical motion(extension,left and right rotation)improved(P<0.05)after 4 weeks of treatment.(2)Bilateral visual analog scale scores,left trapezius muscle pressure pain threshold,C5C6 pressure pain threshold,and neck disability index improved after 2 weeks of treatment(P<0.05).(3)It is indicated that the application of photon cervical vertebra massage instrument can improve the pain score,muscle tenderness,sleep quality,functional level,and partial active activity of patients with chronic neck pain in a short period,and is a convenient,effective,and safe treatment method.

Autocuidado digital en el manejo de los trastornos musculoesqueléticos de columna: revisión sistemática y metanálisis / Digital self-care in the management of spine musculoskeletal disorders: A systematic review and meta-analysis / Autocuidado digital no manejo de distúrbios musculoesqueléticos de coluna: revisão sistemática e metanálise

Objetivo: analizar la efectividad del autocuidado digital en el manejo del dolor y la discapacidad funcional en personas con trastornos musculoesqueléticos espinales. Método: revisión sistemática de la literatura, desarrollada con la checklist PRISMA, de ensayos clínicos aleatorizados sobre personas con trastornos musculoesqueléticos de columna e intervenciones digitales a las que se accede por computadora, smartphones u otro dispositivo portátil. Bases de datos consultadas: National Library of Medicine, Excerpta Médica dataBASE, SciVerse Scopus, Literatura Latinoamericana y del Caribe en Ciencias de la Salud, Science Citation Indexes, Cummulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature y Physiotherapy Evidence Database. Síntesis de resultados descriptiva y por metanálisis (modelo de efectos fijos) realizada con el software Review Manager. Calidad metodológica evaluada mediante la escala Physiotherapy Evidence Database. Resultados: se seleccionaron 25 ensayos (5142 participantes) que mostraron mejoras estadísticamente significativas (p<0,05) del 54% (12/22) en los niveles de dolor y del 47% (10/21) en la discapacidad funcional en el grupo intervención. Los metanálisis mostraron efectos moderados sobre la intensidad del dolor y efectos pequeños sobre la discapacidad funcional. Predominaron los estudios de calidad media. Conclusión: las intervenciones de atención digital demostraron resultados beneficiosos para la intensidad del dolor y la discapacidad funcional, principalmente para el dolor lumbar crónico. Se ha demostrado que la atención digital es promisoria para favorecer el automanejo de las afecciones musculoesqueléticas de columna. Registro PROSPERO CRD42021282102.

Objective: to analyze the effectiveness of digital self-care in the management of pain and functional disability among people with spine musculoskeletal disorders. Method: a systematic literature review, developed with the PRISMA checklist, of randomized clinical trials of people with spine musculoskeletal disorders and digital interventions accessed by means of computers, smartphones or other portable devices. Databases researched: National Library of Medicine, Excerpta Médica dataBASE, SciVerse Scopus, Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde, Science Citation Indexes, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature and Physiotherapy Evidence Database. The descriptive synthesis of the results and by means of meta-analyses (fixed-effects model) was performed with the Review Manager software. The methodological quality was evaluated with the Physiotherapy Evidence Database scale. Results: a total of 25 trials were selected (5,142 participants), which showed statistically significant improvements (p <0.05) in 54% (12/22) in the pain levels and 47% (10/21) in functional disability in the Intervention Group. The meta-analyses showed moderate effects on pain intensity and small effects on functional disability. There was a predominance of medium quality studies. Conclusion: the digital care interventions showed a beneficial result in pain intensity and in functional disability, mainly for chronic low back pain. Digital care emerges as promising to support self-management of the spine musculoskeletal conditions. PROSPERO registry number CRD42021282102.

Objetivo: analisar a efetividade do autocuidado digital no manejo da dor e incapacidade funcional em pessoas com distúrbios musculoesqueléticos de coluna. Método: revisão sistemática da literatura, desenvolvida com o checklist PRISMA, de ensaios clínicos randomizados de pessoas com distúrbios musculoesqueléticos de coluna e intervenções digitais acessadas por computador, smartphones ou outro dispositivo portátil. Bases pesquisadas: National Library of Medicine, Excerpta Médica dataBASE, SciVerse Scopus, Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde, Science Citation Indexes, Cummulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature e Physiotherapy Evidence Database. Síntese dos resultados descritiva e por metanálises (modelo de efeitos fixos) com o software Review Manager. Qualidade metodológica avaliada pela escala Physiotherapy Evidence Database. Resultados: selecionaram-se 25 ensaios (5142 participantes) que revelaram melhoras estatisticamente significativas (p<0,05) em 54% (12/22) nos níveis de dor e 47% (10/21) na incapacidade funcional no grupo intervenção. As metanálises mostraram efeitos moderados na intensidade da dor e pequenos na incapacidade funcional. Houve predominância de estudos de média qualidade. Conclusão: intervenções de cuidados digitais mostraram resultado benéfico na intensidade da dor e na incapacidade funcional principalmente para dor lombar crônica. Evidenciam-se os cuidados digitais como promissores para apoiar o autogerenciamento das condições musculoesqueléticas de coluna. Registro PROSPERO CRD42021282102.

Uso de dispositivos móviles y alteraciones cervicales en estudiantes universitarios / Use of mobile devices and cervical disorders in university students / Uso de dispositivos móveis e distúrbios cervicais em estudantes universitários

Las alteraciones cervicales son un problema multifactorial que afecta a la sociedad moderna. Posturas viciosas, traumatismos y defectos congénitos relacionados con la columna cervical pueden desarrollar inestabilidad, pinzamiento radicular, cervicoartrosis y cervicalgias. Objetivo. Relacionar el uso de dispositivos móviles con las alteraciones cervicales en estudiantes universitarios. Materiales y métodos. Estudio descriptivo, observacional, que se realizó entre los meses de mayo y julio del 2023, cuya muestra fue de 172 estudiantes universitarios que se obtuvo aplicando la fórmula para el cálculo muestral de poblaciones conocidas, mediante un muestreo no probabilístico. Se utilizó el test goniométrico para medir el rango articular, el test postural para identificar las alteraciones posturales, la técnica de palpación para identificar dolor inespecífico, prueba de resistencia para los músculos flexores (NFMET) y extensores (NEET), por último, se realizó la prueba de Spurling para identificar casos de radiculopatías. Resultados. Aunque las relaciones estadísticas no fueron consistentes, se observó que quienes utilizaron más tiempo los teléfonos celulares (87,0%) mostraron más limitaciones cervicales que los usuarios menos frecuentes (73,5%). La movilidad articular fue limitada en el 84,3% de la población, especialmente en varones (93,5%); la resistencia muscular normal en extensión fue más prevalente en el caso de los hombres (84,9%), mientras que la resistencia alterada en flexión fue más prevalente en mujeres (94,9%). Conclusiones. Según los resultados obtenidos en esta investigación, no se encontró suficiente evidencia para determinar una relación estadísticamente significativa (P˃0,05) entre las alteraciones cervicales y el uso de teléfonos celulares, aunque se observó una mayor limitación en el caso de quienes más tiempo utilizaban el dispositivo móvil.

Cervical disorders are a multifactorial problem affecting modern society. Vicious postures, trauma and congenital defects related to the cervical spine can develop instability, radicular impingement, cervicoarthrosis and cervicalgia. Objective. To relate the use of mobile devices with cervical disorders in university students. Materials and methods. Descriptive, observational study carried out between May and July 2023, with a sample of 172 university students obtained by applying the formula for the sample calculation of known populations, by means of non-probabilistic sampling. The goniometric test was used to measure joint range, the postural test to identify postural alterations, the palpation technique to identify non-specific pain, resistance test for flexor (NFMET) and extensor (NEET) muscles, and finally, the Spurling test was performed to identify cases of radiculopathy. Results. Although the statistical relationships were not consistent, it was observed that those who used cell phones longer (87.0%) showed more cervical limitations than less frequent users (73.5%). Joint mobility was limited in 84.3% of the population, especially in men (93.5%); normal muscular endurance in extension was more prevalent in men (84.9%), while impaired endurance in flexion was more prevalent in women (94.9%). Conclusions. According to the results obtained in this investigation, there was not enough evidence to determine a statistically significant relationship (P˃0.05) between cervical alterations and cell phone use, although a greater limitation was observed in the case of those who used the mobile device the longest.

Os distúrbios cervicais são um problema multifatorial que afeta a sociedade moderna. Posturas viciosas, traumas e defeitos congênitos relacionados à coluna cervical podem levar a instabilidade, impacto radicular, cervicoartrose e cervicalgia. Objetivo. Relacionar o uso de dispositivos móveis com distúrbios cervicais em estudantes universitários. Materiais e métodos. Estudo descritivo, observacional, realizado entre maio e julho de 2023, com uma amostra de 172 estudantes universitários obtida pela aplicação da fórmula para o cálculo de amostras de populações conhecidas, por meio de amostragem não probabilística. Foram utilizados o teste goniométrico para medir a amplitude articular, o teste postural para identificar alterações posturais, a técnica de palpação para identificar dores inespecíficas, o teste de resistência para músculos flexores (NFMET) e extensores (NEET) e o teste de Spurling para identificar casos de radiculopatia. Resultados. Embora as relações estatísticas não tenham sido consistentes, observou-se que aqueles que usavam telefones celulares por mais tempo (87,0%) apresentavam mais limitações cervicais do que os usuários menos frequentes (73,5%). A mobilidade articular foi limitada em 84,3% da população, especialmente no sexo masculino (93,5%); a resistência muscular normal em extensão foi mais prevalente no sexo masculino (84,9%), enquanto a resistência prejudicada em flexão foi mais prevalente no sexo feminino (94,9%). Conclusões. De acordo com os resultados obtidos nesta pesquisa, não houve evidências suficientes para determinar uma relação estatisticamente significativa (P˃0,05) entre os distúrbios cervicais e o uso de telefones celulares, embora tenha sido observada uma limitação maior no caso daqueles que usaram o dispositivo móvel por períodos mais longos.

Análisis de la discapacidad por trastornos musculoesqueléticos en México de 1990 a 2021 / Analysis of musculoskeletal disorders-associated disability in Mexico from 1990 to 2021

Resumen Antecedentes: Los trastornos musculoesqueléticos (TME) afectan a 1710 millones de personas en todo el mundo y es la principal causa de discapacidad. Objetivo: Analizar los años vividos con discapacidad (AVD) por TME en México entre 1990 y 2021. Material y métodos: Con las estimaciones del estudio de la Carga Global de la Enfermedad 2021 se analizaron los AVD por TME y sus seis categorías: osteoartritis, artritis reumatoide, gota, dolor cervical, lumbalgia y otros TME. Se evaluaron patrones y tendencias del número, tasa cruda y tasa estandarizada por edad de los AVD a nivel nacional, estatal, por grupos de edad y sexo. Resultados: Los TME constituyeron la principal causa de AVD en México entre 1990 y 2021, con un incremento de 57.3 %; pasaron de 1458.4 a 2293.7 por 100 000 habitantes. La lumbalgia (840.6 AVD) destacó con la mayor tasa en 2021 y la osteoartritis, con el mayor incremento. Los TME se incrementaron con la edad y, con excepción de la gota, afectaron más a las mujeres. Conclusiones: De 1990 a 2021, los TME constituyeron la principal causa de AVD en México, con mayor impacto en adultos y mujeres. Los TME se evidencian desde edades tempranas, de ahí la necesidad de intervenciones continuas para preservar la calidad de vida.

Abstract Background: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) affect 1.71 billion people worldwide and are the leading cause of disability. Objective: To analyze the years lived with disability (YLD) attributed to MSD in Mexico between 1990 and 2021. Material and methods: With estimates from the Global Burden of Disease 2021 study, the YLDs due to MSD and their six categories were analyzed, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, neck pain, low back pain, as well as other MSDs. Patterns and trends in the number, crude rate, and YLD age-standardized rate were evaluated at the national and state levels, as well as by age group and gender. Results: MSDs were the main cause of YLDs in Mexico between 1990 and 2021, with an increase of 57.3%, going from 1,458.4 to 2,293.7 per 100,000 population. Low back pain (840.6 YLD) showed the highest rate in 2021, while osteoarthritis had the largest increase. MSDs increased with age and, and except for gout, affected women more often. Conclusions: From 1990 to 2021, MSDs were the main cause of YLDs in Mexico, with a higher impact on adults and women. MSDs can appear early in life, hence the need for continuous interventions in order to preserve quality of life.

A rare case of Syringomyelia with Arnold � Chiari Malformation Type 1 - A case report

Syringomyelia is a pathologic cystic cavity within the spinal cord containing cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). It is commonly seen as a complication of an Arnold-Chiari type 1 malformation, which is the herniation of cerebellar tonsils through foramen magnum into cervical spinal canal. Syringomyelia can also occur as complication of hemorrhage, tumor, meningitis, arachnoiditis, or trauma. Symptoms usually begin to appear in early and middle life. These symptoms usually consist of pain, dissociated sensory loss and weakness that present and progress gradually. We herewith report a rare case of syringomyelia and associated Chiari I malformation presenting with dissociated sensory impairment in neck region with headache and neck pain Treatment in these cases is surgical decompression. Recovery with significant decrease in sensory loss and relief in headache and neck pain.

Effect of acupuncture on the molar bite force in women with chronic neck pain / Efecto de la acupuntura sobre la fuerza de mordida en mujeres con cervicalgia crónico

Objetive: To investigate the maximum molar bite force in women with chronic neck pain after treatment with acupuncture. Materials and Methods: Twenty-three women with chronic neck pain participated. Dynamometer was used to measure the right and left maximum molar bite force. Dong Bang acupuncture needles - 0.25 mm x 30 mm was inserted into the integumentary tissue. Treatment was 10 sessions, each 30 minutes long and twice a week. Results: The right (p = 0.01) and left (p = 0.004) molar bite force was assessed after treatment with acupuncture, and showed increased occlusal strength. Conclusions: This study suggests a functional improvement in the stomatognathic system in women with chronic cervical pain after treatment with acupuncture. However, it is important to note that further research is needed to fully elucidate the long-term effects and potential clinical implications of these findings in the field of pain management and rehabilitation.

Objetivo: Investigar la fuerza masticatoria máxima en mujeres con dolor crónico de cuello después del tratamiento con acupuntura. Materiales y Métodos: Participaron veintitrés mujeres con dolor crónico de cuello. Se utilizó un dinamómetro para medir la fuerza máxima de mordida del molar derecho e izquierdo. Agujas de acupuntura Dong Bang se insertaron 0,25 mm x 30 mm en el tejido tegumentario. El tratamiento fue de 10 sesiones, cada una de 30 minutos de duración, dos veces por semana. Resultados: Se observó la fuerza de mordida del molar derecho (p=0.01) e izquierdo (p=0.004) después del tratamiento con acupuntura, que mostró un aumento de la fuerza oclusal. Conclusión: Este estudio sugiere una mejora funcional en el sistema estomatognático en mujeres con dolor cervical crónico después del tratamiento con acupuntura. Sin embargo, es importante señalar que se necesita más investigación para dilucidar por completo los efectos a largo plazo y las posibles implicaciones clínicas de estos hallazgos en el campo del tratamiento y la rehabilitación del dolor.

Factores tecnológicos-educativos asociados a problemas fisioergonómicos en estudiantes de medicina

Introducción: Existe evidencia sobre el efecto negativo del uso de tecnologías de información y comunicación en estudiantes, sin embargo, poco se conoce sobre problemas fisioergonómicos secundarios a su uso. Objetivo: Identificar los factores tecnológicos-educativos asociados al reporte de 4 problemas fisioergonómicos en estudiantes de medicina. Métodos: Estudio transversal en estudiantes de medicina de 11 países de Latinoamérica y el Caribe. Se utilizó un cuestionario cuyas variables fueron las características socio-educativas y tecnológicas, así como los problemas fisioergonómicos (dolor de cuello, dolor de espalda, ojo seco/rojo y dolor de cabeza). Resultados: De 11 587 estudiantes, 14,5 % reportó presentar 4 problemas fisioergonómicos. La mayoría reportó dolor de cuello (50 %), dolor de espalda (50,5 %) y dolor de cabeza (53,7 %). Tuvieron mayor frecuencia de presentar estos problemas fisioergonómicos las mujeres (RP= 1,06), quienes estudiaron una carrera previa (RP= 1,19), pertenecer a todos los años de estudios (RP= 1,12-1,20), quienes tenían mayor uso de Internet en horas (RP= 1,01) y aquellos que accedían a Twitter en horas de clases (RP= 1,30). La frecuencia de presentar estos problemas disminuyó en quienes tenían menor edad en años (RP= 0,99), procedían de una universidad privada (RP= 0,81), y quienes pertenecían a cualquier grupo extracurricular (RP= 0,67-0,93). Conclusiones: Los factores tecnológicos-educativos asociados al reporte de 4 problemas fisioergonómicos en estudiantes de medicina son ser mujer, tener carrera previa, pertenecer a todos los años de estudios, horas de uso de internet y el acceso a Twitter durante clases.

Introduction: There is evidence on the negative effect of the use of information and communication technologies on students, however, little is known about physio-ergonomic problems secondary to their use. Objective: To identify the technological-educational factors associated with the report of 4 physio-ergonomic problems in medical students. Methods: Cross-sectional study in medical students from 11 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. A questionnaire was used whose variables were socio-educational and technological characteristics, as well as physio-ergonomic problems (neck pain, back pain, dry/red eye and headache). Results: Of 11 587 students, 14.5% reported presenting 4 physio-ergonomic problems. Most reported neck pain (50%), back pain (50.5%), and headache (53.7%). Women (PR= 1.06), who studied a previous degree (PR= 1.19), who belonged to all years of studies (PR= 1.12-1.20), who had greater use of the Internet, had a higher frequency (in hours) of presenting these physio-ergonomic problems (PR= 1.01) and those who accessed Twitter during school hours (PR= 1.30). They decreased the frequency of presenting these problems, being younger in years (PR= 0.99), coming from a private university (PR= 0.81), and who belonged to any extracurricular group (PR= 0.67-0.93). Conclusions: The technological-educational factors associated with the report of 4 physio-ergonomic problems in medical students were being a woman, having a previous degree, belonging to all the years of study, hours of Internet use and access to Twitter during classes.

Prevalence of Forward Head Posture and its Effect on Active Mouth Opening in Young Female Weightlifters

Background: To objectively assess the prevalence of forward head posture and its effect on active mouth opening. Material & Methods: Correlational study design. Setting – Subjects were selected from various gyms and fitness centers located in South Delhi. Subjects were selected for the study according to the following inclusion and exclusion criteria. Method of Sampling- Sample of convenience. Instrumentation / Tools/ Scales/ Outcome Measure- Markers, UTHSCSA Software version 3.0, Calibrated Ruler, Digi Cam; 16 Mega Pixel with stand, Laptop, Liquid Disinfectant, Calibrated Ruler to measure active mouth opening. Craniovertebral angle was measured using UTHSCSA Image tool program. Statistical analysis was done using SPSS 20.0 version software. Descriptive statistics was used to compute means. The Pearson’s coefficient of correlation was used to examine the relationships between craniovertebral angle and active mouth opening. Results were considered significant at ‘p’ < 0.05. Results: The purpose of conducting this study was to find out the effect on active mouth opening in female weightlifters which was conducted on females performing weight lifting task in the gyms and fitness centers situated in South Delhi. It was observed that there was a statistically significant correlation with CV angle with active mouth opening. Conclusion: By the virtue of this study, we can conclude that our participant group of weightlifters had a below normal craniovertebral angle. The result demonstrated that there is a significant effect on active mouth opening.

Analysis of misdiagnosed cases of neck, shoulder, waist and leg pain caused by bone metastases and early warning measures / 中国基层医药

Objective:To investigate the cause of misdiagnosis of neck, shoulder, waist, and leg pain caused by bone metastases and to improve the outpatient diagnosis rate.Methods:Five misdiagnosed cases of bone metastases who were admitted to the Traditional Chinese Medicine Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Southern Medical University from January 2019 to July 2020 were included in this study. Their clinical manifestations, diagnosis results (outside hospital diagnosis and outpatient diagnosis), and imaging manifestations were retrospectively analyzed.Results:Five cases of bone metastases were misdiagnosed to have cervical spondylosis, lumbar disc herniation, femoral head necrosis, femoral shaft fracture, and ankle sprain. Accelerated red blood cell sedimentation rate and increased C-reactive protein level were found in all five cases. Bone metastases were confirmed by X-ray, CT, and MRI examination results. All of them had warning signs for bone metastasis: age > 50 years, history of a tumor, unexplained weight loss, general malaise, neck, shoulder, waist, and leg pain without an obvious cause, sudden worsening of pain, night pain, resting pain, pain on direct palpation, no obvious improvements in these symptoms after symptomatic treatment for 1 month, disease development not conforming to the general law of cervical spondylosis, lumbar disc herniation, femoral head necrosis, femoral shaft fracture, and ankle sprain, increases in red blood cell sedimentation rate, C-reactive protein, and alkaline phosphatase levels, which are not consistent with the symptoms of cervical spondylosis, lumbar disc herniation, femoral head necrosis, femoral shaft fracture, and ankle sprain, and slight external force leading to fractures.Conclusion:Further tests and imaging examinations should be performed according to warning signs. Clinical schemes of malignant bone tumors suitable for general practitioners can easily, economically, and effectively identify malignant bone tumors.

Characteristics of health-related physical fitness of patients with chronic neck pain / 中国康复理论与实践

ObjectiveTo investigate the characteristics of health-related physical fitness of patients with chronic neck pain, and the relationship between neck pain and physical fitness. MethodsFrom Match to June, 2020, 30 healthy controls and 30 patients with chronic neck pain in Dalian University of Technology were included. They were assessed with Neck Disability Index (NDI) and Visual Analog Scale for pain (VAS). The body composition, grip strength (dominant), shoulder joint flexibility, cardiopulmonary endurance and neck muscle endurance of all the participants were measured. ResultsThe content of standardized subcutaneous fat was more, and the trunk muscle content was less in the patients than in the healthy controls, while the standardized grip strength, endurance of neck flexor and extensor, right shoulder flexibility, absolute maximum oxygen uptake were all poorer (|t| > 2.088, P < 0.05). The score of VAS correlated (P < 0.05) with the score of NDI score (r = 0.407), grip strength (r = -0.406), endurance of neck extensor (r = -0.384), right shoulder joint flexibility (r = -0.551) and absolute value of maximal oxygen uptake (r = -0.510). ConclusionHealth-related physical fitness has been impaired for patients with chronic neck pain, and correlates with the intensity of pain.

Analysis of cervical sagittal balance in patients neck pain and no neck pain / Análise do equilíbrio sagital cervical em pacientes com e sem cervicalgia / Análisis del equilibrio sagital cervical en pacientes con y sin cervicalgia

ABSTRACT Introduction: Sagittal balance was measured by Hardacker`s et al. using the occipital method COBB C1-C2, C2-C3, C3-C4, C4-C5, C5-C6, C6-C7 in a sample of asymptomatic patients without neck and shoulder pain. In other recent studies, measurements of cervical sagittal balance included several radiographic parameters. Objective: To compare the cervical sagittal balance in groups of patients with and without neck pain submitted to cervical radiography with the upper limbs in flexion. Methods: This is a cross-sectional, quantitative, prospective, descriptive study with radiographic analysis of 50 adults aged between 30 to 70 years old. The group was divided into Group 1: without neck pain, and Group 2: with neck pain. All answered a questionnaire about age and the presence or absence of neck pain. Exclusion criteria were: inadequate X-Ray image, deformity or previous spine surgery, limited shoulder mobility, and individuals younger than 30 and older than 70. The radiographic parameters evaluated were: COBB, TIA ( THORACIC INLET ANGLE), T1 SLOPE, NECKTILT, and COG-C7 with no neck pain. α = 5% (significance when p <0.05). Results: The MANN WHITNEY nonparametric test showed no significant differences between Cobb GROUPS (p= 0.7452), T1 SLOPE GROUPS (p=0.1410), NECKTILT GROUPS (p=0.0852) and GROUPS THORACIC INLET ANGLE (p=0.1789). Conclusion: There was a significant difference only between COG-C7 GROUPS (cm) (p=0.0013). The analysis of the obtained data showed statistical significance in the variation in the COG-C7 groups. Level of Evidence II; Prospective comparative study.

Resumo: Introdução: O equilíbrio sagital foi medido por Hardacker et al. usando o método occipital COBB C1-C2, C2-C3, C3-C4, C4-C5, C5-C6, C6-C7 em uma amostra de pacientes assintomáticos sem dor no pescoço e no ombro. Em outros estudos recentes, as medidas do equilíbrio sagital cervical incluíram vários parâmetros radiográficos. Objetivo: Comparar o equilíbrio sagital cervical em grupos de pacientes com cervicalgia e sem cervicalgia submetidos à radiografia da cervical, com os membros superiores em flexão. Métodos: Trata-se de um estudo transversal, quantitativo, prospectivo, descritivo, com análise radiográfica de 50 adultos, com idade entre 30 e 70 anos. O grupo foi dividido em Grupo 1: sem cervicalgia e Grupo 2: com cervicalgia. Todos responderam a um questionário sobre idade e presença ou não de dor cervical. Os critérios de exclusão foram: imagem inadequada, deformidade ou cirurgia prévia da coluna, mobilidade limitada do ombro e indivíduos com idade inferior a 30 e superior a 70 anos. Os parâmetros radiográficos avaliados foram: COBB, TIA (ANG THORACIC INLET), T1 SLOPE, NECKTILT e COG-C7 com e sem cervicalgia. α = 5% (significância quando p < 0,05). Resultados: O teste não paramétrico de MANN WHITNEY não mostrou diferenças significativas entre os GRUPOS Cobb (p= 0,7452), GRUPOS SLOPE T1 (p=0,1410), GRUPOS NECKTILT (p=0,0852) e GRUPOS TIA (p=0,1789). Conclusão: Houve diferença significativa apenas entre os GRUPOS COG-C7 (cm) (p=0,0013). A análise dos dados obtidos demonstrou significância estatística em relação à variação nos grupos COG-C7. Nível de evidência II; Estudo comparativo prospectivo.

Resumen: Introcucción: El equilibrio sagital fue medido por Hardacker et al. utilizando el método occipital COBB C1-C2, C2-C3, C3-C4, C4-C5, C5-C6, C6-C7 en una muestra de pacientes asintomáticos sin dolor del cuello y hombros. En otros estudios recientes, las mediciones del equilibrio sagital cervical incluyeron varios parámetros radiográficos. Objetivo: Comparar el equilibrio sagital cervical en grupos de pacientes con y sin cervicalgia sometidos a radiografía cervical, con los miembros superiores en flexión. Métodos: Se trata de un estudio transversal, cuantitativo, prospectivo, descriptivo, con análisis radiográfico de 50 adultos, con edades entre 30 y 70 años. El grupo compartió el Grupo 1: Sin dolor del cuello y el Grupo 2: Dolor de cuello. Todos respondieron un cuestionario sobre edad, dolor de cuello o ausencia de dolor de cuello. Los criterios de exclusión fueron: imagen inadecuada, deformidad o cirugía previa de columna, movilidad limitada del hombro y menores de 30 años y mayores de 70 años. Los parámetros radiográficos evaluados fueron: Cobb, TIA (ANG TORACIC INLET), T1 SLOPE, NECKTILT y COG-C7 con y sin cervicalgia. α = 5% (significación cuando p < 0,05). Resultados: La prueba no paramétrica de MANN WHITNEY no mostró diferencias significativas entre los GRUPOS COBB (p=0,7452), GRUPOS T1 SLOPE (p=0,1410), GRUPOS NECKTILT (p=0,0852) y GRUPOS ANG TORACIC INLET (p=0,1789). Conclusión: Hubo diferencia significativa solo entre los GRUPOS COG-C7 (cm) (p=0,0013). El análisis de los datos obtenidos mostró significancia estática en relación a la variación en los grupos COG-C7. Nivel de Evidencia II; Estudio prospectivo comparativo.