Health Condition 1: M255- Pain in joint
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Experimental Group: Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Plus Neck Stabilization Exercises
Control Intervention1: Control Group: Sham transcranial Direct Current Stimulation plus Nec
Sponsors
Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Physiotherapy, Pune
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Between the ages of 20-45 years 2. Both males and females 3. Chronic or recurrent neck pain lasting for at least 3 months without a clear underlying cause. 4. Grade I and II level neck pain according to the Neck Pain Task Force Classification 5. Pain intensity: 2 to 7 on NRS
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Infectious and non-infectious inflammatory or destructive tissue changes of the cervical spine or in the areas of brain 2. Recent or previous surgeries in and around cervical and skull area 3. Current participation in a structured exercises program 4. Neurological symptoms of the upper extremities during screening tests or during treatment 5. Signs and symptoms of progressive pain exaggeration 6. Past or present History of epilepsy, stroke or psychiatric illnesses 7. Neurological conditions 8. Metal Implants in and around the skull or cervical area 9. Presence of severe or frequent headache, chronic skin disorder
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1.Numerical Rating Scale 2.Neck Disability Index 3.Neck Muscles Endurance Tests 4.Forward Head PostureTimepoint: Pre- 0 Day to Post- 4 Weeks | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Cervical Range of Motion Global Perceived EffectTimepoint: Pre- 0 Day to Post- 4 Weeks | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactNeha R Kulkarni
Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Physiotherapy, Pune
Outcome results
None listed