Cervical Radiculopathy
Conditions
Keywords
TECAR , radiculopathy , Proprioception
Brief summary
Cervical radiculopathy is characterized by pain, sensory disturbances, and impaired neuromuscular control due to nerve root compression. Proprioception dysfunction is often an overlooked component of this condition and can affect balance, posture, and motor control. TECAR (Transfer of Energy Capacitive and Resistive) therapy is a form of deep heat electrotherapy known to improve tissue perfusion and neuromuscular function. Although TECAR is widely used for pain relief and mobility, its role in improving proprioception remains under-investigated, especially in cervical conditions. This study aims to bridge this gap by assessing proprioceptive outcomes in patients with cervical radiculopathy receiving TECAR therapy.
Detailed description
* Design: Randomized controlled trial. * Groups: * Control group: Receives standard physiotherapy (e.g., cervical traction, exercises). * Experimental group: Receives TECAR therapy in addition to standard physiotherapy. * Duration: 3 sessions per week for 4 weeks. * Outcome Measures: Joint position sense (JPS) using cervical repositioning tests, pain (VAS), functional disability (NDI). * Assessment Times: Baseline and after 4 weeks.
Interventions
DEVICETECAR therapy
TECAR Therapy A form of radiofrequency-based deep thermotherapy that delivers energy into tissues using frequencies between 300 kHz and 1.2 MHz. It heats from the inside out, giving deeper and more controlled thermal effects than superficial heat modalities.
DEVICESham TECAR therapy
TECAR Therapy a form of radiofrequency-based deep thermotherapy that delivers energy into tissues using frequencies between 300 kHz and 1.2 MHz. It heats from the inside out, giving deeper and more controlled thermal effects than superficial heat modalities.
Sponsors
Delta University for Science and Technology
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE (Subject)
Masking description
the patient in control group will receive sham TECAR therapy in addition to physical therapy exercise program.
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
30 Years to 45 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* • Diagnosed cervical radiculopathy confirmed by clinical and radiological findings * Age 30-40 years * Pain duration \> 4 weeks
Exclusion criteria
* • Cervical fracture or surgery * Vestibular disorders * Rheumatologic or neurological diseases * Cognitive impairment or pregnancy
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| proprioception function | Baseline | assessment of proprioception functions via CROM |
| Cervical ROM | Baseline | ROM assessment via CROM |
Countries
Egypt
Contacts
Primary Contactibrahim A abu ella, Phd
Outcome results
None listed