Self-Mobilization Versus Kinesio-Taping on the Cervical Region in Electronic Device Users

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

UNKNOWN

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

32 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2022-11-16

Study Completion Date

2023-06-30

Brief Summary

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The purpose of this clinical trial is to compare the effectiveness of kinesio-taping versus self-mobilization applied to the cervical region of long-duration electronic device users.

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Detailed Description

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There is increasing use of electronic devices among individuals due to technological advancement and increasing work demands. The prolong use of these devices may result to discomfort in the neck and impairments in cervical range of motion, proprioceptive sense, muscle activities, and disability among users of electronic devices. Kinesio-taping and self-mobilization in the cervical region may improve function, and reduce disability. Therefore the aim of this study is to compare the effectiveness of kinesio-taping against self-mobilization among long-duration electronic device users.

Participants will be randomized into either a kinesio-taping or self-mobilization group. Treatment will be administered within a four-week period. Participants will be evaluated at baseline, post-intervention and at one-month follow-up.

Conditions

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Neck Pain

Study Design

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Allocation Method

RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

PARALLEL

Primary Study Purpose

TREATMENT

Blinding Strategy

SINGLE

Participants

Study Groups

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Kinesio-taping group

Kinesio-tape will be applied from the dorsal region (T1-T2) to the upper cervical region (C1-C2), two times weekly in a period of four weeks.

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

Kinesiology taping

Intervention Type OTHER

5 cm wide and 0.5 mm thick waterproof, porous and adhesive tape will be applied to the posterior neck of the participants while sitting comfortably in a neutral position. The first tape (Y-strip) is placed over the posterior cervical extensor muscles with approximately 25% tension. The top strip will be placed perpendicular to the Y strip on the mid-cervical region. The participant's cervical spine is flexed to obtain tension in the posterior structures.

Self-mobilization group

Self-SNAG technique will be applied by the participants with the help of a towel, and performed for a four week period.

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

Self-mobilization

Intervention Type OTHER

The towel will be placed on the posterior arch of the fifth cervical vertebra and pulled horizontally across the face. The participant will be instructed to apply pressure to the towel and turn their head to the restricted side, then maintain the finishing interval for three seconds. The participant will be asked to apply extreme pressure in the bending position with towel support. The procedure should be painless and repeated 10 times.

Interventions

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Kinesiology taping

5 cm wide and 0.5 mm thick waterproof, porous and adhesive tape will be applied to the posterior neck of the participants while sitting comfortably in a neutral position. The first tape (Y-strip) is placed over the posterior cervical extensor muscles with approximately 25% tension. The top strip will be placed perpendicular to the Y strip on the mid-cervical region. The participant's cervical spine is flexed to obtain tension in the posterior structures.

Intervention Type OTHER

Self-mobilization

The towel will be placed on the posterior arch of the fifth cervical vertebra and pulled horizontally across the face. The participant will be instructed to apply pressure to the towel and turn their head to the restricted side, then maintain the finishing interval for three seconds. The participant will be asked to apply extreme pressure in the bending position with towel support. The procedure should be painless and repeated 10 times.

Intervention Type OTHER

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Complain of pain in the neck
* Using electronic devices (including smart phones, desktop computers, laptops, tablets) for at least 4 hours a day,
* Using electronic devices for at least 6 months,
* Volunteering to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria

* Having a history of allergic reaction,
* Having previous cervical pathologies such as cervical spondylolisthesis, disc herniation, rheumatoid arthritis, muscle or ligament injury or strain,
* Having had neck or shoulder surgery,
* Having a neurological deficit (eg numbness, muscle weakness and loss of sensation).

Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

65 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes