PHYSICAL THERAPY & REHAB
Effects of strength training vs general physical activity on non-specific neck pain
Eur J Phys Rehabil Med. 2014 Dec;50(6):617-26.83 patients on sick leave due to non-specific neck pain were randomized to either a general physical activity (GPA) routine or a GPA routine with an additional specific strength training (SST) regimen. This was done to compare the effects of different exercise programs on pain, muscle strength, and fear-avoidance belief. A numeric rating scale, a strain gauge system, and the Orebro Musculoskeletal Pain Screening Questionnaire were used to measure outcomes. Results indicated that there was a reduction in pain and an increase in strength in both groups, however there were no significant differences in outcome between groups except that the SST group significantly decreased their fear-avoidance beliefs.
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