Evaluation of Cervical Mobility, Sleep Quality, and Function in Chronic Neck Pain

Authors : Gamze Demircioğlu, Şüheda Özkan

Pages : 123-131

Doi:10.53424/balikesirsbd.1556974

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Publication Date : 2025-03-28

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Objective: Chronic neck pain (CNP) is a common issue requiring a biopsychosocial approach. This study aimed to explore the relationship between pain, cervical mobility, sleep quality, and functional status, comparing these variables with healthy controls. Materials and Methods: Sixty-five participants with CNP and sixty-five controls were included. Neck pain at rest and during activity was measured using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS Cervical mobility was assessed in all planes of motion using a universal goniometer to measure the active cervical range of motion (C-ROM). The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and Neck Disability Index (NDI) were used to evaluate sleep quality and neck-related functional status. Results: Cervical mobility showed significant differences in C-ROM for flexion, extension, and lateral flexion (p 0.05). Additionally, the CNP group exhibited higher disability levels and poorer sleep quality compared to the controls (p<0.001. In the CNP group reduced C-ROM in flexion, extension, and left lateral flexion showed a weak negative correlation with PSQI score (p<0.05). NDI was significantly associated with C-ROM in all planes (p<0.05). Moreover, NDI exhibited a strong positive correlation with the PSQI score (r=0.612; p<0.001). Conclusion: CNP individuals experience a negative status on cervical mobility, sleep quality, and functional status compared to healthy individuals. A significant relationship was also found between increased neck disability and poorer sleep quality. Treating sleep disturbances may help alleviate neck disability and improve overall health.
Keywords : Ağrı, Boyun, Eklem Hareket Açıklığı, Uyku Kalitesi, Fonksiyonel Durum

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