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Postural control and neck pain

If you are between 18 and 55 years old and experience neck pain that has either developed recently, or is long standing, you may be eligible to participate in this study

Postural control and neck pain

Neck pain is often a sign that there is dysfunction within the neck itself. There is already evidence to show that problems within the neck have an effect on the stability of an individual’s posture. This is shown by the degree to which an individual sways to and fro during quiet stance.
This study aims to determine whether specific manual therapy techniques aimed at reducing dysfunction within the neck will improve postural control in an individual

What is required from the participant?

You will be required to complete a set of questionnaires that collect information about your general health and your neck pain. Participants who qualify for the study will then be required to attend up to 2 testing sessions of approximately 30 mins duration

Trial Location

New Zealand - Auckland

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  Participant Information.pdf


Groups

Participants - Condition specific
Age: 18 - 55
Gender: Any
Ethnicity: Any
Criteria: Initial criteria for inclusion will be people aged between 18 and 55 years, able to read and understand English, and who have experienced recent neck pain. This may be recently developed or longstanding

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Questions

I have constant Neck pain which also runs down my spine to the end of my back. I would love to know if this Study will help me as well. Thank you.
posted by Jackie on 2011-08-08 16:44:12
Hi Jackie, this study is specifically looking at how certain techniques may affect the postural control of people with neck pain, and is not designed as a treatment as such. If the dysfunctional segment in your neck is the source of your pain then you may feel some relief, however, I would not be able to guarantee that you would experience relief. I would of course be happy to discuss this with you should you wish to apply (you would be under no obligation to participate by applying) and we could also discuss the pain in your back, as it is relevant to your eligibility in this study
posted by Ali on 2011-08-11 17:39:25
I visit an osteo every 3 months for a 'check-up' that usually includes adjusting my neck as I do frequently suffer from neck pain (usually because I sit incorrectly at my computer) Does this make me ineligible for the survey, and if not, do you recommend I advise my osteo that I am participating in this study? I visited him last in July and am due to visit him again in October.
posted by NikiBailey on 2011-08-08 16:44:27
Hi Niki. The fact that you visit an Osteo regularly does not affect your eligibility. The HVLA thrust that we will use in this study will be the same or similar to the one your Osteopath uses. Participation in this study should not affect your treatments with your own osteopath but it is always a good idea to advise him of anything new that has happened so is aware of anything that may affect his choice of techniques
posted by Ali on 2011-08-11 17:40:06
Hi there. My wife is interested in participate in your study. Would you provide information on where the sessions take place? Thanks. Rodrigo
posted by rbini on 2011-08-09 18:50:08
All sessions will take place at the Unitec osteopathic clinic , Clinic 41 on Carrington Rd in Mt Albert
posted by Ali on 2011-08-11 17:41:13

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