Effectiveness of small daily amounts of progressive resistance training for frequent neck/shoulder pain: Randomised controlled trial

Andersen, Lars L.; Særvoll, Charlotte Ahlgren; Mortensen, Ole Steen; Poulsen, Otto Melchior; Hannerz, Harald; Zebis, Mette Kreutzfeldt

doi:10.1016/j.pain.2010.11.016

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“…16 When comparing the two HEP groups, no statistically significant difference on pain was reported on the VAS with an effect size of 0.00. 16 Bronfort et al's 17 study included 272 participants, between the ages of 18 and 65 years, who had subacute, non-specific neck pain for 2-12 weeks. 17 Bronfort et al 17 also yielded a high quality score (16/19).…”

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“…11,16,[18][19][20][21] Two of the included studies failed to perform a follow-up; 11,16 others studies performed follow-up at 4 weeks, 18 14 weeks, 17 6 months, 19,20 40 weeks, 17 and 12 months post discharge.…”

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“…Within the seven included studies, one study used the HEP as a co-intervention to clinical treatment, 19 whereas six studies used a HEP only 11,[16][17][18]20,21 Adherence was defined in six of the studies and varied as to what constituted adherence (Table 6). Bronfort et al 17 was the only study to not indicate adherence.…”

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“…Outcome reporting on the pain construct (either frequency and/or intensity) occurred on different measures within the included studies: Visual Analog Scale (VAS), 11,16,19 Pain Scale (0-10), 17 Neck/ Shoulder Pain Index, 20 headache frequency, 20 and 16 Their study found that the HEP groups, which included 2-minutes and 12-minutes of resistance training, had a moderate effect on the VAS when compared to the control group, which received no intervention (Cohen's d50.67, 0.59, respectively). 16 When comparing the two HEP groups, no statistically significant difference on pain was reported on the VAS with an effect size of 0.00. 16 Bronfort et al's 17 study included 272 participants, between the ages of 18 and 65 years, who had subacute, non-specific neck pain for 2-12 weeks.…”

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“…Based on this review, strength-based HEPs, when used alone or in combination with another treatment, yielded the largest effect sizes on pain reduction. 11,16,20 Based on Nikander et al, 11 there may be a relationship regarding the intensity/dosage of the strengthening program and the severity of the neck pain. Therefore, a higher intensity strengthening level may decrease neck pain severity.…”

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The influence of home exercise programs for patients with non-specific or specific neck pain: a systematic review of the literature

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Sanker

Newcomb

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Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy

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Study design: Systematic review of randomized controlled trials (RCT). Objectives: To examine the effects of a therapeutic home exercise program (HEP) for patients with neck pain (associated with whiplash, non-specific, or specific neck pain, with or without radiculopathy, or cervicogenic headache) on pain, function, and disability. Our secondary aim was to describe the design, dosage, and adherence of the prescribed HEPs. Background: Neck pain is a leading cause of disability that affects 22-70% of the population. Different techniques have been found effective for the treatment of neck pain. However, there is conflicting evidence to support the role of a therapeutic HEP to reduce pain, disability, and improve function and quality of life (QOL). Methods: A systematic review in accordance with the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) statement for reporting systematic reviews. The full-text review utilized the Maastricht-Amsterdam assessment tool to assess quality among RCTs. Results: A total of 1927 subjects included within seven full-text articles met our specific search strategy. It was found that HEPs with a focus on strength and endurance-training exercises, as well as selfmobilization, have a positive effect when used in combination with other conservative treatments or alone. Conclusions: Home exercise programs that utilize either self-mobilizations within an augmented HEP to address specific spinal levels, or strengthening, and/or endurance exercise are effective at reducing neck pain, function, and disability and improving QOL. The benefit of HEPs in combination with other conservative interventions yields some benefit with a range of effect sizes.

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The influence of home exercise programs for patients with non-specific or specific neck pain: a systematic review of the literature

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Exercises for mechanical neck disorders

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Gross

Goldsmith

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Low to moderate quality evidence supports the use of specific cervical and scapular stretching and strengthening exercise for chronic neck pain immediately post treatment and intermediate term, and cervicogenic headaches in the long term. Low to moderate evidence suggests no benefit for some upper extremity stretching and strengthening exercises or a general exercise program. Future trials should consider using an exercise classification system to establish similarity between protocols and adequate sample sizes. Factorial trials would help determine the active treatment agent within a treatment regimen where a standardized representation of dosage is essential. Standardized reporting of adverse events is needed for balancing the likelihood of treatment benefits over potential harms.

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Exercises for mechanical neck disorders

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Goldsmith

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No high quality evidence was found, indicating that there is still uncertainty about the effectiveness of exercise for neck pain. Using specific strengthening exercises as a part of routine practice for chronic neck pain, cervicogenic headache and radiculopathy may be beneficial. Research showed the use of strengthening and endurance exercises for the cervico-scapulothoracic and shoulder may be beneficial in reducing pain and improving function. However, when only stretching exercises were used no beneficial effects may be expected. Future research should explore optimal dosage.

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Effectiveness of small daily amounts of progressive resistance training for frequent neck/shoulder pain: Randomised controlled trial

Abstract: www.isrctn.org/ISRCTN60264809. In generally healthy adults with frequent neck/shoulder muscle pain, as little as 2 minutes of daily progressive resistance training reduces pain and tenderness.

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The influence of home exercise programs for patients with non-specific or specific neck pain: a systematic review of the literature

The influence of home exercise programs for patients with non-specific or specific neck pain: a systematic review of the literature

Exercises for mechanical neck disorders

Exercises for mechanical neck disorders

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