Postural Sway in Neck Pain Patients
Author Information
Author(s): Alexander Ruhe, René Fejer, Bruce Walker
Primary Institution: Murdoch University
Hypothesis
Are there significant differences in center of pressure measures in patients with non-specific neck pain or whiplash-associated disorder compared to healthy controls?
Conclusion
Patients with neck pain exhibit greater postural instability than healthy controls, especially those with whiplash-associated disorder.
Supporting Evidence
- Patients with neck pain have increased center of pressure excursions compared to healthy individuals.
- The difference in postural sway is more pronounced in patients with whiplash-associated disorder.
- Statistical significance was observed in various conditions, particularly with eyes open.
Takeaway
People with neck pain have a harder time balancing than those without neck pain, especially if they have whiplash.
Methodology
Systematic literature review comparing center of pressure measures in neck pain patients to healthy controls.
Potential Biases
Variability in participant demographics and pain assessment methods may introduce bias.
Limitations
Heterogeneity in study designs and small sample sizes limited the ability to pool data.
Participant Demographics
Participants included both genders, primarily aged 20-40 years, with varying pain durations.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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