Neck Health Metrics and Quality of Life: A Comparative Study in Bike Drivers with and without Neck Pain

Purpose: Neck pain is a prevalent musculoskeletal issue among bike drivers, often resulting from extended static postures, repetitive head movements, and exposure to vibrations. This study aims to assess the connection between cervical ROM, neck proprioception, CVA, and QOL in bike drivers with neck...

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Published in:Journal of multidisciplinary healthcare 2023-11, Vol.16, p.3575-3584
Main Authors: Aafreen, Aafreen, Khan, Abdur Raheem, Khan, Ashfaque, Ahmad, Ausaf, Alzahrani, Abdullah Hussain, Alhusayni, Abdullah Ibrahim, Alameer, Abdulaziz H, Alajam, Ramzi Abdu, Ganesan, Bhuvanesh Babu Mondey, Shaphe, Mohammad Abu
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Language:English
Subjects:
Analysis
bike drivers
Care and treatment
cervical range of motion
craniovertebral angle
Information management
Neck pain
neck proprioception
Pain
quality of life
Smart phones
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Summary:Purpose: Neck pain is a prevalent musculoskeletal issue among bike drivers, often resulting from extended static postures, repetitive head movements, and exposure to vibrations. This study aims to assess the connection between cervical ROM, neck proprioception, CVA, and QOL in bike drivers with neck pain compared to those without neck pain so that the targeted interventions can be developed to enhance their well-being. Methods: A cross-sectional study involving 100 bike drivers aged 20-50 years was conducted, split into two groups: those with neck pain (n=50) and those without neck pain (n=50). Cervical ROM was measured using a smartphone, neck proprioception was assessed through a head repositioning test, and CVA was determined using lateral-view photographs with a plumb line. The Short Form-36 (SF-36) questionnaire was employed to evaluate QOL. Data analysis was conducted using independent t-tests and Pearson's correlation coefficient. Results: Bike drivers with neck pain exhibited significantly reduced cervical ROM (p-value=
ISSN:1178-2390
1178-2390
DOI:10.2147/JMDH.S437826