Effects of spinal manipulation combined with cervical kinetic chain training on neck muscle function in cervical vertigo: a preliminary prospective controlled study - Summary - MDSpire
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Effects of spinal manipulation combined with cervical kinetic chain training on neck muscle function in cervical vertigo: a preliminary prospective controlled study
To evaluate the clinical effect of spinal manipulation combined with cervical kinetic chain training on neck muscle function in cervical vertigo.
Approach:
Study Design: A prospective, parallel-design, superiority randomized controlled trial involving 50 cervical vertigo patients.
Intervention: Participants were divided into a test group receiving spinal manipulation combined with cervical kinetic chain training, and a control group receiving conventional treatment.
Assessments: Baseline assessments included vertigo severity (VAS, DHI), cervical muscle MRI, and Shear Wave Elastography (SWE). Follow-ups at 4 and 12 weeks included repeated VAS, DHI, and SWE.
Key Findings:
Both groups showed significant decreases in DHI and VAS scores at 4 and 12 weeks compared to baseline.
The test group had significantly lower DHI and VAS scores at 12 weeks compared to the control group.
The test group demonstrated significant improvements in muscle strength and cross-sectional area at 12 weeks.
SWE indicated unchanged elastic modulus in the test group, while the control group showed increased elastic modulus of splenius capitis muscles.
Interpretation:
Spinal Manipulation Combined with Cervical Training enhances neck muscle strength and reduces muscle tension compared to traditional treatment.
Limitations:
The study duration was limited to 12 weeks.
The sample size may restrict the generalizability of findings.
Conclusion:
Spinal Manipulation Combined with Cervical Training is an effective treatment for cervical vertigo.
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