Effectiveness of Biofeedback with Scapular Function Training Versus Plyometric Training in Students with Neck and Shoulder Pain - Randomized Control Trial
摘要
Neck and shoulder pain significantly impacts students’ academic performance, daily activities, and quality of life, posing a challenge in orthopaedic care. This study included 40 subjects aged 18 to 25 with diagnosed neck and shoulder pain, randomly assigned to two groups, excluding those with serious traumatic injuries and non-cooperative behaviour. Group A (20 individuals) received surface EMG with scapular function training, while Group B (20 individuals) received surface EMG with plyometrics training. Pre-test measures included the Northwick Park Questionnaire (NPQ), Shoulder Pain Disability Index (SPADI), Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), and surface electromyography (sEMG) values. Both groups underwent 4 weeks of exercises (3 sets/session, 10 reps/set, 20 min/week, 5 sessions/week). Post-treatment, Group A showed a mean NPRS of 2.55, NPQ of 29.035, SPADI of 28.10, and sEMG of 16.37, while Group B showed a mean NPRS of 4.15, NPQ of 60.350, SPADI of 59.65, and sEMG of 16.12. Group A demonstrated significantly lower pain and improved function. Biofeedback with scapular function training is more effective than biofeedback with plyometric training in reducing pain and enhancing functionality in students with neck and shoulder pain, showing promise for improving their quality of life and daily performance.