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USE OF CERVICAL MANIPULATION BY PHYSICAL THERAPISTS FOR TREATING CERVICAL PROBLEMS

Saima Babar, Razia Razak, Amber Iftikhar, Aneela Riaz, Zaineb Siddque, Hajra Alazizi

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ABSTRACT:

Background: Neck pain is a widespread disease that causes significant pain, disability, and economic costs. Not only is it a significant personal burden, but it also affects families, the health system, and the economic structure of countries.

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the use of cervical manipulation in treating cervical problems by physical therapist.

Method: A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted. Data was collected from practicing physiotherapist by self designed questionnaire. Frequencies were found out using frequency tables and association was seen using chi-square test of independence.

Results: In this study 250 physical therapist were included. Out of which 116 were male and 134 were female. 164 therapists reported to be specialized in their certain fields of specialization. Out of 250 physiotherapists 203 reported that they use cervical manipulations to treat cervical problems. Furthermore association between the use of cervical manipulation and level of qualification showed no significant association between the two. It was concluded that most of the physical therapists use cervical manipulation in treating cervical problems and recommend using it.

Key words: cervical, manual, manipulation, physical therapists, neck pain