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NCT Number: NCT07048288

Efficacy of Dynamic Exercise and Multi-angle Isometric Exercise in Cervical Spondylosis

Exercises are widely regarded as the primary approach for managing cervical spondylosis. Although several studies have examined the effectiveness of multi-angle isometric exercises and dynamic exercises in patients with cervical spondylosis, their findings have been inconsistent. Further research is warranted to determine whether combining dynamic exercises with Kinesio taping can yield superior therapeutic outcomes. Additionally, there is a lack of comparative studies evaluating the relative benefits of multi-angle isometric versus dynamic exercises for individuals with cervical spondylosis. Therefore, this study aims to compare the efficacy of Multi-angle isometric exercise and Dynamic exercise, along with kinesio taping, in improving range of motion in the cervical spine, reducing pain, and improving functional disability in patients with Cervical Spondylosis. Fifty-two participants were randomly assigned to Experimental Group 1 (EG1) and Experimental Group 2 (EG2), with 26 participants in each group. EG1 received Multi-angle isometrics and Kinesio taping along with conventional physiotherapy, while EG2 received Dynamic exercise and Kinesio taping along with conventional physical therapy. Both groups were treated for 9 weeks. Goniometry and the Neck Pain and disability index were used as outcome measures.

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Key information

Conditions

Cervical Spondylosis Bone Diseases Musculoskeletal Diseases Spinal Diseases Spondylosis

Age range

30 year–50 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

AWH Special College

Calicut, Kerala, 673003, India

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Patients diagnosed with Cervical Spondylosis aged between 30 - 50.
  • Both genders.
  • Patients with radiological findings of Cervical Spondylosis confirmed by a medical professional.
  • Patients without any surgical indication.

Exclusion criteria

  • Patients with cervical radiculopathy.
  • Patients with other cervical spine problems such as; a history of fracture or dislocation, ankylosing spondylitis, congenital cervical anomalies, cervical spine stenosis, cervical spondylotic myelopathy, rheumatoid arthritis, bone tumor, and tuberculosis.
  • Patients with pacemakers.
  • Patient with psychiatric conditions.
  • In cases where the Kinesio taping technique is contraindicated, such as thrombosis, wound, intolerability, allergy to tape, or impaired sensation.
  • Patients receiving any form of medications including steroids, NSAIDs or analgesics.
  • Patients who do not have good compliance with the intervention or have difficulty in co-operating with the study.
  • Patients who cannot read or understand English.

Treatment and study plan

Multi-angle isometrics

Other

Multi angle exercises include cervical flexion training, Cervical extension training, and Cervical lateral flexion training

Kinesio Taping

Other

Kinesio taping is a therapeutic technique used in rehabilitation to support muscles and joints without restricting movement.

Dynamic exercise

Other

The dynamic exercise program included dynamic cervical flexion, dynamic cervical extension, and dynamic lateral flexion.

Conventional Physiotherapy

Other

Conventional physiotherapy included transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation

Primary outcomes

  1. Goniometry

    Time frame: Pre-intervention values were taken before the intervention, and post-intervention values were taken in week 10 (after 9 weeks of treatment).

    Goniometry is the measurement of joint angles using a device called Goniometer. Greater joint angles indicate better treatment outcomes.

  2. Neck Pain and Disability Index

    Time frame: Pre-intervention values were taken before the intervention, and post-intervention values were taken in week 10 (after 9 weeks of treatment).

    The Neck Disability Index (NDI) is a self-report questionnaire designed to measure how neck pain affects a person's ability to manage daily life. Each section has six statements scored from 0 (no disability) to 5 (maximum disability), with a total possible score of 50. The higher the score, the greater the perceived disability.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

King Saud University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Efficacy of Dynamic Exercise and Multi-angle Isometric Exercise Along With Kinesio Taping on Range of Motion, Pain and Functional Disability in Cervical Spondylosis - A Randomized Controlled Trial

Important dates

Study start
2023
Primary completion
2024
Study completion
2024
First posted
Jul 2, 2025
Registry last updated
Sep 3, 2025

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