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NCT Number: NCT05074654

Urdu Version of Neck Pain and Disability Scale (NPAD)

In this study, the examiners will investigate the reliability and validity of neck pain and disability scale in Urdu language in Pakistani patients with neck pain and related disability.

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Key information

Conditions

Neck Pain Neck Disorder Neurologic Manifestations Pain Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Signs and Symptoms

Age range

18 year–65 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Ripah International University

Faisalabad, Punjab Province, 38000, Pakistan

About this study

This study's objective is to translate the Neck Pain and Disability Scale (NPAD) into Urdu and evaluate its reliability and validity in Pakistani neck pain individuals. This cross-sectional survey will employ convenience sampling to choose participants.

This study's findings will assist determine the NPAD's reliability and validity in individuals with neck pain and impairment. This scale's reliability will be evaluated utilising internal consistency and test-retest methods. Cronbach's alpha value checks internal consistency. The interclass correlation will be used to examine the test-retest reliability.

Who can participate

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

Inclusion criteria

  • Individuals including both male and females between age 18 and 65 years.
  • Participants with non-specific chronic pain of neck (>3 months in duration).
  • Individuals with sufficient knowledge and understanding of Urdu language.

Exclusion criteria

  • Individuals with history of cervical surgery.
  • Individuals with cervical myelopathy or radiculopathy, regional tumors, disc herniation, vertebral fractures, traumatic injuries, cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, pregnancy or any behavioral problems were excluded
  • Individuals with any pertinent comorbidities including heart attack, cancer, cognitive impairment or infection were also excluded. herniation, vertebral fractures, traumatic injuries, cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, pregnancy or any behavioral problems were excluded
  • Individuals with any pertinent comorbidities including heart attack, cancer, cognitive impairment or infection were also excluded.

Treatment and study plan

Primary outcomes

  1. Neck Pain and Disability scale

    Time frame: 1st day

    The Neck Pain and Disability Scale is a multidimensional configuration measure that contains a 20-item questionnaire to assess neck pain and disability. This scale measures neck mobility and severity difficulties, as well as the impact of neck injuries on everyday activities.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Neck Disability Index

    Time frame: 1st day

    This tool assesses the quality of pain, lifting, personal care, job activities, headaches, sleep, drive, and leisure activities. Each item is graded from 0 to 5. The Neck Disability Index is a one-dimensional evaluation instrument designed to show how neck pain affects activities and capability. This is a reliable and useful self-declared estimate tool for neck problems. This scale may be used to assess a patient's current condition and progress throughout therapy.

  2. Pain Disability Index

    Time frame: 1st day

    The Pain Disability Index is an authentic simple measure of indiscriminate pain and disability and is used for the evaluation of the influence of pain on the capability of an individual's participation skills in everyday important activities. It has also been used in assessment of the patients before interventions and then monitoring them over time to evaluate the efficacy of interventions. This scale comprises of 7 sections which include family, home responsibilities, recreation, occupation, sexual and social activities, self-care and life support and these items are totaled into a score between 0-70.

  3. Visual Analogue Scale

    Time frame: 1st day

    The Visual Analogue Scale is a unique instrument for assessing chronic and acute pain as well as pain perception. It is a scale that assesses the frequency and severity of pain experienced by a person. Patient selects a position on the line that best represents their pain perception.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Riphah International University

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Registry information

Official study title

Reliability and Validity of Urdu Version of Neck Pain and Disability Scale (NPAD)

Important dates

Study start
2021
Primary completion
2021
Study completion
2021
First posted
Oct 12, 2021
Registry last updated
Jan 19, 2022

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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