Lower trapezius muscle function in people with and without shoulder and neck pain: a systematic review

Wang, Daniel; Li, Crystal; Hatchard, Nicole; Chien, George C. Chang; Alm, John

doi:10.1515/jom-2022-0056

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“…Many neck disorders, such as chronic neck pain, cervicogenic headache, and cervicogenic dizziness, are also associated with muscle weakness [14]. Muscle weakness is considered one of the primary risk factors for neck pain and has been linked to the onset and persistence of pain [20][21][22][23].…”

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Correlation between Neck Muscle Endurance Tests, Ultrasonography, and Self-Reported Outcomes in Women with Low Cervical Disability and Neck Pain

Pardos-Aguilella,

Ceballos-Laita,

Cabanillas-Barea

et al. 2023

Applied Sciences

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Background: Neck pain (NP) is a frequent condition in women, characterized by exhibiting distinct clinical manifestations such as the presence of deep neck (DN) muscle weakness. Endurance and ultrasonography of the DN muscles, and patient-reported outcome measures, are commonly used outcomes in clinical practice. The aim of this study is to assess and correlate the endurance of the DN muscles and their morphological characteristics with pain intensity, neck disability and headache impact. Methods: An observational and correlational study was carried out. Eighty-two women were recruited, and endurance tests of neck flexor and extensor (chin tuck flexion test and neck extensor muscles endurance test), ultrasonography of the DN muscles, pain intensity, disability (neck disability index) and headache impact (HIT-6) were measured. Spearman’s rho was used to evaluate the correlation between the outcome variables, and a simple linear regression analysis was carried out to explain the model in detail. Results: Statistically significant negative correlations between the chin tuck neck flexion test and neck disability index (NDI) (r = −0.38; p < 0.001) and HIT-6 (r = −0.26; p = 0.02) were found. The neck extensor muscles endurance test showed a negative correlation with NDI (r = −0.27; p = 0.01) and HIT-6 (r = −0.26; p = 0.02). The simple linear regression analysis showed an R squared of 26.7% and was statistically significant (NDI: R squared = 0.267; F = 3.13; p = 0.004) for NDI. Conclusion: A negative correlation between deep neck muscle endurance test results and self-reported outcome measures in women with low cervical disability and neck pain were observed. This suggests that lower endurance in the deep neck muscles may be associated with poorer self-reported symptoms and functionality in these patients. The chin tuck neck flexion test and deep extensor muscles endurance test could predict self-perceived neck disability in women with low cervical disability and NP.

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Correlation between Neck Muscle Endurance Tests, Ultrasonography, and Self-Reported Outcomes in Women with Low Cervical Disability and Neck Pain

Pardos-Aguilella,

Ceballos-Laita,

Cabanillas-Barea

et al. 2023

Applied Sciences

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Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Assessment of the Clinical Efficacy of the Combination of Acupressure and “Three Methods of Neck Movement (TCM)” Therapy in the Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis: A Study Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial

Zuo,

Zeng,

et al. 2024

JPR

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Background Neck-type cervical spondylopathy (NTCS), a common degenerative disorder affecting the spine, poses challenges for patients and society. Research has demonstrated the effectiveness of traditional tuina techniques in treating NTCS, although some limitations still exist. Our study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of combining regular massage techniques with three methods of neck movement (TCM) therapy for managing NTCS, utilizing musculoskeletal ultrasound measurements. Patients and Methods In this study, 70 eligible patients with non-traumatic cervical spondylosis will be randomly assigned in a 1:1 ratio to either the experimental group, which will receive Tuina combined with a three-method neck movement treatment, or the control group, which will receive standard Tui Na manipulation. All participants will receive treatment for four weeks. Assessments will be conducted using musculoskeletal ultrasound, the McGill Pain Scale, and the Neck Disability Index (NDI) at three-time points: before treatment, at the end of treatment, and after 12 and 16 weeks of treatment. Conclusion This paper investigates the utility of musculoskeletal ultrasound as a tool for evaluating the therapeutic efficacy of an integrated Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) strategy in alleviating pain and enhancing functional outcomes for patients with NTCS. The objective is to present a clinically viable and long-term treatment option. Trial Registration Chinese Clinical Trial Registry, ChiCTR2300072648. Registered on June 20, 2023.

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Neck Strength Variations in Dental Students with and without Neck Pain: A Longitudinal Study

Almeida,

Moreira,

Moleirinho-Alves

et al. 2024

Applied Sciences

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Neck pain can induce specific motor responses and alterations in muscle strength. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate and compare the progression of cervical muscle strength within and between students with and without neck pain over the course of their first semester of clinical training. We used an online Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire for group allocation, and neck strength in flexion, extension, and lateral flexion on both sides was measured using the KForce Bubble Pro hand-held dynamometer. Forty-four students were divided into neck pain (n = 21) and asymptomatic (n = 23) groups. Both groups increased neck strength by the end of the semester in flexion, extension, and left and right lateral flexion (p < 0.001). Students experiencing neck pain showed a significantly lesser degree of improvement (p = 0.036) in right lateral flexion. The agonist/antagonist ratios revealed an enhanced role of neck extensors across both groups. Dental students showed overall increased cervical strength in their first semester of clinical training. Those with neck pain exhibited a diminished rate of strength gain in right lateral flexion when compared with students without pain by the semester’s end, suggesting different neuromuscular adjustments to clinical practice in students experiencing pain, which may lead to functional impairments in later training stages.

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Lower trapezius muscle function in people with and without shoulder and neck pain: a systematic review

Cited by 4 publications

References 38 publications

Correlation between Neck Muscle Endurance Tests, Ultrasonography, and Self-Reported Outcomes in Women with Low Cervical Disability and Neck Pain

Correlation between Neck Muscle Endurance Tests, Ultrasonography, and Self-Reported Outcomes in Women with Low Cervical Disability and Neck Pain

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Assessment of the Clinical Efficacy of the Combination of Acupressure and “Three Methods of Neck Movement (TCM)” Therapy in the Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis: A Study Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial

Neck Strength Variations in Dental Students with and without Neck Pain: A Longitudinal Study

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