Investigation of Pressure Pain Threshold and Pinch Grip Strength in Individuals With and Without Chronic Neck Pain

September 13, 2023 updated by: Halime ARIKAN, Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University
This study aims to determine whether there is a difference in pressure pain threshold and pinch grip strength in individuals with and without chronic neck pain.

Study Overview

Status

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Recruiting

Conditions

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Intervention / Treatment

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Detailed Description

Neck pain is a common musculoskeletal disease. In chronic pain clinics, neck pain ranks second in frequency after low back pain. Lifetime prevalence is higher in workers. 51-80% of workers experience at least one episode of neck and arm pain. Neck pain symptoms may disappear spontaneously within a few weeks, while 30% of them continue as chronic neck pain. Today, studies are planned with the theory that pathology leads to deficiencies, deficiencies lead to functional limitations, and functional limitations lead to disability. Chronic neck pain increases the cost of treatment and reduces work capacity. In addition, neck pain in industrial workplaces causes loss of work days as much as low back pain. The aim of this study is to determine whether there is a difference in pressure pain threshold and pinch grip strength in individuals with and without chronic neck pain. In addition, it is aimed to examine the relationship of these parameters with quality of life.

Study Type

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Interventional

Enrollment (Estimated)

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40

Phase

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  • Not Applicable

Contacts and Locations

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Study Contact

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Study Locations

  • Turkey
      • Tokat, Turkey, 60250
        • Recruiting
        • Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University
        • Contact:

Participation Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

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Ages Eligible for Study

18 years to 65 years (Adult, Older Adult)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Complaining of neck pain for more than three months,
  • With any chronic disease diagnosed,
  • No past or present mental illness,
  • Individuals who can speak, read and write Turkish.

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Having any neurological, psychiatric or cognitive disorder,
  • Individuals who cannot speak, read or write Turkish.

Study Plan

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How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Primary Purpose: Other
  • Allocation: Non-Randomized
  • Interventional Model: Parallel Assignment
  • Masking: None (Open Label)

Arms and Interventions

Participant Group / Arm

Participant Group / Arm

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Intervention / Treatment

Intervention / Treatment

A process or action that is the focus of a clinical study. Interventions include drugs, medical devices, procedures, vaccines, and other products that are either investigational or already available. Interventions can also include noninvasive approaches, such as education or modifying diet and exercise.
Other: Individuals with neck pain
To assess pressure pain threshold and pinch grip strengths.
Other: To assess pressure pain threshold and pinch grip strengths.
To assess pressure pain threshold and pinch grip strengths.
Other: Healthy group
To assess pressure pain threshold and pinch grip strengths.
Other: To assess pressure pain threshold and pinch grip strengths.
To assess pressure pain threshold and pinch grip strengths.

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Primary Outcome Measures

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Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Pressure pain threshold
Time Frame: 1 day
Pressure pain threshold will be measured using Baseline® dolorimeter (Fabrication Enterprises, White Plains, NY, USA). Pressure pain thresholds of the upper trapezius, sternocleidomastoid, levator scapula, and suboccipital region muscles (semispinalis capitis and splenius capitis) will be evaluated. Two measurements will be taken from all muscles in the same order and with five minutes intervals. The average of the measurements will be recorded in kilograms/centimeter2 (kg/cm2). The procedure will be explained to individuals by showing them by manual palpation before testing begins. Pressure pain threshold measurement with algometer has been reported as a valid and reliable method.
1 day
Pinch grip strength
Time Frame: 1 day
Baseline® pinch meter (Mechanical Pinch Gauges, NexGen Ergonomics, Inc. Montreal, Canada) will be used to assess pinch grip strength. While measuring pinch grip strength, patients will be asked to place the pinch meter between the pulp of the thumb and index finger and squeeze with all their strength. All measurements will be performed in 3 repetitions with one-minute intervals on the right and left hands. The average of the obtained values will be recorded in kilogram force.
1 day
Neck disorders
Time Frame: 1 day
Neck disorders will be assessed with the Bournemouth Questionnaire (BQ). BQ consists of 7 questions that examine pain intensity, activities of daily living, social activities, anxiety, emotional aspects of depression, kinesiophobia, and ability to control pain. The items in the questionnaire are specific to patients with neck pain, and each question evaluates a different parameter. A high score indicates a high degree of discomfort. The Turkish version of the BQ has been proven to be valid and reliable.
1 day
Arm, shoulder, and hand problems
Time Frame: 1 day
Arm, shoulder, and hand problems will be evaluated with the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand Questionnaire (DASH). The questionnaire consists of a disability/symptom scale (11 items) and two optional scales: work (four items) and sports/performing arts (four items). In the disability/symptom scale, each item questions the severity of pain, activity-related pain, tingling, weakness and stiffness, difficulty in performing physical activity due to upper extremity problems, and the effect of upper extremity problems on social activities, work, and sleep. Answers are given on a scale of one to five, and each question is scored from 1 to 5. Scores on the three subscales of the DASH disability/symptom scale, the work scale, and the sports/performing arts scale all range from 0 (no disability) to 100 (most severe disability). The Turkish version of DASH has been reported to be valid and reliable.
1 day
General quality of life assessed by NHP
Time Frame: 1 day
The Nottingham Health Profile (NHP) is a general quality of life questionnaire that measures a person's perceived health problems and the extent to which these problems affect normal daily activities. The questionnaire consists of 38 items. Questions are answered as 'yes' or 'no'. The questionnaire assesses six parameters related to health status. These parameters are; pain (8 items), physical activity (8 items), energy (3 items), sleep (5 items), social isolation (5 items), and emotional reactions (9 items). Each sub-parameter is scored between 0-100. 0 indicates best health, and 100 indicates worst health. The total NHP score is derived from the sum of the subscores.
1 day

Collaborators and Investigators

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Sponsor

Sponsor

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Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University

Study record dates

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Study Major Dates

Study Start (Actual)

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April 1, 2023

Primary Completion (Estimated)

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November 1, 2023

Study Completion (Estimated)

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December 1, 2023

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

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March 16, 2023

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

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March 31, 2023

First Posted (Actual)

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April 4, 2023

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Actual)

Last Update Posted

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September 14, 2023

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

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September 13, 2023

Last Verified

Last Verified

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September 1, 2023

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Other Study ID Numbers

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  • 83116987-761

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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