The association between neck pain, the Neck Disability Index and cervical ranges of motion: a narrative review |
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Authors: | Howell Emily R |
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Institution: | Emily R. Howell, BPHE(Hons), DC, Ashbridge's Health Centre, 1522 Queen St. East, Toronto, ON M4L 1E3. |
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Abstract: | Background:The Neck Disability Index (NDI) and Cervical Ranges of Motion (CROM) are measurement tools that are used for neck pain patients.Objective:To review the literature to determine how the NDI is associated with neck pain and CROM outcomes.Methods:Computer based searches of 5 databases were performed and supplemented by internet and hand searching of article references and “related citations.”Results:The search yielded 23 studies that met the inclusion and exclusion criteria and these were summarized into four categories: NDI, NDI and other questionnaires, whiplash and NDI and cervical range of motion and NDI. The NDI was shown to be a well validated and reliable self-reported questionnaire, especially when compared to other questionnaires, in both neck pain and whiplash (WAD) patients. There are very few studies that discuss the NDI and cervical range of motion.Conclusion:This review outlines the strength of the NDI as a self-reported neck disability questionnaire, but also demonstrates a need for further research to explore the association between the NDI, neck pain and cervical ranges of motion. |
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Keywords: | neck pain neck disability index range of motion whiplash |
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