Comparison of Cervical Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glide and Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization on Mechanical Neck Pain
The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of two therapeutic techniques-Cervical Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glide (SNAG) and Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)-in the treatment of mechanical neck pain. The trial seeks to determine which method is more effective in reducing pain, improving range of motion, and enhancing overall neck function in individuals suffering from mechanical neck pain.
• • Both genders (males and females)
‣ Age between 20 and 45 years
⁃ History of neck pain \>3 month, with tenderness on palpation present on sternocleidomastoid and Levator scapulae muscles and pain aggravated by activities involving turning head towards the side
⁃ Patients with pain on NPRS (at least 3)