EFFECTS OF STERNOCLEDOMASTOID AND SUBOCCIPITAL MUSCLE STRETCH FOR NECK PAIN AMONG SMARTPHONE USERS: A COMPARATIVE STUDY

*Prof. Sharmila Dhamotharan and Suriya

ABSTRACT

Neck pain is a common problem in the general population. The source of pain may arise from many structure of the cervical spine, and can develop into chronic pain.[23] Neck problems can adversely affect physical, psychological, and social function. Neck pain also leads to high costs in national healthcare systems.[36] Studies have demonstrated altered behavior of the cervical muscles in neck pain. The prevalence of neck pain was reported to range from 22% to 30% of the population. It is considered one of the most common pain problems.[29,30]

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