
Active neck exercise program feasible and safe treatment method for cervical dystonia

July 2014
Active neck exercise program feasible and safe treatment method for cervical dystonia
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Active exercise for individuals with cervical dystonia: a pilot randomized controlled trial
Clin Rehabil. 2013 Mar;27(3):226-35. doi: 10.1177/0269215512456221. Epub 2012 Aug 17Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
20 patients with idiopathic cervical dystonia were randomized to undergo a 12 week program of active neck exercises and relaxation or relaxation alone, to determine the efficacy of physiotherapy in treating condition. Following evaluations over 16 weeks, the results indicated that there were no significant differences in any of the outcome measures between the two groups. However, it should be not...
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