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Effectiveness of stretching exercise program among nurses with neck pain: Palestinian perspective
1Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences, 61287Arab American University, Palestine.
Science Progress
|August 30, 2021
Summary
Muscle stretching exercises significantly reduced neck pain and disability in nurses. This intervention offers a practical approach to improving the well-being of healthcare professionals experiencing neck discomfort.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Exercise Science
Background:
- Nurses frequently experience neck pain and disability due to occupational demands.
- Limited research exists on targeted interventions for neck pain among nurses in Palestine.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a structured muscle stretching exercise program on neck pain and disability.
- To assess the impact of this intervention on nurses in Palestinian hospitals.
Main Methods:
- A quasi-experimental, pre-post study design was employed.
- 90 nurses with moderate-to-severe neck pain were recruited from two randomly assigned hospitals (experimental and control).
- The experimental group performed neck and shoulder stretching exercises (2 sessions/day, 5 days/week for 1 month), while the control group maintained usual activity.
Main Results:
- The experimental group demonstrated a significantly greater reduction in neck pain and disability compared to the control group.
- Statistical analysis revealed a significant difference between groups (t(88) = 8.5, P = 0.001).
Conclusions:
- Structured muscle stretching exercises are effective in alleviating neck pain and disability among nurses.
- This intervention represents a viable strategy for improving the musculoskeletal health of nurses in the region.
