Journal of Yoga & Physical Therapy
Open Access
ISSN: 2157-7595
+44 1478 350008
ISSN: 2157-7595
+44 1478 350008
Yoshinov BR
Bulgaria
Research Article
Physical Therapy and Manual Therapy for Prevention and Rehabilitation of Cervical Myofascial Pain and Headache, due to Spine Malposition in Users (Abusers) of Smart Phones
Author(s): Koleva IB, Yoshinov BR and Yoshinov RDKoleva IB, Yoshinov BR and Yoshinov RD
Introduction: Ultimately, the introduction of portable devices in the everyday life imposed the necessity to evaluate the possible consequences (of the abuse) on the position of the spine and correspondent structures of the nervous system. Medical specialists are responsible for the construction of programs for prevention of these consequences. The goal of the current article is to evaluate the impact of physical therapy and manual therapy in the treatment and the prevention of cervical myofascial pain and headache, due to spinal malposition in users (abusers) of smart phones. Materials and methods: We observed a total of 69 patients with cervical myofascial pain and headache. The age of the patients was between 19 and 49 years, with posture (position) alterations of the cervical spine, but without significant cervical pathology. All patients used a mobile device in their everyday act.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2157-7595.1000268