Which muscles exhibit increased stiffness in people with chronic neck pain? A systematic review with meta-analysis

IntroductionChronic neck pain (CNP) substantially impacts quality of life, posing both personal challenges and economic strains. This systematic review sought to discern muscle-specific stiffness differences between CNP patients and individuals without CNP.MethodsWe searched the PubMed, Scopus, and...

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Main Authors: Manca Opara, Žiga Kozinc
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2023-08-01
Series:Frontiers in Sports and Active Living
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fspor.2023.1172514/full