Evaluation of Cervical Mobility, Sleep Quality, and Function in Chronic Neck Pain

Objective: Chronic neck pain (CNP) is a common issue requiring a biopsychosocial approach. This study aimed to explore the relationship between pain, cervical mobility, sleep quality, and functional status, comparing these variables with healthy controls. Materials and Methods: Sixty-five participants with CNP and sixty-five controls were included. Neck pain at rest and during activity was measured using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS Cervical mobility was assessed in all planes of motion using a universal goniometer to measure the active cervical range of motion (C-ROM). The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and Neck Disability Index (NDI) were used to evaluate sleep quality and neck-related functional status. Results: Cervical mobility showed significant differences in C-ROM for flexion, extension, and lateral flexion (p0.05). Additionally, the CNP group exhibited higher disability levels and poorer sleep quality compared to the controls (p