Sleep Quality, and Fatigue As Predictive Factors For Mechanical Neck Pain

Abstract

Aims: The purpose of our study was to investigate the relationship between mechanical neck pain and sleep disorders, mental and physical fatigue, and the rising expectations of people in modern societies regarding their work, families, and social lives. Mechanical neck pain is a common problem that can result in disability. Methods: We included 230 patients with mechanical neck discomfort, with a mean age of 25.62 ± 9.25years, in our study. The Neck Disability Index, Chalder Fatigue Scale, and Pitssburg Sleep Quality Index was applied to all participant.   Results: Multiple linear regression analysis revealed that the overall model explained 22% of the variance of NDI score. Both sleep quality scale and fatigue scale were significantly associated and can predict NDI score (p < 001). Conclusion: sleep quality and fatigue were found among the independent determinants of neck disability. Therefore, physiotherapists who treat patients with mechanical neck pain should advise them to get enough sleep and teach them relaxation techniques to help them feel less stressed and exhausted, which will lower their neck discomfort