A Comparison of the Effectiveness of PNF and Mulligan Mobilization Techniques with Neck Pain

NAGs (Natural Apophyseal Glides) involve passive oscillatory movements of a spinal facet joint in an anterocranial direction, performed with the patient seated. SNAGs (Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glides) maintain facet glides during active movements, aiming to reach the joint\'s end range. In SNAGs, the patient actively participates, and overpressure is applied at the end of movements to enhance the range of motion. Techniques include increasing rotation, lateral flexion, flexion, and extension. These were applied by a certified physiotherapist three times a week for four weeks, aiming to improve joint mobility without causing pain.

"Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) Technique: PNF consists of four movement patterns in two diagonals:~Flexion-left rotation and extension-right rotation Flexion-right rotation and extension-left rotation 3 PNF techniques were applied.~Combined Isotonic Contractions: This technique involves concentric, eccentric, and stabilizing contractions of a muscle group (agonist). The goal is to increase active range of motion (ROM), strength, and improve control and coordination.~Dynamic Stabilization (Stabilizing Reversal): This involves applying resistance in various directions to prevent movement, aiming to enhance dynamic stability, strength, and agonist-antagonist coordination.~Hold-Relax Technique: This relaxation method involves isometric contractions against maximum resistance without movement to increase passive ROM and reduce pain. These were applied by physiotherapist three times a week for four weeks, aiming to improve joint mobility without causing pain."