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DOI: 10.1055/a-2595-4542
Der Effekt des standardisierten Krafttrainingsprogramms „Glory 9“ bei nicht spezifischen Nackenbeschwerden
Klinische PilotstudieThe Effect of the Standardized Strength Training Programme “Glory 9” on Non-Specific Neck ComplaintsClinical Pilot StudyAuthors
Zusammenfassung
Nicht spezifische Nackenbeschwerden (NSNP) zählen zu den häufigsten muskuloskelettalen Beschwerden weltweit und betreffen Schätzungen zufolge bis zu 70% der Bevölkerung mindestens einmal im Leben. Dies kann nicht nur die individuelle Lebensqualität beeinträchtigen, sondern auch beträchtliche gesundheitssystemische Kosten nach sich ziehen. Trotz vorhandener Behandlungsansätze besteht weiterhin Forschungsbedarf bezüglich Wirksamkeit und Nachhaltigkeit von Behandlungsmöglichkeiten, die nicht nur die Selbstwirksamkeit der Betroffenen fördern, sondern auch einen progressiven funktionellen Belastungsaufbau beinhalten.
Diese Prä-Post-Interventionsstudie untersucht den Effekt eines standardisierten 8-wöchigen Kraftübungsprogramms auf Schmerz, Beweglichkeit, Kraftausdauer und Funktion bei Nackenbeschwerden. Sie umfasst eine Interventionsgruppe ohne Kontrollgruppe. Inkludiert wurden 5 Teilnehmer*innen (w=3, m=2) mit nicht spezifischen Nackenbeschwerden zwischen 18–30 Jahren (MW=26,2 Jahre). Die Proband*innen führten 3-mal wöchentlich über 8 Wochen ein standardisiertes Kraftübungsprogramm durch, wobei regelmäßig Schmerz, Beweglichkeit, Kraftausdauer und Funktion im Alltag erhoben wurden. Die aufgezeichneten Daten wurden deskriptiv beschrieben und visualisiert.
Alle Teilnehmenden verzeichneten einen Rückgang von Ruhe- und Belastungsschmerz und überschritten die Schwelle der „Minimal Clinically Important Difference“ (MCID) von 4,6–21,4mm. Verbesserungen der Beweglichkeit wurden ab Veränderungen >5° identifiziert und konnten bei 4/5 Teilnehmenden in je mindestens einer Bewegungsrichtung festgehalten werden. Die Kraftausdauer der Nackenflexoren stieg im Mittel um 38,2s, die der Extensoren um 74,3s. Der Neck Disability Index sank bei allen im Verlauf der Studie um 8,3–24,2% und überschritt damit durchgehend die Schwelle des „Minimal Clinically Important Change“ (MCIC) von 7–10 Punkten, wobei das Ausgangsniveau maximal moderat eingeschränkt war (NDI≤38%).
Das standardisierte Krafttrainingsprogramm „Glory 9“ zeigt positive Trends in der Schmerzreduktion und der funktionellen Verbesserung bei Patient*innen mit NSNP. Weitere Studien mit größeren Stichproben und einer Kontrollgruppe sind erforderlich, um diese Ergebnisse zu bestätigen und die aktive Therapie der Halswirbelsäule weiterzuentwickeln.
Abstract
Non-specific neck pain (NSNP) is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints worldwide and is estimated to affect up to 70% of the population at least once in their lifetime. This can not only affect an individual's quality of life but can also result in considerable healthcare costs. Despite existing treatment approaches, there is still a need for research into the effectiveness and sustainability of treatment options that not only promote the self-efficacy of those affected but also include a progressive functional load build-up.
This pre-post intervention study investigates the effect of a standardised 8-week strength exercise programme on pain, mobility, strength endurance, and function in neck pain. It comprises an intervention group without a control group. Included were 5 participants (f=3, m=2) with non-specific neck complaints between 18–30 years (MW=26.2 years). The subjects performed a standardised strength exercise programme 3 times a week for 8 weeks, during which pain, mobility, strength endurance, and function in everyday life were regularly recorded. The recorded data was described and visualised descriptively.
All participants recorded a reduction in pain at rest and on exertion and exceeded the “Minimal Clinically Important Difference” (MCID) threshold of 4.6–21.4 mm. Improvements in mobility were identified from changes >5° and were recorded in at least one direction of movement in 4/5 participants. The strength endurance of the neck flexors increased on average by 38.2s, that of the extensors by 74.3s. The Neck Disability Index fell by 8.3–24.2% in all participants over the course of the study and thus consistently exceeded the “Minimal Clinically Important Change” (MCIC) threshold of 7–10 points, whereby the initial level was at most moderately restricted (NDI≤38%).
The standardized strength training programme “Glory 9” shows positive trends in pain reduction and functional improvement in patients with NSNP. Further studies with larger samples and a control group are required to confirm these results and further develop active therapy for the cervical spine.
Schlüsselwörter
nicht spezifische Nackenschmerzen - Krafttraining - aktive Rehabilitation - HalswirbelsäulePublication History
Received: 14 February 2025
Accepted: 30 March 2025
Article published online:
16 December 2025
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