Changes in cerebral cortex activation during upright standing tasks in individuals with chronic neck pain: an fNIRS study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Studies show that individuals with chronic neck pain (CNP) exhibit postural control deficits, potentially contributing to persistent and recurrent pain. However, the neural mechanisms underlying these deficits in CNP remain unexplored despite their importance for developing effective rehabilitation strategies. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the neural activity during postural control using functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), providing insights into the central mechanism underlying postural control deficits in individuals with CNP.

Methods

In this cross-sectional study, 10 individuals with CNP (CNP group) and 10 healthy controls (HC group) were assessed under three conditions: Task 1, standing on a force plate with eyes open and both feet;

SUBMITTER: Xiao C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11906313 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature