Effect of Multimodal Physiotherapy on Sleep Quality and Architecture in Patients With Chronic Neck Pain With Sleep Disturbance: A Randomised Clinical Trial.
Musculoskeletal CareSep 1, 2026
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Mosab M Aldabbas, Tarushi Tanwar, Iram Iram et al.
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In 30 seconds
This randomized clinical trial evaluated the effects of multimodal physiotherapy on sleep quality and architecture in 30 men with chronic neck pain and sleep disturbances. Results showed significant improvements in sleep quality for both treatment groups, with the group receiving myofascial release therapy demonstrating greater enhancements in polysomnographic parameters, particularly N1% and REM%.
Key findings
- Both treatment groups showed significant improvement in sleep quality (time effect p < 0.001).
- Group receiving myofascial release therapy had greater overall improvement in sleep quality (group effect p = 0.003).
- Adding myofascial release therapy led to greater changes in PSG N1% and REM% compared to exercise plus interferential current therapy.
Why it matters
Improving sleep quality and architecture in patients with chronic neck pain can enhance overall health and quality of life. This study provides evidence for the effectiveness of multimodal physiotherapy in addressing both pain and sleep disturbances.