IJPR.2025.147
Type of Article: Original Research
Volume 13; Issue 4 (November 2025)
Page No.: 4936-4940
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.16965/ijpr.2025.147
Comparison of Scapular Muscle Endurance and Craniovertebral Angle in Motorbike Riders with and Without Neck Pain: A Pilot Study
Priya S 1, Nimmy A 2, Sidarth O *3.
1 Associate Professor, Laxmi Memorial College of Physiotherapy, Mangalore, Karnataka, India.
2 Assistant Professor, Laxmi Memorial College of Physiotherapy, Mangalore, Karnataka, India.
*3 Post Graduate, Laxmi Memorial College of Physiotherapy, Mangalore, Karnataka, India.
Corresponding Author: Sidarth O, Post Graduate, Laxmi Memorial College of Physiotherapy, Mangalore, Karnataka, India. E-Mail: Sidarthsajeendran36@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
Background: Motorbike drivers are frequently exposed to sustained postures, road vibrations, and repetitive upper limb movements, making them prone to musculoskeletal issues, particularly in the cervical and scapular regions. Scapular muscle endurance and craniovertebral angle (CVA) are crucial parameters related to postural control and neck function. Alterations in these factors may contribute to or result from neck dysfunction.
Context and purpose of study: To compare scapular muscle endurance and craniovertebral angle in motorbike drivers with neck pain and those without neck pain.
Results: The unpaired t-test revealed a statistically significant difference in mean scapular muscle endurance between the neck pain group (15.92kg) and the non-neck pain group (20kg), with a p-value of 0.008. Similarly, the craniovertebral angle was markedly reduced in those with neck pain (mean = 43.17°) compared to those without (mean = 49.25°), with a highly significant difference.
Conclusion: Participants with neck pain have significantly lower scapular muscle endurance and a smaller craniovertebral angle (CVA) than those without neck pain.
Key words: Cervical spine Angle, Forward Head Posture, Cervical Pain, Scapulothoracic Muscle Endurance.
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