1Intern, Faculty of Physiotherapy, Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences Deemed University, Karad, District-Satara, Maharashtra
2Assistant Lecturer, Faculty of Physiotherapy, Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences Deemed University, Karad, District-Satara, Maharashtra
To find the effect of intermittent cervical traction on blood pressure and pulse rate in the subjects with cervical spondylosis.
31 subjects within the age group of 30–60 years, diagnosed with cervical spondylosis coming to Physiotherapy department of Krishna hospital, Karad were selected for the study.10% of total body weight of the subject was chosen for the application ofcervical traction. Systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood pressure (DBP) and pulse rate(PR) were measured before, during 5 minutes interval and after5 min of cessation of intermittent Cervical Traction (CT) in supine position.
The data statistically analysed using Repeated Measures ANOVA. A decrease in SBPnoted during and post-application of cervical tractionwhen compared to pre-traction values and the results were extremely significant(p<0.001). Significant (p<0.001)reductionwas seen in DBPduring and after traction compared to pre-traction values. However, PR values reduced significantly(p<0.001) during traction than pre-traction but there was no significant (p>0.05) difference noted after traction compared to during traction PR values.
Significant reduction noted in SBP, DBP and PR values during and following cervical traction application. Thus as a precautionary measureapplication of CT requires careful assessment of cardiovascular parameters before application.
cervical spondylosis, intermittent cervical traction, supine position, blood pressure, pulse rate
