The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of two therapeutic techniques-Cervical Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glide (SNAG) and Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)-in the treatment of mechanical neck pain. The trial seeks to determine which method is more effective in reducing pain, improving range of motion, and enhancing overall neck function in individuals suffering from mechanical neck pain.
• Both genders (males and females)
Age between 20 and 45 years
History of neck pain >3 month, with tenderness on palpation present on sternocleidomastoid and Levator scapulae muscles and pain aggravated by activities involving turning head towards the side
Patients with pain on NPRS (at least 3)
• patients with recent injuries or surgeries in and around the neck region
Cervical nerve root lesion (radiculopathy)
Traumatic injuries like whiplash injury
malignancy in and around the neck region