Non-specific neck pain is a prevalent condition causing discomfort, reduced craniovertebral angle, and disability. This randomized controlled trial will evaluate the combined effects of Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glides (SNAGs) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) on pain, posture, and function. Group A will receive SNAGs and CBT, while Group B will undergo SNAGs with cervical stabilization exercises, twice weekly for four weeks. Outcomes will include pain, craniovertebral angle, and disability, analyzed using SPSS.
Age group: 18-28 Years(20)
Gender Group: Both male and female participants(20)
Individuals with a Craniovertebral angle <53(20)
Individuals having grade 2 neck pain according to KNGF Guidelines.(21)
Those who had undergone spinal surgery(23)
Neck pain caused by various pathologies (rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, fracture, tumor, etc.)(23)
Nerve root compression, (23)
A positive vertebrobasilar artery test, (23)