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Effect of aerobic and high-intensity interval training on respiratory function in individuals with neck pain: A randomized controlled trial

Boyun ağrılı bireylerde aerobik ve yüksek yoğunluklu interval eğitimin solunum fonksiyonları üzerine etkisi: Randomize kontrollü çalışma

Sinem Ayyıldız Çınar(HACETTEPE ÜNİVERSİTESİ, FİZİK TEDAVİ VE REHABİLİTASYON FAKÜLTESİ)0000-0002-2064-2284
Aynur Demirel(HACETTEPE ÜNİVERSİTESİ, FİZİK TEDAVİ VE REHABİLİTASYON FAKÜLTESİ)0000-0002-5773-6292
Levent Şahiner(HACETTEPE ÜNİVERSİTESİ, TIP FAKÜLTESİ, DAHİLİ TIP BİLİMLERİ BÖLÜMÜ, KARDİYOLOJİ ANABİLİM DALI)0000-0002-0985-3144
Halil Kamil Öge(HACETTEPE ÜNİVERSİTESİ, TIP FAKÜLTESİ, CERRAHİ TIP BİLİMLERİ BÖLÜMÜ, BEYİN VE SİNİR CERRAHİSİ ANABİLİM DALI)0000-0002-8823-851X
Sevil Bilgin(HACETTEPE ÜNİVERSİTESİ, FİZİK TEDAVİ VE REHABİLİTASYON FAKÜLTESİ)0000-0003-1597-1312
Pages
89–100
Publication Date
2026-07-31
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This can contribute to patient-centered positive outcomes by increasing exercise compliance.

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Objective & Hypothesis:Purpose: The aim of this study was to compare the effects of aerobic exercise (AE) and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on respiratory muscle strength, respiratory function, pain, and disability levels in individuals with chronic neck pain.
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Key Findings & Data:Methods: This study, designed as a randomized controlled single-blind trial, involved 50 individuals aged 18–55 years (mean age 40.52 ± 10.90) with chronic pain, who were randomly assigned to the AE group (n = 16), the YYAA group (n = 16), and the control group (n = 18).
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Conclusion & Impact:This can contribute to patient-centered positive outcomes by increasing exercise compliance.
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⚙️Variables:Solunum kasları · Solunum fonksiyon testleri · Boyun ağrısı

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Purpose: The aim of this study was to compare the effects of aerobic exercise (AE) and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on respiratory muscle strength, respiratory function, pain, and disability levels in individuals with chronic neck pain. Methods: This study, designed as a randomized controlled single-blind trial, involved 50 individuals aged 18–55 years (mean age 40.52 ± 10.90) with chronic pain, who were randomly assigned to the AE group (n = 16), the YYAA group (n = 16), and the control group (n = 18). Respiratory muscle strength (MIP, MEP), respiratory function tests (Forced expiratory volume (FEV1), forced vital capacity (FVC), (FEV1/FVC), peak expiratory flow rate (PEF 25–75%), Peak expiratory flow rate (PEF), pain intensity (VAS), and neck disability index were evaluated. Results: Both intervention groups showed a statistically significant increase in MIP compared to the control group (p 0.05). Both exercise groups showed similar levels of improvement in pain level and disability (p<0.05). Conclusion: AE and YYAA are effective approaches for increasing respiratory muscle strength, and reducing pain, and disability levels in individuals with chronic neck pain. YYAA stands out for its superior effect on expiratory muscle strength. YYAA can be integrated into rehabilitation protocols for individuals with chronic neck pain as an exercise approach that participants find enjoyable and feasible. This can contribute to patient-centered positive outcomes by increasing exercise compliance.

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Amaç: Bu çalışmanın amacı kronik boyun ağrısı olan bireylerde aerobik egzersiz (AE) ve yüksek yoğunluklu aralıklı antrenmanın (YYAA) solunum kas kuvveti, solunum fonksiyonları, ağrı ve özür düzeyi üzerindeki etkilerini karşılaştırmaktı. Yöntem: Randomize kontrollü tek kör bir çalışma olarak planlanan bu çalışma, 18-55 yaş aralığında (ortalama yaş 40,52±10,90) 50 kronik ağrılı bireyin randomize olarak AE (n=16), YYAA (n=16) ve kontrol grubu olarak (n=18) ayrılması ile gerçekleşti. Solunum kas kuvveti (MİP, MEP), solunum fonksiyon testleri [Zorlu hava hacmi (𝐹𝐸𝑉1), Zorlu vital kapasite (FVC), (𝐹𝐸𝑉1/FVC), maksimal ekspirasyon ortası akım hızı (𝐹𝐸𝐹%25−75), Zirve ekspiratuar akım hızı (PEF)], ağrı şiddeti (VAS) ve boyun özür indeksi değerlendirildi. Bulgular: Her iki uygulama grubu, kontrol grubuna göre MİP değerinde istatistiksel olarak anlamlı artış gösterdi (p 0.05). Ağrı düzeyi ve özür açısından her iki egzersiz grubu benzer düzeyde iyileşme gösterdi (p<0.05). Sonuç: AE ve YYAA, kronik boyun ağrısı olan bireylerde solunum kas kuvvetini artırmada, ağrı ve özür düzeyini azaltmada etkili yaklaşımlardır. YYAA, ekspiratuar kas kuvveti üzerindeki üstün etkisiyle öne çıkmaktadır. YYAA, katılımcıların keyifli bulduğu ve uygulanabilir bir egzersiz yaklaşımı olarak kronik boyun ağrılı bireylerin rehabilitasyon protokollerine entegre edilebilir. Bu durum, egzersize uyumu artırarak hasta odaklı olumlu sonuçlara katkı sağlayabilir.

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Çınar, S. A., Demirel, A., Şahiner, L., Öge, H. K., Bilgin, S. (2026). Effect of aerobic and high-intensity interval training on respiratory function in individuals with neck pain: A randomized controlled trial. Journal of Exercise Therapy and Rehabilitation, Cilt: 13 Sayı: 2, 89–100. https://doi.org/10.15437/jetr.1750165

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