Study Design Systematic review of clinical measurement. Objective To find and synthesize
evidence on the psychometric properties and usefulness of the neck disability index (NDI) …

BACKGROUND: Published in 1991, the Neck Disability Index (NDI) was the first instrument
designed to assess self-rated disability in patients with neck pain. This article reviews the …

Background: Virtual reality (VR) applied to patients with neck pain is a promising
intervention to produce positive effects when used alone or combined with exercise …

Objectives: To conduct a systematic search and synthesis of evidence about the
measurement properties of the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) and the Visual Analog …

OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this literature review was to synthesize the existing literature on
various definitions, classifications, selection criteria, and outcome measures used in different …

Study Design. A systematic review was conducted. Objective. To identify, evaluate, and
compare standard scales for assessing neck pain or dysfunction. Summary of Background …

Background: Neck pain is a common problem, but the effectiveness of frequently applied
conservative therapies has never been directly compared. Objective: To determine the …

Purpose To critically appraise and compare the measurement properties of the original
versions of neck-specific questionnaires. Methods Bibliographic databases were searched …

The ultimate goals of intervention for spinal pathology are to improve the patient's quality of
life, restore function, and relieve pain. Traditional clinician‐based assessments typically fall …

STUDY DESIGN: Best evidence synthesis. OBJECTIVE: To critically appraise and
synthesize the literature on assessment of neck pain. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA …