Diaphragmatic Breathing and Electroacupuncture for Chronic Neck Pain

Chronic neck pain (CNP) is characterized as persisting pain for more than 3 months, whichhas a longer expected recovery time. It may be linked to a deficiency or modification ofthe proprioception of the neck muscles, which is essential for head motor control,cervical joint position, and postural stability (PS). In terms of pain and disability,neck discomfort presents a significant medical problem for patients. According toreports, neck pain is a major cause of illness and a global hardship. The most typicalsigns of the aforementioned condition are localized, dull, and deep muscle discomfort.Additional symptoms include exhaustion, stiffness, pain, decreased activity, involvementrestriction, and difficulty performing coordinated motions.Standard physiotherapy for persistent neck pain, which includes stretching, isometricexercises, and hot pack therapy, has been shown in recent trials (2021‐2024) toeffectively reduce pain and improve function. Isometric exercises, self‐stretching,active range of motion, heat packs, and self‐mobilization methods were all used in thisrecent randomized controlled experiment.A breathing technique called diaphragmatic breathing training encourages maximumexhalation, enhances lung ventilation, and facilitates the release of secretions from thetrachea. The objectives of these exercises are to modify the recruitment of respiratorymuscles, decrease hyperinflation, enhance respiratory muscle function, maximisethoracoabdominal mobility, and lessen dyspnoea. Through diaphragmatic respiration, theycan support trunk stability and lung function and posture correction.CNP is also treated in traditional medicine using various techniques. Electroacupuncture(EA) is one of such techniques; it is safe and doesn't require medication, and numerousstudies have shown that it effectively reduces pain and enhances patients' quality oflife. Electroacupuncture (EA) is a modified form of acupuncture in which, following atraditional acupuncture procedure, weak electronic currents are applied through theneedles.