Efetividade do Conceito Mulligan na dor, qualidade do sono, capacidade funcional e mobilidade cervical na cefaleia cervicogênica

Abstract

Introduction: Cervicogenic headache is a secondary pain related to cervical dysfunctions, often associated with limited movement and functional impact. Mulligan Concept mobilizations use joint glides to reposition structures and relieve pain. Objective: To describe the effects of the Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glide (SNAGs) technique on pain, sleep quality, functional capacity, and cervical mobility in adults with cervicogenic headache. Methodology: This is a quasi-experimental, quantitative study conducted with 10 participants. The Visual Analog Scale was used for pain assessment, the Oswestry Disability Index for cervical function, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index for sleep quality, and a Fleximeter for cervical mobility. Results: A significant reduction in pain (p<0.01) and an increase in the range of all investigated cervical movements (p≤0.01) were observed after the intervention in participants with cervicogenic headache. On the other hand, there was no significant improvement in functional capacity (p=0.91) or sleep quality (p=1.00). Conclusion: The technique proved effective in relieving pain and improving cervical mobility. Its short-term positive effects, combined with easy, safe, and non-invasive application, reinforce its importance in physiotherapy practice.