Effects of an artificial intelligence-based exercise program on pain intensity and disability in patients with neck pain compared with group exercise therapy: A cohort study

IF 1.2 Q3 REHABILITATION JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES Pub Date : 2025-02-27 DOI:10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.02.018

Griefahn Annika , Hartmann Rica , Avermann Florian , Zalpour Christoff , Luedtke Kerstin

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Abstract

Objectives

This study compares the effects of an artificial intelligence app-based exercise program with group exercise therapy on pain intensity and neck-related disability in patients with neck pain.

Participants

84 patients with neck pain. 70 fulfilled the study requirements. 52 were in the intervention and 18 in the comparison group.

Intervention

The intervention group utilized an AI-based exercise program accessible via digital devices. The AI provided 3–5 daily exercises tailored to individual feedback, pain intensity, and well-being. The exercise duration was up to 15 min per day. The comparison group attended up to two 45-min group exercise sessions weekly.

Methods

Pain intensity and neck-related disability were assessed using an 11-point numerical rating scale and the Neck Disability Index via online questionnaires at baseline, 4 weeks, and 8 weeks. The non-parametric Mann-Whitney U test was used to test for between group differences.

Results

After 8 weeks, the intervention group showed a significantly lower pain intensity than the comparison group (U = 287, Z = −2.447, p = 0.042, r = 0.3). Compared to baseline, the intervention group showed a significant reduction in neck pain (Chi² (2) = 15.775, p < 0.001, W = 0.15) and an improvement in neck-related disability (Chi² (2) = 25.094, p < 0.001, W = 0.24). The comparison group showed no significant change over time.

Conclusion

The app-based exercise program demonstrated promising results for the reduction of pain intensity and neck-related disability, offering a personalized and mobile alternative to group exercise therapy for patients with neck pain.

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期刊介绍： The Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies brings you the latest therapeutic techniques and current professional debate. Publishing highly illustrated articles on a wide range of subjects this journal is immediately relevant to everyday clinical practice in private, community and primary health care settings. Techiques featured include: • Physical Therapy • Osteopathy • Chiropractic • Massage Therapy • Structural Integration • Feldenkrais • Yoga Therapy • Dance • Physiotherapy • Pilates • Alexander Technique • Shiatsu and Tuina