Global burden of neck pain

Based on some studies, out of the 291 cases investigated in the worldwide burden of disease in 2010, neck pain rank was 21st in relations of universal weight and 4th in context with overall disability. Disability-adjusted life years enlarged from 23.9 million (95% CI 16.5 to 33.1) in 1990 to 33.6 million (95% CI 23.5 to 46.5) in 2010.

The financial load because of the disorders of the neck is hugely at the peak and comprises of expenses of treatment, missing wages, and compensation of costs. Disability associated with neck pain and linked reoccurrences can suggestively influence on employee’s efficiency and the money matters of families and societies.

The financial weight of neck pain is secondary to low back pain in workers’ compensation privileges in the United States and Sweden.Neck, and shoulder complications responsible for 18% of all disability expenditures.

One research described the total cost-effective treatment of neck pain in the Netherlands in 1996 was predicted to approximately 1% of the entire health care expenses.

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Khader Adel

A highly motivated and experienced Physiotherapist with a passion for enhancing physical well-being in diverse settings, including humanitarian efforts with MSF NGO and the private sector. Committed to delivering quality therapy and constantly expanding my skill set, particularly in manual therapies. A seasoned team player with over a decade of experience in multidisciplinary environments, dedicated to successfully improving patients' lives.
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