A self-assessment tool used to quantify the impact of neck pain on a person’s daily life is described herein. It consists of a questionnaire addressing various activities, such as pain intensity, personal care, lifting, reading, headaches, concentration, work, driving, sleeping, and recreation. Each section requires the individual to select a statement that best describes their experience, and numerical values are assigned to each selection. The summation of these values provides a total score reflecting the level of disability experienced due to neck discomfort.
This instrument serves as a valuable method for monitoring patient progress and evaluating the effectiveness of treatments. Its utilization provides clinicians with a standardized and objective measure, enhancing communication and aiding in informed clinical decision-making. Its development provided a readily accessible and easily administered method for assessing functional limitations associated with cervical spine conditions, improving upon earlier, more cumbersome evaluation methods.
