SERTİFİKALI MULLIGAN MOBİLİZASYON® UYGULAYICILARININ PERSPEKTİFİNDEN SERVİKOJENİK BAŞ AĞRISINDA FİZYOTERAPİ - BİR DELPHI ÇALIŞMASI

Abstract

Purpose: Cervicogenic headache is a common disorder that physiotherapists may encounter in the clinic. There are many methods in the literature about the evaluation and treatment of this disorder. This study aims to create a consensus on the opinions of physiotherapist with certification Mulligan Concept Practitioners about Mulligan Concept and other frequently used physiotherapy approaches in people with cervical headache. Methods: This study was planned to be completed in 3 internet-based survey rounds. The surveys were sent to physiotherapist certified as Mulligan Practitioner. The consensus was achieved when 70% of the experts agreed. Results: Consensus was reached on 16 key messages. The most frequently preferred assessment methods are Visual Analogue Scale, Neck Disability Index, Flexion Rotataion Test, and Range of Motion. In addition to Mulligan mobilization, exercise therapy and patient education were the most commonly used treatment options. Conclusions: It is thought that this study provides important key messages about Mulligan mobilization and physiotherapy methods that can be used in addition to this technique in the evaluation and rehabilitation of people with cervicogenic headache.