The Effects of Gong’s Mobilization on the Cervical Range of Motion and the Resting and Concentration States of the Brain of College Students

Abstract

[Purpose] This study examined the effects of Gong’s mobilization on the cervical lordosis, forward head posture (FHP), cervical range of motion (ROM), and the resting and concentration states of the brain. [Subjects]Forty college students who had problems with cervical posture and ROM were divided into a Gong’s mobilization group (n=20) (an experimental group) and a control group (n=20). [Methods] We performed Gong’s mobilization on the experimental group three times per week for four weeks and looked at the effects of Gong’s mobilization on cervical lordosis, FHP, and cervical ROM. We also examined the effects of Gong’s mobilization on the brain’s activation levels by analyzing brain waves during the brain’s resting and concentrating states using neuro-feedback equipment. [Results] Gong’s mobilization increased cervical lordosis, cervical extension ROM (CER), and the ranges of flexion and extension motion (RFEM). It also decreased FHP and enhanced the brain’s resting state, rest-α, low rest-β, and high rest-β waves; and during concentration, it increased high β waves. [Conclusion] Gong’s mobilization improved FHP and increased the ROM of the cervical spinal area. These improvements in dynamic parts are effective at enhancing the brain’s resting state, which indicates that Gong’s mobilization may affect the maximization of the brain’s steady state and attention and concentration.