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Internet-based neck-specific exercise for individuals with chronic Whiplash Associated Disorders

Reference number
Coordinator Region Sörmland - Gunnel Peterson VC Linden
Funding from Vinnova SEK 1 000 000
Project duration August 2018 - April 2021
Status Completed
Venture Medtech4Health innovators

Important results from the project

The aim of the project was to conduct a RCT and to analyze primary outcome measures, write a regulatory plan, apply for design protection and patents, as well as to implement the results in health care if good study results. The randomized study is conducted. The ISO classification and regulatory work of the web-based training program is complete. Market research has been conducted. Registration with the Medical Products Agency for medical device takes place June 2021. A company and a proposal for name protection for products and implementation is in progress.

Expected long term effects

Results from a randomized controlled study has shown that a web-based neck-specific exercise program resulted in the same significant and clinically relevant improvements as visits 2 times/ week for 3 months at a physiotherapist clinic. This means that we now have confirm the evidence for neck-specific exercise for individuals with chronic Whiplash Associated Disorders. Neck-specific exercise may be implemented in primary health care. Through the Inera (1177) internet platform the web-program will be available for Swedish physiotherapists.

Approach and implementation

A randomized controlled multicenter study has been conducted in 10 Swedish county councils. Analysis of the main outcome has been done and is ongoing for the others. The ISO classification and regulatory work of the web-based training program is complete. Market research has been conducted. Registration with the Medical Products Agency for medical device takes place June 2021. A company and a proposal for name protection for products and implementation is in progress.

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Last updated 31 May 2021

Reference number 2018-02244