| Variables | Male, Mean ± SD | Female, Mean ± SD | Mean Difference (Female-Male) | p Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short Form of the McGill Pain Questionnaire | ||||
| Sensory Pain Rating Index (0-33) | 8.8 ± 5.9 | 11.1 ± 5.9 | 2.26 | .29 |
| Affective Pain Rating Index (0-12) | 1.8 ± 1.39 | 2 ± 1.8 | .23 | .75 |
| Total Pain Rating Index (0-45) | 10.6 ± 6.9 | 13 ± 6.9 | 2.4 | .34 |
| Present Pain Intensity-Visual Analog Scale (0-10) | 4.4 ± 1.5 | 4.6 ± 2.1 | .15 | .83 |
| Evaluative overall intensity of total pain experience (0-5) | 2.1 ± 0.6 | 2.3 ± 0.9 | .23 | .46 |
| Disability and Comorbidity | ||||
| Neck Disability Index (in %) | 17.4 ± 9 | 35 ± 17.6 | 18.5 | .003 |
| Comorbidity Status (0-39) | 2.4 ± 2.3 | 4.5 ± 2.7 | 2.1 | .03 |