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NCT Number: NCT06521970

Dynamic Posture and Head Position in Kyphotic Female and Male

This study examined the comparison of dynamic posture and head position in kyphotic ındividuals according to gender.

Methods: A total of 54 female and male adolescents (between the ages of 12 and 18) with a thoracic kyphosis (TK) angle of ≥ 50° were divided into two groups according to gender.

The kyphosis angle, dynamic postural performance, and forward head position were measured using a flexible ruler, Mathiass test, and occiput wall distance.

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Key information

Conditions

Kyphosis Thoracic Postural Kyphosis Postural, Thoracic Kyphosis

Age range

12 year–18 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Gaziantep Islam Science and Technology University

Gaziantep, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

This study examined the comparison of dynamic posture and head position in kyphotic ındividuals according to gender.

Methods: This observational cross-sectional study was conducted with 54 subjects. Subjects aged 12 to 18 years with a kyphosis angle of ≥50º and the children and their parents who agreed to participate in the study were included. Individuals with Scheurmann kyphosis, scoliosis (Cobb angle >10°), and other congenital spine abnormalities were excluded.

The kyphosis angle was measured using a smartphone inclinometer. Dynamic posture was assessed using the Matthias test. Head position was obtained using occiput-wall distance.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Subjects with a kyphosis angle of ≥50º and the children and their parents who agreed to participate in the study were included.

Exclusion criteria

  • Individuals with Scheurmann kyphosis, scoliosis (Cobb angle >10°), and other congenital spine abnormalities were excluded.

Treatment and study plan

The kyphosis angle

Diagnostic Test

The subject was positioned in a neutral standing position. the short side of the phone was placed on the T1-3 spinous process and the protractor was set to 0°. Subsequently, the phone was placed on the T12, and the angular value displayed on the screen was recorded as the kyphotic angle.

Other names: Thorasic kyphosis

dynamic postural performance

Diagnostic Test

The test measures spinal alignment deviations during static loading in the 90° shoulder flexion position. The test measurements are made in a standing position with arms 90° flexed, without weight, and after 30 seconds with weight.

Other names: Matthias Test

forward head position

Diagnostic Test

The individual stands with his heels and pelvis in contact with the wall. The severity of kyphosis is interpreted by measuring the distance between the occiput and the wall in cm with the head facing forward. The intensity of kyphosis is classified as mild (≤5 cm), moderate (5.1-8 cm) and severe (>8 cm)

Other names: Occiput-Wall Distance

Primary outcomes

  1. Matthias test

    Time frame: 1 year

    Matthias test assesses dynamic postural performance

Secondary outcomes

  1. Occiput wall distance

    Time frame: 1 year

    Occiput wall distance is an assessment method to determine forward head posture in clinical settings.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Gaziantep Islam Science and Technology University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Comparison of Dynamic Posture and Head Position in Kyphotic Individuals According to Gender

Acronym: DPHP

Important dates

Study start
2023
Primary completion
2024
Study completion
2024
First posted
Jul 26, 2024
Registry last updated
Jul 26, 2024

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