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NCT Number: NCT06927167

Effect of Exercises on Forward Head Posture

The Study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of chin tuck exercises in improving forward head posture.

To assess the impact of cervical extension exercises on forward head posture. To determine which exercise protocol provides superior results for FHP

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Key information

Conditions

Postural; Defect

Age range

30 year–45 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Riphah international University malakand campus

Malakand, KPK, 23060, Pakistan

About this study

The study focus on understanding Forward head posture (FHP). Forward head posture (FHP) is a common musculoskeletal disorder characterized by a shift of the head forward in relation to the vertical axis of the body. This condition increases the load on the cervical spine, causing discomfort, pain and impaired musculoskeletal function. The incidence of FHP has increased significantly due to sedentary lifestyles and prolonged use of electronic devices, making it a pressing problem for healthcare providers.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

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

Inclusion criteria

  • Participants falling in this category would be recruited into the study.
  • Adults aged 30-45 years with diagnosed forward head posture.
  • Chronic nonspecific neck pain for at least 3 months.
  • FHP diagnosed via craniovertebral angle measurement.

Exclusion criteria

  • Participants fall in this category would be excluded of the study.
  • History of cervical spine surgery or trauma.
  • Severe cervical instability or neurological deficits.
  • Systemic diseases affecting posture.

Treatment and study plan

Chin Tuck Exercise

Other

Chin Tuck Exercises and Cervical Extension Exercises on Forward Head Posture

Seated cervical extension exercises

Other

Perform seated cervical extension exercises focusing on activating posterior neck muscles

Primary outcomes

  1. Craniovertebral angle measurement

    Time frame: 4 weeks

    The craniovertebral angle (CVA) is a measurement of the angle between the neck and the head. It's used to assess head posture and forward head posture (FHP)

Secondary outcomes

  1. Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) for pain.

    Time frame: 4 weeks

    A Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) is a pain assessment tool where patients rate their pain intensity on a scale from 0 to 10, with "0" representing "no pain" and "10" representing "the worst pain imaginable

Other outcomes

  1. Neck Disability Index (NDI) for functional outcomes.

    Time frame: 4 weeks

    The Neck Disability Index (NDI) is a questionnaire that measures how neck pain affects a person's daily life. It's used to assess functional outcomes and disability in patients with neck pain

Study contacts

Contact information is provided by the study sponsor or research team.

Ataur Rahman, MS-PT

CONTACT

[email protected]

03038371112

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Riphah International University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

The Effect of Chin Tuck Exercises and Cervical Extension Exercises on Forward Head Posture

Important dates

Study start
2025
Primary completion
2026
Study completion
2026
First posted
Apr 15, 2025
Registry last updated
Jul 15, 2025

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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