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NCT Number: NCT06739889

Effects of ELAVl and CDOA vs Upper Thoracic Mobilization on Forward Head Posture in Upper Cross Syndrome

This randomized controlled study will examine the patient of forward head posture who suffering with upper cross syndrome. There will be comparison of two treatment methods 1st one is elongation longitudinaux articular vertebral and columnar decoaption osteo-articulaire also known as ELDOA and 2nd is upper thoracic mobilization .

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Key information

Conditions

Cross Syndrome Oculocerebral hypopigmentation syndrome type Preus

Age range

20 year–45 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Allied hospital, Masjid ismail Rd

Faisalābad, Punjab Province, Pakistan

About this study

This study includes 42 participants, both male and female, age between 20 to 45. ELDOA target the cervical and upper thoracic spine to improve range of motion, restore normal cervical and thoracic spine alignment and reduce muscle tension. Upper thoracic mobilization improve thoracic spine mobility and enhance cervical spine alignment.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

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

Inclusion criteria

  • Adult between (20 to 45 year) with upper cross syndrome
  • CVA angle less than 48-50 degrees.
  • No history of spinal injury and fracture
  • limited cervical range of motion

Exclusion criteria

  • Severe spinal degeneration or deformity
  • Injury or surgery
  • Cervical radiculopathy
  • Severe osteoporosis
  • Malignancy of upper extremity of thorax
  • Obesity

Treatment and study plan

Elongation longitudinaux articular vertebral and columnar decoaption osteo-articulaire also known as ELDOA

Diagnostic Test

ELDOA targtes cervical and upper thoracic spine. ELDOA exercises involves spicific postural holds that improve forward neck posture.The goal of ELDOA is to help reduce stress and increase space in the vertebral joints so that muscles can move freely. The benefits of these stretches include joint mobility, increased fluid absorption in the discs of the spine, flexibility, improved muscle tone, postural alignment, body-mind connection, and coordination. The tension and release created by these stretches helps normalize the posture.

upper thoracic mobilization

Diagnostic Test

Upper thoracic mobilization, often known as joint mobilization, is a common technique in manual therapy. In order to preserve or restore joint mobility, this approach glides and uses distraction on the joint surfaces.

Primary outcomes

  1. Tragus to wall test

    Time frame: 12 Months

    Tragus to wall test for forward head posture assessment: normal below 10 centimetres , 10.1- 12 centimetres for mild positive forward head posture,12.1-15 centimetres moderate forward head posture, less than 15 centimetres severe forward head posture.

  2. Craniovertebral angle assess

    Time frame: 12 Months

    Craniovertebral angle assess by web plot digitizer software: normal CVA value 48-50 degree, positive forward head posture less than 48 degree

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Superior University

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Registry information

Official study title

Effects of Elongation Longitudinaux Articular Vertebral and Columnar Decoaption Osteo-articulaire Versus Upper Thoracic Mobilization on Forward Head Posture in Upper Cross Syndrome

Important dates

Study start
2024
Primary completion
2024
Study completion
2025
First posted
Dec 18, 2024
Registry last updated
Dec 18, 2024

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