Effects of Posture Exercises With and Without Breathing Exercises in Forward Head Posture
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 招募中
- 入组人数
- 36
- 试验地点
- 2
- 主要终点
- photogrammetry for CVA and cervical range of motion(ROM) (image j)
研究概览
简要总结
This study aims to compare the effects of postural exercises with and without breathing exercises in the subjects having forward head posture.
详细描述
Forward head posture (FHP) is a prevalent postural deviation that can occur in individuals of various age groups, spanning from childhood to old age. It manifests as an anterior positioning of the head in relation to the neck in the sagittal plane. . FHP is commonly associated with the excessive extension of the upper cervical spine (C1-C3) and flexion of the lower cervical spine (C4-C7). A common method to diagnose forward head posture is by measuring craniovertebral angle i.e. if CVA<49 than FHP is positive. In many cases faulty postures are linked with different musculoskeletal conditions as well as breathing difficulties. Forward head posture specifically impairs the mobility and functionality of the diaphragm, resulting in inefficient contraction of abdominal muscles and reduced lung capacity. A randomized clinical trial will be conducted so that we can rule out proper treatment protocol for forward head posture.
For this randomized clinical trial, 36 participants having forward head posture will be recruited from Sehat medical complex and shalamar hospitals Lahore by nonprobability convenient sampling. Participants will divide in two groups A and B by randomization. Group A will be given both exercise regimes of postural exercises and breathing exercises while group B will be given with only postural exercise protocol. Pain, ROM and craniovertebral angle will be assessment before the treatment start, after 5 weeks and at the end of treatment after 10 weeks. After the collection of data in 8 months, Statistical analysis using SPSS version 21, will be done to summarize the results.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Treatment
- 盲法
- Double (Participant, Outcomes Assessor)
盲法说明
participants of both group are informed about possible risk and potential benefits but don't know which group they are placed in. assessors are also masked. concealment will be done via sealed opaque method.
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 20 Years 至 35 Years（Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 是
入选标准
- •Individuals with 20 to 35 years of age, both male and female
- •Individuals with CVA <49.
排除标准
- •History of Surgery of thorax or spine or both.
- •Traumatic neck injury.
- •Acute or chronic neuro-muscular pain.
- •Clinical deformity present in thoracic cage or spine
研究组 & 干预措施
postural exercises with breathing exercises
The postural exercise program consisted of two strengthening and stretching exercises. The exercises involved chin tucks in, shoulder retraction , and unilateral and bilateral pectoralis stretches alternating each 2-week period. 36 Participants were instructed to complete 3 sets of 12 repetitions of the strengthening exercises and 3 stretching exercises held for 30 seconds each.
For the breathing exercises in experimental group, breathing program includes respiratory muscle training, relaxation techniques, breathing techniques, e.g., deep breathing, hand controlled abdominal/diaphragmatic breathing, aimed stretching and strengthening exercises are combined with each other. Deep breathing, controlled diaphragmatic breathing, slow relaxed exhalation with pursed lips technique, direct apnoea exercises and segmental breathing techniques. exercise protocol will be continued for 10 weeks with and initial, after 5 weeks and final assessment of pain and CVA.
干预措施: postural exercises with breathing exercises (Other)
postural exercises without breathing exercises
In this study forward head posture will be defined as CVA<49°, which was diagnosed by photogrammetry method.
The postural exercise program consisted of two strengthening and stretching exercises. The exercises involved
(a) chin tucks in (c) shoulder retraction , and (d) unilateral and bilateral pectoralis stretches alternating each 2-week period. 36 Participants were instructed to complete 3 sets of 12 repetitions of the strengthening exercises and 3 stretching exercises held for 30 seconds each. This program was to be repeated 4 times per week. They also returned for a consultation every 2 weeks to be checked for exercise technique and progression, if appropriate. Progress to the next exercise level was indicated if the participant could complete 12 repetitions, 3 times easily with correct form.
干预措施: postural exercises (Other)
结局指标
主要结局
photogrammetry for CVA and cervical range of motion(ROM) (image j)
时间窗: 6 weeks
CVA, can be measured using the lateral photo exposing C7 and the ear. The participants will maintain the natural head posture through the measurement method of self balance posture.It is the angle made by the line that connects the seventh cervical spine with the tragus and the horizontal line of 7th cervical spine in the standing position. A CVA is of ,49 is characterized as Forward head posture. image j is an image processing and analysis program that can read both image file formats and raw formats. it has been introduces as a reliable assessment tool used to measure cervical angle in several studies on forward head posture.
次要结局
- Numeric pain rating scale (NPRS):(6 weeks)
- Goniometer(6 weeks)