Impact of Forward Head Posture on Ankle Joint Torque and Power : A Correlational Study
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 已完成
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 31
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Craniovertebral angle
研究概览
简要总结
The biomechanical relationships between the head, spine, and lower extremities make forward head posture a significant concern. Nowadays, young adults are more prone to using technologies for extended period of time. This technological diversity is leading the population in constant anterior movement of neck putting unwanted pressure on muscles of neck and upper back and hence causing forward head posture .
The purpose of the study is to investigate the impact of forward head posture on ankle joint torque and power. By analyzing these two key aspects, the study aims to determine the effect of reduced craniovertebral angle in individuals with forward head posture on ankle joint forces like torque and power .The findings could provide a valuable insight towards a holistic approach of assessment and treatment strategies for ankle or head and neck postural deviations. It might imply that improving the forward head posture could aid in improving the mechanics of the ankle joint. Additionally, this research may contribute to the evaluation of risk of skeletal and soft tissue injuries influenced by FHP on distal extremities.
This is an observational study which involves screening participants for forward head posture using craniovertebral angle measurement. Those falling under the inclusion criteria will be recruited for the study. After obtaining informed consent, participants will be asked to wear comfortable sports attire, have retroreflective markers placed on lower limb landmarks, and walk 10 meters. A 3D Gait analyzer will collect ankle moment and power data for statistical analysis. There will be less than minimal risk involved in the study. All the investigations will be performed under one-to-one supervision of the researcher.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Observational
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 18.00 Year(s) 至 30.00 Year(s)（—）
- 性别
- All
入选标准
- •Craniovertebral angle (CVA) lesser than or equal to 48°
- •All genders healthy individuals within 18-30 years age group
- •Past or present history of injuries or surgeries within the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine, head or upper and lower limb extremities, ; occurring within the last six months.
- •Chronic Ankle Instability.
- •Standard Inclusion Criteria, Endorsed, as a Minimum, by the International Ankle Consortium .
- •Congenital abnormality of spine, upper or lower limb.
- •Diagnosed cases of any structural abnormalities of spine, upper or lower limb.
- •Neurological disorders.
排除标准
- •Past or present history of injuries or surgeries within the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine, head or upper and lower limb extremities, ; occurring within the last six months.
- •Chronic Ankle Instability.
- •Standard Inclusion Criteria, Endorsed, as a Minimum, by the International Ankle Consortium .
- •Congenital abnormality of spine, upper or lower limb.
- •Diagnosed cases of any structural abnormalities of spine, upper or lower limb.
- •Neurological disorders.
结局指标
主要结局
Craniovertebral angle
时间窗: At one point, individuals will be screened for craniovertebral angle.
次要结局
- The BTS SMART - DX 400 3D Gait Analysis Lab(At one point, individuals will be analyzed for ankle joint kinetic parameters.)
研究者
Samta Gandhi
KLE Institute of Physiotherapy