Craniovertebral Angle and Neck Disability Among University Students With Forward Head Posture: A Comparative Study of Scapular Retraction Exercises Versus McKenzie Method
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 已完成
- 入组人数
- 116
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Craniovertebral Angle (CVA)
研究概览
简要总结
The goal of this quasi-experimental study is to compare the effectiveness of scapular retraction exercises versus the McKenzie method in improving craniovertebral angle (CVA), reducing neck pain, and minimizing neck disability among university students exhibiting forward head posture. The main question[s] it aims to answer [is/are]:
- Which of both exercises (scapular retraction or McKenzie method exercises) will be more effective in improvement craniovertebral alignment, alleviated pain, and decreased neck disability?
Group A performed scapular retraction exercises, while Group B practiced McKenzie method exercises. Both interventions were administered for 20 minutes, three times weekly over eight weeks.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Supportive Care
- 盲法
- Double (Participant, Outcomes Assessor)
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 17 Years 至 23 Years（Child, Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •University students with FHP
- •Able to participate in exercise programs
- •Free from severe musculoskeletal disorders or recent injuries
排除标准
- •Students with contraindication to exercise,
- •Individuals with neurological conditions affecting posture
研究组 & 干预措施
1
scapular retraction exercises
干预措施: Scapular Retraction Exercises (SRE) (Procedure)
2
McKenzie method exercises
干预措施: McKenzie Method Exercises (Procedure)
结局指标
主要结局
Craniovertebral Angle (CVA)
时间窗: 8 weeks
The angle is formed at the intersection of a horizontal line passing through the C7 spinous process and a line joining the midpoint of the tragus of the ear to the skin overlying the C7 spinous process.
次要结局
未报告次要终点
研究者
Heba Abubakr Mohamed Salama
Assistant professor
Mansoura University