CompletedNot Applicable

Effects of Postural Correction Exercises in Reducing Forward Head Posture in Children Carrying Heavy Bag Packs

Pakistan86 participantsStarted 2023-09-01

Plain-language summary

This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of a 4-week postural correction exercise program in reducing FHP in children carrying heavy backpacks to school. This study's findings could have significant implications for preventing musculoskeletal problems associated with FHP. Furthermore, the study's findings could inform healthcare professionals and educators about the importance of promoting healthy postures among children and adolescents to prevent long-term musculoskeletal problems. This is an experimental study. Subjects will be divided into two groups. Group A (control group) and group B (experimental group).fun activities will be performed by experimental group under the supervision of the therapist.

Who can participate

Age range8 Years – 13 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Both gender * Children who carry heavy backpacks to school (more than 10% of their body weight) * Forward head posture, defined as a craniovertebral angle of less than 50 degrees. * Willing to participate in the study. * Consent obtained from parents or legal guardians Exclusion Criteria: * Cervical spine fracture or neurological disorder. * Scoliosis or torticollis. * Joint hypermobility or recent surgery . Prior history of physical therapy treatment for forward head posture in the past six months

What they're measuring

Forward head posture analysis app

Timeframe: 4 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06019819

SponsorRiphah International University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-01-30

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