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Effectiveness of Rib Mobilization Combined With Postural Correction Exercises in Individuals With Upper Crossed Syndrome

Pakistan64 participantsStarted 2025-10-16

Plain-language summary

This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of rib mobilization combined with postural correction exercises in reducing pain, improving cervical posture, and enhancing rib and thoracic mobility among individuals with Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS). A total of 64 participants aged 20-45 years will be recruited and randomly assigned to two groups: Group A (rib mobilization + postural correction) and Group B (postural correction only). Intervention will be provided for 4-6 weeks, three sessions per week. Outcomes will include pain (VAS), cervical posture (inclinometer), and rib/thoracic mobility (tape measure). Data will be analyzed using SPSS version 26.

Who can participate

Age range20 Years – 45 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 20 to 45 years * Forward head posture (craniovertebral angle \< 50°) * Cervical pain or discomfort for ≥4 weeks * Moderate pain intensity (VAS 3-6) * Willingness to participate and provide informed consent * Clinically diagnosed Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS) * Meets Asian Fitness Society diagnostic criteria for UCS Exclusion Criteria: * History of trauma or surgery to cervical/thoracic spine * Cervical disc herniation, radiculopathy, or neurological deficits * Structural deformities (scoliosis, Scheuermann's disease) * Systemic musculoskeletal disorders (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis) * Vestibular, balance, or visual disorders * Recent similar therapy within 3 months * Pregnancy or contraindication to manual therapy * Ongoing use of pain medications or muscle relaxants

What they're measuring

Pain Intensity

Timeframe: 1 year

Cervical Posture

Timeframe: 1 year

Rib/Thoracic Mobility

Timeframe: 1 year

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07573553

SponsorRiphah International University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2026-06-28

Contact for this trial

Altamash Hussain Khan, DPT

+92 3088805119 altamash.hussain1@icloud.com

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Who can participate

Age range20 Years – 45 Years

SexALL

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