Comparative Effect of Maitland Mobilization Combined With Kendall Exercises for Pain and Postural… (NCT07588061) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Comparative Effect of Maitland Mobilization Combined With Kendall Exercises for Pain and Postural Alignment in Adults With Upper Cross Syndrome
Pakistan58 participantsStarted 2026-04-06
Plain-language summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effects of Maitland mobilization combined with Kendall exercises versus Kendall exercises alone on pain and postural alignment in adults with Upper Cross Syndrome (UCS). Upper Cross Syndrome is characterized by muscle imbalance leading to forward head posture, rounded shoulders, and increased thoracic kyphosis. The study will evaluate pain intensity, craniovertebral angle, thoracic kyphosis, and rounded shoulder posture
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 45 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Age 18 to 45 years
* Neck and/or upper thoracic pain for a duration of \> 6 weeks
* Pain Severity: VAS \> 5 (Afzal, Noor, Mumtaz, Bashir, \& Saqulain, 2023)
* Pain exacerbated by prolonged postures
* Adults diagnosed with Upper Cross Syndrome
* Diagnostic criteria: Upper Cross Syndrome will be diagnosed when individuals demonstrate: thoracic kyphosis \> 40°, craniovertebral angle \< 50°, and acromion-to-couch distance \> 2.5 cm based on established normative values.
Exclusion Criteria:
* History of neck or shoulder surgery or trauma
* Inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis or gout
* Pregnancy
* Neurological conditions affecting upper limb function, and
* Cardiovascular Problems
* Congenital issues i.e.; torticollis, and scoliosis
* Disc prolapse and other spine issues
* Currently taking any medication or taking physical therapy
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Thoracic Kyphosis Assessed With Flexicurve Ruler
Timeframe: baseline to last week (8 week)
2
Forward Head Posture Assessed with Protractor mobile application