Status:
RECRUITING
The Effects of Dynamic Taping Combined With Corrective Exercises on Cervical Proprioception and Muscle Imbalance in Patients With Upper Crossed Syndrome
Lead Sponsor:
China Medical University Hospital
Conditions:
Upper Crossed Syndrome
Eligibility:
All Genders
20-35 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS) is a pattern of muscle imbalance that leads to forward head posture, rounded shoulders, or excessive thoracic kyphosis, thereby affecting posture and cervical-shoulder fun...
Detailed Description
This study aims to investigate the effects of Dynamic Taping combined with corrective exercises on cervical proprioception and muscle imbalance in UCS patients. A two-factor repeated measures ANOVA wi...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Age: \>20years
- Craniovertebral angle (CVA) of \<48
- Sagittal plane acromial angle of \<52°
- Thoracic kyphosis angle of \>42° Meeting any one of these three angle conditions qualifies for inclusion.
Exclusion
- Allergic reactions to dynamic taping
- Bodyweight outside the normal range (BMI between 18 and 25)
- Any evident misalignment in the cervical spine, pelvis, or lower/upper limbs
- Trunk rotation exceeding 5°during forward bending tests due to scoliosis
- History of inherited muscle diseases, soft tissue lesions, or joint diseases involving the spine, scapulae, shoulders, abdomen, or pelvis
- History of fractures or surgeries.
- Inability to understand instructions
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
March 13 2025
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
July 31 2026
Estimated Enrollment :
36 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT07182461
Start Date
March 13 2025
End Date
July 31 2026
Last Update
September 19 2025
Active Locations (1)
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Department of Physical Therapy of China Medical University
Taichung, Beitun, Taiwan, 406040