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Comparison of Brugger's Relief Exercises Versus Kinesio Taping at Craniovertebral Angle on Forward Head Posture
Led by Riphah International University · Updated on 2025-02-25
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Participants Needed
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What this Trial Is About
This research focuses on comparing two treatment methods, Brugger relief exercises and Kinesio taping, to address forward head posture (FHP), a condition causing abnormal cervical spine alignment and nonspecific neck pain. The study involves adults aged 20 to 40 years with FHP characterized by a craniovertebral angle less than 50 degrees. This randomized controlled trial was conducted at a physical therapy clinic with 28 participants divided into two equal groups. Participants received either Kinesio taping applied to specific neck and shoulder muscles three times a week for four weeks or performed Brugger relief exercises three days weekly for four weeks. Kinesio taping involves elastic tape to relieve muscle tension and improve posture, while Brugger relief exercises involve posture correction movements aimed at strengthening neck and shoulder muscles. Both interventions were designed to improve posture and reduce discomfort associated with FHP. During the study, researchers measured changes in the craniovertebral angle from baseline to the fourth week to evaluate treatment effects. Data were analyzed using SPSS software. Participants were assessed on posture correction progress, and adherence to scheduled treatments was monitored. The study duration was six months, and findings aim to guide healthcare providers in selecting effective treatments for FHP-related neck pain.
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Brief Title
Comparison of Brugger's Relief Exercises Versus Kinesio Taping at Craniovertebral Angle on Forward Head Posture
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Both genders
- Age between 20 and 40 years
- Forward head posture with craniovertebral angle less than 50 degrees
You will not qualify if you...
- Pre-existing musculoskeletal conditions affecting posture such as scoliosis or Scheuermann's disease
- Currently undergoing physical therapy or other posture correction treatments
- Pregnant individuals
- History of significant spinal or neck injuries
- Neurological diseases like cervical radiculopathy or spinal cord injury
- Positive results to Spurling test, Upper Limb Tension Test (ULTT), or Allen test
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 4 weeks
Participants receive either Brugger relief exercises or Kinesio taping to improve forward head posture and reduce neck pain.
3 visits per week for 4 weeks
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
We Care Physical Therapy Clinic
Islamabad, Federal, Pakistan, 44000
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Research Team
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Asmar Fatima, MS-OMPT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Number of Arms
2
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