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Effects of Exercise and Feldenkrais Approaches on Position Sense, Strength, Range of Motion and Posture in Cases With Forward Head Posture
Led by Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa · Updated on 2026-05-18
60
Participants Needed
2
Research Sites
7 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating the effect of adding the Feldenkrais method to a corrective exercise program for people with forward head posture. This study aims to see how this combined approach influences cervical joint position sense, muscle strength, joint range of motion, and posture. The Feldenkrais method focuses on increasing body awareness and movement quality, which may help sustain postural improvements more effectively than corrective exercises alone. The study involves two groups: Group A will receive a combined program of posture-focused Feldenkrais movements and stretching/strengthening exercises for postural muscles, delivered twice weekly for 8 weeks in 16 supervised 45-minute sessions. Group B will receive a corrective exercise program combined with breathing exercises, also twice weekly for 8 weeks with 16 supervised 45-minute sessions. Both programs are led by a physiotherapist. Participants will be assessed at 8 weeks on cervical joint position sense, muscle strength, range of motion, and posture. Additional measures include neck disability, pain levels, and overall change ratings. The study uses double masking and randomized allocation to groups. Participation involves attending supervised exercise sessions twice a week over 8 weeks, with progress and safety monitored throughout.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Effects of Feldenkrais Approach in Cases With Forward Head Posture
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Being between 18 and 65 years of age
- Cervicovertebral angle of 50 degrees or less
- Spending at least 4 hours daily at a desk, 5 days a week
You will not qualify if you...
- Having temporomandibular dysfunction
- Having any spinal deformity
- Having cervical trauma or pain treatment within the last 6 months
- Having previously participated in a corrective exercise program
- History of neurological disorder
- History of spinal or thoracic surgery
- Having hearing impairment
- Use of analgesics or muscle relaxants
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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 - 8 weeks
Participants receive a combined program of corrective exercises and the Feldenkrais method or corrective and breathing exercises. The intervention focuses on posture improvement through supervised sessions emphasizing neuromuscular re-education, muscle strengthening, stretching, and breathing techniques.
Twice weekly visits for a total of 16 supervised 45-minute sessions
Trial Site Locations
Total: 2 locations
1
Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa
Istanbul, Buyukcekmece, Turkey (Türkiye), 34500
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2
Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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