None listed
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Not Applicable: Observational study no intervention administered. Participants will only undergo assessment of upper cross syndrome, scapular asymmetry using the lateral scapular slide
Sponsors
Ishika
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Young adults between 18 and 25 years of age. Both male and female participants. Individuals showing clinical features of upper cross syndrome (such as forward head, rounded shoulders, or thoracic kyphosis). Participants capable of understanding and willing to provide informed consent.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: History of traumatic injury or surgery affecting the spine, shoulder, or thorax. Diagnosed musculoskeletal, neurological, or respiratory, disorders (such as scoliosis, ankylosing spondylitis, asthma, etc.) Ongoing acute pain or recent injuries that could affect postural assessment or movement. Current participation in a rehabilitation program targeting posture or respiratory mechanics.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Postural analysis was conducted using the Craniovertebral Angle (CVA) for forward head posture and the Rounded Shoulder Angle (RSA) for rounded shoulders, utilizing Kinovea software.Timepoint: Postural analysis was conducted using the Craniovertebral Angle (CVA) for forward head posture and the Rounded Shoulder Angle (RSA) for rounded shoulders, utilizing Kinovea software. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Lateral Scapular Slide Test (LSST) for assessment of scapular asymmetry. Chest expansion measurement using the tape measure method at axillary, xiphoid, and subcostal levels.Timepoint: Baseline | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr. Kanika Bhatia
Maharishi Markandeshwar Institute of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Outcome results
None listed