Forward head posture. Other acquired deformity of head
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention 1: Intervention group: The participant stands on a platform with their hands and elbows straight, and their knees and toes are placed on a mat on the floor. In this position, the particip
Sponsors
Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
18 Years to 40 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Age range of 18 to 40 years Having forward head posture( craniovertebral angle < 50 degree)
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Radiculupathy Spine and limbs fractures Cervical surgery Spine deformity and scoliosis Neck pain Pregnancy Rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis Malignancy Infection Cardiovascular disease and pace makers The participant's lack of cooperation
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Neck angle positioning error. Timepoint: Before and immediately after the intervention. Method of measurement: Optical laser tool and formula for converting distance to degrees. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Craniovertebral angle. Timepoint: Before and immediately after the intervention. Method of measurement: Photogrametry.;Cervical range of motion. Timepoint: Before and immediately after the intervention. Method of measurement: Inclinometer.;Time up and go test. Timepoint: Before and immediately after the intervention. Method of measurement: Cronometer. | — |
Countries
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Contacts
Public ContactShakilalatifi
Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Outcome results
None listed