Comparing Brugger's exercises and Kinesio taping for forward head posture

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This research compares the effectiveness of Brugger relief exercises and Kinesio taping on improving forward head posture (FHP) in individuals aged 20 to 40. Conducted at We Care Physical Therapy Clinic in Islamabad, the study involves 28 participants divided into two groups, each receiving one of the interventions over a six-month period. The study aims to provide evidence on which treatment is more effective in addressing FHP-related neck pain, using a protractor app for measurement and SPSS 21 for data analysis.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Both gender
* Patients whose age lies between 20 and 40
* Forward head posture with craniovertebral angle less than 50° degrees

Exclusion Criteria:

* Individuals with pre-existing musculoskeletal conditions affecting posture e.g. scoliosis, Scheuermann's disease.
* Those currently undergoing physical therapy or other posture correction treatments.
* Pregnant individuals, due to potential physiological changes affecting posture.
* Subjects with a history of significant spinal or neck injuries.
* No neurological disease (e.g. cervical radiculopathy, SCI).
* Patients were excluded who shows positive result to spurling test, ULTT, Allen test.

Where it's running

• We Care Physical Therapy Clinic
  Islamabad, Federal, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Asmar Fatima, MS-OMPT — Riphah International University
• Study coordinator: Asmar Fatima, MS-OMPT
• Email: asmar.fatima@riphah.edu.pk
• Phone: 03336195644

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.