Comparing two exercise methods for treating text neck syndrome in young adults
Comparative Effect of Scapular Stabilization Versus Thoracic Extension Exercises on Pain, Disability, Range of Motion, and Craniovertebral Angle in Young Adults With Text Neck Syndrome.
This study is testing whether scapular stabilization exercises or thoracic extension exercises can help young adults with text neck syndrome feel less pain and move their necks better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 36 (estimated) |
| Ages | 19 Years to 30 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab) |
| Trial ID | NCT06108752 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to compare the effectiveness of scapular stabilization exercises versus thoracic extension exercises in alleviating pain, disability, and improving range of motion in young adults suffering from Text Neck Syndrome. Text neck is a condition associated with prolonged use of handheld devices, leading to poor posture and neck pain. The study will evaluate how these two exercise approaches, which indirectly target the cervical spine, can impact symptoms related to forward head posture. Participants will be assessed based on their cranio-vertebral angle and neck pain history, with a focus on the bio-dynamic relationship between the cervical and thoracic spine.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are young adults with forward head posture or text neck syndrome who use smartphones for at least three hours daily and have experienced neck pain for the past three months.
Not a fit: Patients with recent cervical or thoracic spine surgery, serious pathological conditions, congenital spinal anomalies, or severe psychological disorders may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide effective non-invasive exercise interventions for young adults suffering from text neck syndrome.
How similar studies have performed: While the concept of using indirect treatment approaches for neck pain is established, this specific comparison of scapular stabilization versus thoracic extension exercises is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Both male and female participants with forward head posture or text neck syndrome * Participants with neck pain from the past three months * Smart-phones must be used for at least ≥3 hours each day * Participants with craniovertebral angle \<53° will be included in this study Exclusion Criteria: * History of cervical and thoracic spine surgery within the past three months * Serious pathological conditions within the past three months * Congenital spinal anomalies, or rheumatoid arthritis * Neurological signs and severe psychological disorders
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab
- Punjab Employees Social Security Institute — Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Faiza Amjad, M.Phil — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: Imran Amjad, PHD
- Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 03324390125
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.