Effects of corrective exercises on muscle activity in patients with forward head posture
Effect of Specific Postural Corrective Exercises on EMG Activity of Masticatory and Cervical Muscles in Patients With Forward Head Posture
NA · Beirut Arab University · NCT05895708
This study tests if doing specific exercises can help people with forward head posture improve their muscle activity and posture.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Beirut Arab University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Beirut) |
| Trial ID | NCT05895708 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates how specific postural corrective exercises impact the electromyographic (EMG) activity of masticatory and cervical muscles in individuals with forward head posture. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an exercise group or a control group, with the exercise group performing a regimen of strengthening and stretching exercises four times a week for ten weeks. The study will measure changes in forward head posture using craniovertebral angle assessments and EMG activity of various muscles before and after the intervention. The goal is to determine the effectiveness of these exercises in improving muscle function and posture.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are men and women aged 18-40 who have forward head posture and temporomandibular joint disorder.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of TMG subluxation, neck pain, or other specific posture disorders may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a non-invasive method to improve muscle function and alleviate symptoms associated with forward head posture.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with similar corrective exercise approaches, indicating potential for success in this study.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Men and women * Age between 18-40 * Patient with forward head posture, CVA less than 48-50. * Patient suffer from temporomandibular joint disorder * No other treatment, such as medication, physical therapy, and joint injection, in the past 2 weeks Exclusion Criteria: * Previous history of TMG subluxation or dislocation that may interfere with the opening of the mouth * Neck pain which may affect the head and neck posture; * Head or neck trauma * Class II or III malocclusion * Posture disorder caused by abnormal curvature of spine; rheumatic disease; haemorrhagic disease, etc.; and * Lateral deviation of mandible
Where this trial is running
Beirut
- Physical therapy outpatient clinic — Beirut, Lebanon (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ahmed M .elsayed, PhD
- Email: ahmed.elmelhat@cu.edu.eg
- Phone: 00201027943622
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.
Conditions: Forward Head Posture