Egoscue vs Feldenkrais for Upper Cross Syndrome

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

In this randomized study, adults aged 25–45 with chronic neck pain and specific postural features will be assigned to either Egoscue exercises plus conventional therapy or Feldenkrais exercises plus conventional therapy, three times weekly. The trial will measure changes in pain, the craniovertebral angle, and functional disability over the treatment period. Participants will be recruited from two Lahore clinics using simple randomization and sealed envelopes. The study uses non-probability convenience sampling for enrollment and follows standard safety exclusions related to shoulder and soft tissue conditions. Outcome data will help determine if one exercise approach offers better relief and postural improvement for upper cross syndrome.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 25 to 45 years
* Both genders (male and female)
* Chronic neck pain for more than three months - NPRS (3 to 7)
* Craniovertebral angle less than 50 degrees
* Tight Pectoralis muscle and trapezius
* Weak rhomboids and deep neck flexors

Exclusion Criteria:

* Any malignancy related to soft tissue and shoulder joint
* Congenital joint deformity
* Recent fractures to joint
* Recent surgery of shoulder joint or associated structures
* Patients with shoulder dislocation

Where it's running

• Rabiya Noor
  Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: areesha shakeel, MSPT(CP) — Riphah International University
• Study coordinator: Rabiya Noor, phd
• Email: Rabiya.Noor@riphah.edu.pk
• Phone: 03344355660

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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.