Kaltenborn vs Mulligan mobilization 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

In this randomized study, adults aged 18–40 with forward head posture and neck pain will be assigned to Kaltenborn mobilization or Mulligan SNAG mobilization for two weeks, alongside conventional therapy. Outcomes include neck pain, craniovertebral angle, cervical range of motion, cervical proprioception, and deep neck flexor endurance. Group A progresses Kaltenborn mobilization from Grades I–II to III, while Group B uses Mulligan SNAGs with increasing repetitions and overpressure; both receive standard care three times weekly for two weeks. The trial will assess whether these manual therapy approaches differentially improve function and posture in this population.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Both male and female
* aged between 18 to 40 years
* CVA of \<48
* Pain on NPRS 3-8
* Hypo-mobility of cervical spine
* Joint Position Error \> 4.5 in any of the cervical range
* Participants who gave consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Acute musculoskeletal injuries of the cervical spine and shoulder in the last 6 months
* Diagnosed cases of pathological conditions like spondylosis, cervical myelopathy
* Whiplash injury of cervical spine in last 6 months
* Neck and shoulder surgery
* Diagnosed cases of osteoporosis
* Rheumatoid arthritis
* Uncontrolled diabetes and hypertension

Where it's running

• Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
  Islamabad, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Neha Jamshaid, DPT
• Email: nehajamshaid6@gmail.com
• Phone: +92313-5275964

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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.