Kendall vs Janda’s Approach with Diaphragmatic Breathing for Upper Crossed 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 30–50 with Upper Crossed Syndrome are assigned to Kendall exercises plus diaphragmatic breathing or Janda’s approach plus diaphragmatic breathing for 6 weeks (three 45-minute sessions per week). Outcome measures include pain ratings, neck disability, neck-craniovertebral alignment, and chest expansion, analyzed using SPSS. The study is conducted at Anwars Polyclinic in Sialkot, with 25 participants per group. Data handling will use parametric or nonparametric tests based on distribution.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Age between 30 to 50 years old Both male and female are included, Craniovertebral angle less than 50°, Rounded shoulders (on photogrammetry)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Cervical trauma or surgery Congenital scoliosis Spasmodic torticollis Any tumor or trauma History of surgical procedures on neck or lower back Disc issues in neck or lower back

Where it's running

• Anwars Polyclinic
  Sialkot, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Amna Zia, PhD* — King Edward Medical University
• Study coordinator: Amna Zia, PhD*
• Email: amna.zia@kemu.edu.pk
• Phone: 03244686993

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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.