Scapular posterior tilt exercises versus cross-body stretches for rounded shoulders after childbirth

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

This randomized study will enroll 30 multiparous women between 2 weeks and 6 months postpartum who are actively breastfeeding and have rounded shoulders. Participants are randomly assigned to perform either scapular posterior tilt exercises or cross-body stretching three times per week for four weeks, alongside standardized ergonomic education on breastfeeding posture. Outcomes measured before and after the intervention include latch quality (BBAT), breastfeeding self-efficacy (BSES), and objective posture analysis using the APECS system. Data will be entered and analyzed using SPSS to compare changes between the two groups.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Mutiparous females.
* previous cesarean section deliveries
* Postpartum women between 2 weeks and 6 months postpartum.
* Experiencing shoulder discomfort or poor posture

Exclusion Criteria:

* History of recent trauma or surgery such a Arthroscopy for Impingement Syndrome, Shoulder Replacement that affecting the shoulder complex.
* Mother with history of breast cancer and hepatitis
* History of shoulder surgery, trauma, or musculoskeletal disorders affecting the upper back/shoulder (Trapezius muscles train, Levator scapulae and rhomboid overuse)
* Severe postnatal complications (e.g., mastitis, postpartum depression, uncontrolled hypertension or diabetes.

Where it's running

• Sheikh Zaid Hospital
  Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: hina gul, PhD* — Riphah International University
• Study coordinator: imran amjad
• Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
• Phone: 03324390125

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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.