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New treatment option for Forward Head Posture
Official title Effects of Feldenkrais Approach in Cases With Forward Head Posture
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06968052
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- It is thought that adding approaches that increase posture awareness to corrective exercise programs will contribute to the treatment. The aim of the study is to evaluate the effect of adding the Feldenkrais method to the corrective exercise program applied to individuals with forward head posture on cervical joint position sense, muscle strength, joint range of motion and posture parameters.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 65
You may be able to join if
- Being between 18-65 years of age
- CVA (cervicovertebral angle) ≤50° (16,17)
- Spending at least 4 hours of daily desk time 5 days a week
You likely can't join if
- Having temporomandibular dysfunction
- Having any spinal deformity
- Having cervical trauma or pain treatment within the last 6 months
- Having previously participated in a corrective exercise program
- History of neurological disorder
- History of spinal or thoracic surgery
See the full eligibility criteria
- Being between 18-65 years of age
- CVA (cervicovertebral angle) ≤50° (16,17)
- Spending at least 4 hours of daily desk time 5 days a week
- Having temporomandibular dysfunction
- Having any spinal deformity
- Having cervical trauma or pain treatment within the last 6 months
- Having previously participated in a corrective exercise program
- History of neurological disorder
- History of spinal or thoracic surgery
- Having hearing impairment
- Use of analgesics/muscle relaxants
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Istanbul, Buyukcekmece, Turkey (Türkiye)
- Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Istanbul, Buyukcekmece, Turkey (Türkiye); Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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