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New treatment option for Upper Crossed Syndrome
Official title Comparative Effects of Kendall and Feldenkrais Exercise in Upper Crossed Syndrome
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07578831
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Upper Cross Syndrome (UCS) is a prevalent musculoskeletal disorder characterized by muscular imbalances and postural dysfunction. Kendall Method and Feldenkrais Method are physiotherapy exercise programs aimed at reducing pain and improving cervical position sense, CV angle and function.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 20 to 50
You may be able to join if
- Male people between 20-50 years
- Female people between 20-50 years
- Cranio-vertebral angle less than 50 degrees
- people who had been experiencing neck pain for more than 3 months
- Slouched sitting for more than four hours per day
You likely can't join if
- Surgeries of the cervical spine within past 1 year
- Surgeries or fracture to the shoulder joint
- Cervical instability
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neurological disorders such as cervical spondylosis, spondylolisthesis, disc prolapse and rheumatic disease
See the full eligibility criteria
- Male people between 20-50 years
- Female people between 20-50 years
- Cranio-vertebral angle less than 50 degrees
- people who had been experiencing neck pain for more than 3 months
- Slouched sitting for more than four hours per day
- Usage of handheld devices while reading, working, and travelling
- Pain intensity score between 4 to 10 on NPRS
- NDI\>10 scores between 10 and 34
- Tight pectoralis major muscle
- Surgeries of the cervical spine within past 1 year
- Surgeries or fracture to the shoulder joint
- Cervical instability
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neurological disorders such as cervical spondylosis, spondylolisthesis, disc prolapse and rheumatic disease
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan
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, 20 years to 50 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.