Investigation of Posture, Postural Stability and Core Endurance in Adults with Forward Head Posture: a Controlled Study

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

COMPLETED

Total Enrollment

80 participants

Study Classification

OBSERVATIONAL

Study Start Date

2024-11-08

Study Completion Date

2025-01-08

Brief Summary

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Forward head posture (FHP) is defined as the position in which the head is in front of the shoulder and is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems caused by increasing computer and smartphone use. The aim of this study is to compare the posture, postural stability and core endurance of participants with normal posture and participants with FHP.

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Detailed Description

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Forward head posture (FHP) is defined as the position in which the head is in front of the shoulder and is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems caused by increasing computer and smartphone use. FHP affects the muscle functions in the neck and thoracic region, reduces the expansion of the rib cage, diaphragm activation and strength with the kyphotic posture it causes, and causes a restrictive pulmonary disorder. In addition, FHP causes various postural alignment disorders in the body, leading to weakening of the core region and affecting postural stability. Posture analysis, postural stability and core endurance tests will be applied to the participants. The aim of this study is to compare the posture, postural stability and core endurance of participants with normal posture and participants with FHP.

Conditions

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Forward Head Posture

Study Design

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Observational Model Type

CASE_CONTROL

Study Time Perspective

CROSS_SECTIONAL

Study Groups

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Forward head posture group

-Craniovertebral angle \<50

No interventions assigned to this group

control

-Craniovertebral angle \>50

No interventions assigned to this group

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

-18-35 years

Exclusion Criteria

* Diagnosed respiratory, neurological, orthopaedic, psychiatric or cardiac problems
* Pregnancy or breastfeeding
* Having a history of neck trauma
* Having undergone spinal surgery

Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

35 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes