Posture Correction Exercises for Forward Head Posture in Chronic Smartphone and Laptop Users

NARecruitingINTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment

56

Participants

Timeline

Start Date

February 17, 2025

Primary Completion Date

July 17, 2026

Study Completion Date

July 17, 2026

Conditions
Forward Head Posture
Interventions
OTHER

Posture Correction Exercises

This intervention focuses on improving forward head posture (FHP) through a series of corrective exercises aimed at enhancing cervical alignment, reducing muscle strain, and reinforcing proper posture habits. The exercises include chin tucks, cervical retraction with resistance bands, shoulder blade squeeze, and wall posture alignment. Participants will receive hot pack therapy (15-20 mins) for cervical muscle relaxation and TENS (10 mins) for pain relief before and after exercises. These exercises target deep cervical flexors and postural stabilizers to help retrain the neck and upper back muscles, promoting long-term postural correction. The intervention will be performed 3 times per week for 6 weeks under supervision, with a focus on maintaining correct postural alignment during daily activities.

OTHER

Strengthening and Stretching Exercises

This intervention aims to address muscle imbalances associated with forward head posture (FHP) by incorporating stretching of tight muscles (upper trapezius, levator scapulae) and strengthening of weak postural muscles (deep neck flexors, scapular stabilizers). The exercises include upper trapezius stretch, levator scapulae stretch, deep neck flexor strengthening, and scapular retraction with resistance bands. Participants will undergo hot pack therapy (15-20 mins) for cervical muscle relaxation and TENS (10 mins) for pain relief before and after exercises. The stretching exercises will help release tension in overactive muscles, while strengthening exercises will restore muscular balance, improving posture and reducing neck discomfort. The intervention will be conducted 3 times per week for 6 weeks with supervised sessions to ensure proper technique and progressive improvement in flexibility and strength.

Trial Locations (1)

23060

RECRUITING

Riphah international University Malakand Campus, Malakand

All Listed Sponsors
lead

Riphah International University

OTHER