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Effectiveness of Rib Mobilization Combined With Postural Correction Exercises in Individuals With Upper Crossed Syndrome

30. april 2026 opdateret af: Riphah International University
This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of rib mobilization combined with postural correction exercises in reducing pain, improving cervical posture, and enhancing rib and thoracic mobility among individuals with Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS). A total of 64 participants aged 20-45 years will be recruited and randomly assigned to two groups: Group A (rib mobilization + postural correction) and Group B (postural correction only). Intervention will be provided for 4-6 weeks, three sessions per week. Outcomes will include pain (VAS), cervical posture (inclinometer), and rib/thoracic mobility (tape measure). Data will be analyzed using SPSS version 26.

Studieoversigt

Status

Rekruttering

Betingelser

Intervention / Behandling

Detaljeret beskrivelse

Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS) is a common musculoskeletal disorder that arises from sustained poor posture, leading to muscular imbalance and functional impairment in the upper body. The syndrome is characterized by forward head posture, increased cervical lordosis, and thoracic kyphosis caused by tightness in the upper trapezius, levator scapulae, and pectoralis muscles, and weakness in the deep cervical flexors, lower trapezius, and serratus anterior. This imbalance not only affects spinal alignment but also restricts rib mobility and thoracic extension, contributing to chronic neck and upper back pain.

Rib mobilization techniques focus on restoring the normal motion of the ribs and thoracic spine, improving chest expansion and flexibility. When combined with postural correction exercises, these interventions may correct alignment, reduce pain, and enhance thoracic mobility. Postural correction exercises aim to stretch overactive muscles and strengthen weakened ones to restore functional balance. Together, these methods are hypothesized to provide superior outcomes compared to postural exercises alone.

Previous studies have demonstrated the efficacy of either rib mobilization or postural correction in isolation. However, limited evidence exists regarding their combined use for UCS. This study seeks to fill this gap by examining the synergistic effects of both interventions on pain relief, postural correction, and thoracic mobility. Findings may contribute to developing an evidence-based rehabilitation protocol for UCS.

Undersøgelsestype

Interventionel

Tilmelding (Anslået)

64

Fase

  • Ikke anvendelig

Kontakter og lokationer

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Studiekontakt

Studiesteder

    • Khyber Pakhtunkhwat
      • Chak Six Hundred Twenty-four, Khyber Pakhtunkhwat, Pakistan, 22620
        • Rekruttering
        • District Headquater Haripur
        • Kontakt:
        • Kontakt:
          • Altamash Hussain, DPT
          • Telefonnummer: +923088805119
        • Ledende efterforsker:
          • Altamash Hussain, DPT

Deltagelseskriterier

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Berettigelseskriterier

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Beskrivelse

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Age between 20 to 45 years
  • Forward head posture (craniovertebral angle < 50°)
  • Cervical pain or discomfort for ≥4 weeks
  • Moderate pain intensity (VAS 3-6)
  • Willingness to participate and provide informed consent
  • Clinically diagnosed Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS)
  • Meets Asian Fitness Society diagnostic criteria for UCS

Exclusion Criteria:

  • History of trauma or surgery to cervical/thoracic spine
  • Cervical disc herniation, radiculopathy, or neurological deficits
  • Structural deformities (scoliosis, Scheuermann's disease)
  • Systemic musculoskeletal disorders (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis)
  • Vestibular, balance, or visual disorders
  • Recent similar therapy within 3 months
  • Pregnancy or contraindication to manual therapy
  • Ongoing use of pain medications or muscle relaxants

Studieplan

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Hvordan er undersøgelsen tilrettelagt?

Design detaljer

  • Primært formål: Behandling
  • Tildeling: Randomiseret
  • Interventionel model: Parallel tildeling
  • Maskning: Enkelt

Våben og indgreb

Deltagergruppe / Arm
Intervention / Behandling
Eksperimentel: Intervention group
Group receiving Rib Mobilization + Postural Correction Exercises
Participants will receive Grade I-III rib mobilizations at the costovertebral and costotransverse joints (ribs 2-6) along with thoracic central posterior-anterior mobilizations. In addition, postural correction exercises including scapular retraction, deep neck flexor training, pectoralis stretching, and thoracic extension exercises will be performed. Each session will last 30-40 minutes, three times per week for 4-6 weeks.
Aktiv komparator: Control group
Group receiving Postural Correction Exercises Only
Participants will perform only postural correction exercises, including scapular retraction, deep neck flexor training, pectoralis stretching, and thoracic extension exercises. Sessions will last 30-40 minutes, three times per week for 4-6 weeks.

Hvad måler undersøgelsen?

Primære resultatmål

Resultatmål
Foranstaltningsbeskrivelse
Tidsramme
Pain Intensity
Tidsramme: 1 year
1. Pain Intensity - Measured using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst pain).
1 year
Cervical Posture
Tidsramme: 1 year
Cervical Posture - Measured using an inclinometer to determine the craniovertebral angle.
1 year
Rib/Thoracic Mobility
Tidsramme: 1 year
Rib/Thoracic Mobility - Measured using a tape measure and inclinometer to assess rib cage expansion and thoracic extension.
1 year

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Sponsor

Efterforskere

  • Ledende efterforsker: Attiq Ur Rehman, MS, Riphah International University

Publikationer og nyttige links

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Datoer for undersøgelser

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Studer store datoer

Studiestart (Faktiske)

16. oktober 2025

Primær færdiggørelse (Anslået)

28. juni 2026

Studieafslutning (Anslået)

28. juni 2026

Datoer for studieregistrering

Først indsendt

30. april 2026

Først indsendt, der opfyldte QC-kriterier

30. april 2026

Først opslået (Faktiske)

7. maj 2026

Opdateringer af undersøgelsesjournaler

Sidste opdatering sendt (Faktiske)

7. maj 2026

Sidste opdatering indsendt, der opfyldte kvalitetskontrolkriterier

30. april 2026

Sidst verificeret

1. april 2026

Mere information

Begreber relateret til denne undersøgelse

Yderligere relevante MeSH-vilkår

Andre undersøgelses-id-numre

  • REC/02285 Altamash

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