Comparison of Brugger's Relief Exercises Versus Kinesio Taping at Craniovertebral Angle on Forward Head Posture

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age20-40
SponsorRiphah International University

About this trial

The aim of this research is to compare the effect of Brugger relief exercise versus Kinesio taping at craniovertebral angle on forward head posture. Randomized controlled trials done at we care physical therapy clinic Islamabad. The sample size was 28. The subjects were divided in two groups, 14 subjects in Kinesio taping group and 14 in Brugger relief exercise group. Study duration was of 6 months. Sampling technique applied was non probability purposive sampling technique. Only 20-40 years people with forward head posture having craniovertebral angle less than 50° degrees were included. Tools used in the study is protractor app. Data will be analyzed through SPSS 21

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Both gender

Patients whose age lies between 20 and 40

Forward head posture with craniovertebral angle less than 50° degrees

Disqualifiers

Individuals with pre-existing musculoskeletal conditions affecting posture e.g. scoliosis, Scheuermann's disease.

Those currently undergoing physical therapy or other posture correction treatments.

Pregnant individuals, due to potential physiological changes affecting posture.

Subjects with a history of significant spinal or neck injuries.

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • kinesiotaping
  • Brugger relief exercise

Treatment groups

28 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups