Training for neck pain and forward head posture
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special type of movement training can reduce neck pain and improve head position in people with forward head posture. It may help those with long-term neck discomfort.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 40 years old.
- You have forward head posture (head sticks out in front of shoulders).
- Your neck pain has lasted at least 3 months.
- Your pain level is between 3 and 8 out of 10.
- Your BMI is under 30.
- You have not had neck or shoulder surgery, or serious neck injuries.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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