Wall angels for better posture in young adults
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests if adding 'wall angels' (a simple arm exercise) to standard exercises helps improve posture in young adults with a rounded upper back. It may help you stand straighter and feel better.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 25 years old.
- You have a forward-rounded or hunched upper back.
- You do NOT have a muscle, bone, nerve, heart, or lung condition.
- You have not had spine, rib, or arm surgery or a fracture in the past year.
- You have not done an exercise program for this problem in the last 6 months.
- You are willing to take part and sign a consent form.
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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