Exercises for forward head posture
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests whether specific exercises can help improve forward head posture and reduce neck pain. If you have chronic neck pain and a forward head posture, these exercises may help you.
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Who can take part
- You are between 30 and 45 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with forward head posture (where your head sits forward over your shoulders).
- You have had neck pain that is not linked to a specific injury for at least 3 months.
- You have not had neck surgery or a serious neck injury in the past.
- You do not have severe neck instability, nerve-related problems, or diseases that affect your posture.
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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