Exercises for thoracic kyphosis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two exercise programs to see which is better for improving the curve of the upper back (thoracic kyphosis). Participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two programs and will perform exercises over a period of time.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 40 years old.
- You have a noticeable forward curve in your upper back (thoracic kyphosis) as diagnosed by a clinician.
- You are able to participate in exercise-based treatments.
- You have no serious medical conditions (such as neurological, heart, or orthopedic issues) that would make exercise unsafe.
- You are not pregnant, have no cancer, and have not had spinal surgery in the past year.
- You are not currently doing spinal or core stabilization exercises.
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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