Posture exercises for upper back and neck pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two types of gentle posture-correction exercises for people with upper cross syndrome—a condition where your shoulders round forward and your neck posture shifts. The trial tests which approach works better to reduce pain and improve how you stand and move.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 45 years old
- You have pain in your upper back and/or neck area
- You have rounded shoulders and forward neck posture
- You have not had spine surgery in the past
- You do not have nerve damage, disc herniation, or active spine conditions like fractures or stenosis
- You are willing to participate in the exercise program
Quick eligibility check
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