Neck pain relief for forward head posture
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This trial compares two hands-on treatments—suboccipital release and muscle energy technique—to see which works better for adults with chronic neck pain and forward head posture. Both are gentle manual therapies that may ease pain and improve neck movement.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 40 years old
- You have had neck pain for at least 3 months
- You have a forward head posture
- Your neck pain is less than 7 on a 0 to 10 scale
- You have not had neck surgery or steroid therapy
- You do not have other serious neck conditions
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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