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Effect of Scapular Retraction Exercises Versus McKenzie Method on CVA

NCT07317999 · Status: COMPLETED · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 116

Last updated 2026-01-06

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Summary

The goal of this quasi-experimental study is to compare the effectiveness of scapular retraction exercises versus the McKenzie method in improving craniovertebral angle (CVA), reducing neck pain, and minimizing neck disability among university students exhibiting forward head posture. The main question\[s\] it aims to answer \[is/are\]:

* Which of both exercises (scapular retraction or McKenzie method exercises) will be more effective in improvement craniovertebral alignment, alleviated pain, and decreased neck disability?

Group A performed scapular retraction exercises, while Group B practiced McKenzie method exercises. Both interventions were administered for 20 minutes, three times weekly over eight weeks.

Conditions

  • Forward Head Posture
  • Craniovertebral Angle
  • Neck Disability

Interventions

PROCEDURE

Scapular Retraction Exercises (SRE)

Strengthen upper back muscles (scapular muscles, particularly the middle and lower trapezius and rhomboids) and improve posture.

PROCEDURE

McKenzie Method Exercises

* Aim: Focus on self-treatment for neck pain and posture. * Duration: 20 minutes, 3 times a week

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Mansoura University

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
DOUBLE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
17 Years
Max Age
23 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2024-10-01
Primary Completion
2024-12-12
Completion
2025-02-07

Countries

  • Egypt

Study Locations

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