Status:
COMPLETED
Kendall Exercises on Posture-Related Cervical Spondylosis
Lead Sponsor:
Riphah International University
Conditions:
Cervical Spondylosis
Eligibility:
All Genders
45-65 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This study evaluates the effectiveness of Kendall exercises in correcting postural deviations, such as forward head posture, associated with cervical spondylosis. By targeting muscle imbalances and im...
Detailed Description
This study investigates the impact of Kendall exercises on posture-related cervical spondylosis, a degenerative condition often linked to postural deviations like forward head posture (FHP). Prolonged...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- • Already diagnosed patients of cervical radiculopathy confirmed by clinical examination and imaging
- A patient with a Forward Head Posture (FHP) (CVA angle less the 48-50 degrees is defined as Forward head posture
- Positive Spurling test
- Numbness of the arm, fingers, or shoulder
- Cervical Postural assessment showing asymmetry (radiographic Analysis, and Posture Observation)
- Chronic symptoms ≥ 1 year
- Pain and Stiffness which limited range of motion in the cervical spine (Flexion less than 60°) (Extension less than 73°) (Lateral Flexion less than 13°-23° Rotation less than 80°)
- Pain: moderate to severe level (≥5 on NPRS)
Exclusion
- • History of Recent trauma to the cervical spine
- Any psychological condition
- Any specific cause of cervical radiculopathy (e.g., metabolic diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis)
- Central or peripheral neurological signs
- History of spinal surgery.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
February 3 2025
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
June 10 2025
Estimated Enrollment :
36 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06927609
Start Date
February 3 2025
End Date
June 10 2025
Last Update
August 19 2025
Active Locations (1)
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DHQ Hospital, Batkhela, and Bahadur Khan, Rozi Khan Memorial Hospital
Malakand, KPK, Pakistan