Effect of Scapular Retraction Exercises Versus McKenzie Method on CVA

Mansoura University

Status: Completed

Conditions: Craniovertebral Angle; Forward Head Posture; Neck Disability

Treatments: Procedure: McKenzie Method Exercises; Procedure: Scapular Retraction Exercises (SRE)

Study type: Interventional

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT07317999

Forward Head Posture 0686

Details and patient eligibility

About

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.

Enrollment: 116 patients

Sex: All

Ages: 17 to 23 years old

Volunteers: No Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion criteria

• University students with FHP
• Able to participate in exercise programs
• Free from severe musculoskeletal disorders or recent injuries

Exclusion criteria

• Students with contraindication to exercise,
• Individuals with neurological conditions affecting posture

Trial design

Primary purpose: Supportive Care

Allocation: Randomized

Interventional model: Parallel Assignment

Masking: Double Blind

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116 participants in 2 patient groups

1

Experimental group

Description:

scapular retraction exercises

Treatment:

Procedure: Scapular Retraction Exercises (SRE)

2

Experimental group

Description:

McKenzie method exercises

Treatment:

Procedure: McKenzie Method Exercises