NCT06927609

Kendall Exercises on Posture-Related Cervical Spondylosis

Effects of Kendall Exercises on Posture-Related Cervical Spondylosis

• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 36 (actual)
• Sponsor: Riphah International University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 45 Years – 65 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

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 improving alignment through stretching and strengthening protocols, the research aims to reduce symptoms, enhance cervical spine function, and promote postural health. Participants will undergo a four-week exercise intervention with pre- and post-assessments to determine the outcomes.

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 poor posture, frequently exacerbated by activities such as excessive smartphone or computer use, leads to muscle imbalances, increased mechanical stress on the cervical spine, and degenerative changes in intervertebral discs and joints. Kendall exercises are targeted therapeutic interventions designed to address muscle imbalances by strengthening weak muscles (e.g., deep cervical flexors) and stretching tight muscles (e.g., upper trapezius, pectoralis muscles). These exercises aim to restore proper alignment, reduce mechanical strain, and improve overall posture and cervical function. Participants with posture-related cervical spondylosis will engage in a four-week exercise protocol involving specific Kendall exercises for cervical extensors, flexors, shoulder retraction, and chest muscles. Outcomes will be assessed using craniovertebral angle measurements, photographic analysis, and subjective pain/function scales. The study seeks to establish Kendall exercises as a non-invasive, effective intervention for managing cervical spondylosis by correcting postural deviations and mitigating associated symptoms

Conditions

• Cervical Spondylosis

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
OTHER	kendall exercises	Stretching of Cervical Extensors Strengthening Deep Cervical Flexors Strengthening Shoulder Retraction Stretching Pectoralis Muscle
OTHER	Conventional therapy group	Cervical Traction Neck Isometric Exercises (Cervical flexors), Static Stretching (Cervical extensors) General Cervical Extension and Flexion Exercises Shoulder Shrugs

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-02-03
• Primary completion: 2025-06-02
• Completion: 2025-06-10
• First posted: 2025-04-15
• Last updated: 2025-08-19

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Pakistan