NCT07317999

Effect of Scapular Retraction Exercises Versus McKenzie Method on CVA

Craniovertebral Angle and Neck Disability Among University Students With Forward Head Posture: A Comparative Study of Scapular Retraction Exercises Versus McKenzie Method

• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 116 (actual)
• Sponsor: Mansoura University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 17 Years – 23 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

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

Type	Name	Description
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

Timeline

• Start date: 2024-10-01
• Primary completion: 2024-12-12
• Completion: 2025-02-07
• First posted: 2026-01-05
• Last updated: 2026-01-06

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Egypt