Forward Head PostureNCT06716346
Investigation of Posture, Postural Stability and Core Endurance in Adults with Forward Head Posture: a Controlled Study
An observational study of Forward Head Posture, run by Nigde Omer Halisdemir University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
Forward head posture (FHP) is defined as the position in which the head is in front of the shoulder and is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems caused by increasing computer and smartphone use. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 35 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Forward Head Posture
- How many people
- 80 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 8 Nov 2024to 8 Jan 2025
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 35 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Study population: Participants with a CVA of 50 degrees and less than 50 degrees will be included in the head forward posture group, and participants with a CVA above 50 degrees will be included in the control group.
Who may be able to join
- -18-35 years
Who cannot join
- Diagnosed respiratory, neurological, orthopaedic, psychiatric or cardiac problems
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Having a history of neck trauma
- Having undergone spinal surgery
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site
Nigde Omer Halisdemir University
Niğde, Niğde Province, 51200
About this study
Forward head posture (FHP) is defined as the position in which the head is in front of the shoulder and is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems caused by increasing computer and smartphone use. The aim of this study is to compare the posture, postural stability and core endurance of participants with normal posture and participants with FHP.
Read the detailed description
Forward head posture (FHP) is defined as the position in which the head is in front of the shoulder and is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems caused by increasing computer and smartphone use. FHP affects the muscle functions in the neck and thoracic region, reduces the expansion of the rib cage, diaphragm activation and strength with the kyphotic posture it causes, and causes a restrictive pulmonary disorder. In addition, FHP causes various postural alignment disorders in the body, leading to weakening of the core region and affecting postural stability. Posture analysis, postural stability and core endurance tests will be applied to the participants. The aim of this study is to compare the posture, postural stability and core endurance of participants with normal posture and participants with FHP.
- Conditions
- Forward Head Posture
- Keywords
- forward head posture, postural stability, balance, core, endurans
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Forward head posture group | -Craniovertebral angle <50 | |
| control | -Craniovertebral angle >50 |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
postur
A digital camera will be used to assess head and neck posture in the standing position.
Measured: Baseline
Postural stability
Postural stability will be assessed in the bipedal position with eyes open and closed and in the unipedal position with eyes open. All tests will be measured using a force plate platform.
Measured: Baseline
Secondary outcomes (1)
Core endurance
Core endurance is assessed using the trunk flexor test, trunk extensor test and side bridge test. All assessments are carried out during the time the individual is able to remain in bed.
Measured: Baseline
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted4 Dec 2024
- Study start8 Nov 2024
- Primary completion8 Jan 2025
- Study completion8 Jan 2025
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Forward Head PostureStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Observational
- Observational model
- Case-control
- Time perspective
- Cross-sectional
- Enrolment
- 80 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Nigde Omer Halisdemir University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Gürkan Demirtas, Nigde Omer Halisdemir University
- Investigators
- Gürkan Demirtaş, Msc., Principal investigator, Niğde Ömer Halisdemir Üniversitesi
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06716346
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 2024/19-15
- Status last verified
- Nov 2024
- First submitted
- 29 Nov 2024
- Last updated
- 10 Feb 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Undecided
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 10 Feb 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Investigation of Posture, Postural Stability and Core Endurance in Adults with Forward Head Posture: a Controlled Study
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06716346
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 2024/19-15
- Conditions
- Forward Head Posture
- Keywords
- forward head posture, postural stability, balance, core, endurans
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 80 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Nigde Omer Halisdemir UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 8 Nov 2024 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 8 Jan 2025 (actual)
- Study completion
- 8 Jan 2025 (actual)
- First posted
- 4 Dec 2024 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
Forward head posture (FHP) is defined as the position in which the head is in front of the shoulder and is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems caused by increasing computer and smartphone use. The aim of this study is to compare the posture, postural stability and core endurance of participants with normal posture and participants with FHP.
Detailed description
Forward head posture (FHP) is defined as the position in which the head is in front of the shoulder and is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems caused by increasing computer and smartphone use. FHP affects the muscle functions in the neck and thoracic region, reduces the expansion of the rib cage, diaphragm activation and strength with the kyphotic posture it causes, and causes a restrictive pulmonary disorder. In addition, FHP causes various postural alignment disorders in the body, leading to weakening of the core region and affecting postural stability. Posture analysis, postural stability and core endurance tests will be applied to the participants. The aim of this study is to compare the posture, postural stability and core endurance of participants with normal posture and participants with FHP.
Study design
- Observational model
- Case-control
- Time perspective
- Cross-sectional
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Forward head posture group | – | –-Craniovertebral angle <50 |
| control | – | –-Craniovertebral angle >50 |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 35 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
- Study population
- Participants with a CVA of 50 degrees and less than 50 degrees will be included in the head forward posture group, and participants with a CVA above 50 degrees will be included in the control group.
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- -18-35 years
Key exclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Diagnosed respiratory, neurological, orthopaedic, psychiatric or cardiac problems
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Having a history of neck trauma
- Having undergone spinal surgery
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Primary outcome
postur
Time frame: Baseline
A digital camera will be used to assess head and neck posture in the standing position.
Postural stability
Time frame: Baseline
Postural stability will be assessed in the bipedal position with eyes open and closed and in the unipedal position with eyes open. All tests will be measured using a force plate platform.
1 secondary outcome
Core endurance
Time frame: Baseline
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 10 Feb 2025.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Undecided
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Gürkan Demirtaş, Msc. principal investigator
Niğde Ömer Halisdemir Üniversitesi
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Forward Head Posture, run by Nigde Omer Halisdemir University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 4 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 10 Feb 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
postur (time frame: Baseline). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 10 Feb 2025.