Lower Crossed SyndromeNCT07825610
Lower Crossed Syndrome on Postural Control and Energy Expenditure
An observational study of Lower Crossed Syndrome, run by Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
The aim of this study was to compare postural control, lumbar stabilization, lower extremity proprioception, physical activity level, and energy expenditure level between individuals with Lower Crossed Syndrome (LCS) and healthy controls. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 25 to 40 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Lower Crossed Syndrome
- How many people
- 116 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 1 Oct 2024to 1 Jul 2026
- 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 25 to 40 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Study population: 116 volunteers aged 25-40 years. Participants were divided into an LCS group (n=58) and a healthy control group (n=58).
Who may be able to join
- Voluntary agreement to participate in the study,
- Being between 25-40 years of age,
- Not having any orthopedic or neurological problems,
- Not having received a specific diagnosis that could cause spinal pain (lumbar disc herniation, radiculopathy, spinal tumor, bleeding, abscess, etc.),
- Not having used any medication for spinal pain in the last 3 months,
- Not currently receiving physical therapy for lumbar problems.
- Positive results from at least three of the following tests applied to determine the presence of ACS: modified Thomas test, modified Schober test, lumbar erector spinae shortening test, prone hip extension test, and straight leg raise test.
Who cannot join
- Having a specific diagnosis causing spinal pain
- Having a history of lumbar spine surgery
- Having used any medication for spinal pain in the last 3 months
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: The Effect of Lower Crossed Syndrome on Postural Control and Energy Expenditure Level
The aim of this study was to compare postural control, lumbar stabilization, lower extremity proprioception, physical activity level, and energy expenditure level between individuals with Lower Crossed Syndrome (LCS) and healthy controls.
- Conditions
- Lower Crossed Syndrome
- Keywords
- Lumbar stabilization, Postural control, Energy expenditure, Physical activity
- Medical subject headings
- Motor Activity
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lower crossed syndrome | |
| 2 | Healthy group |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Postural control
The Biodex Balance System (Biodex 945-302, Biodex Medical Systems Inc., Shirley, New York, USA) is used for the objective assessment of dynamic postural control. High scores on stability indices indicate greater postural sway and lower postural stability.
Measured: Enrollment
Energy Expenditure Level
Physiological cost (energy expenditure level) is assessed using the Physiological Cost Index during the 6-Minute Walk Test. The index is an indirect measure that allows for the assessment of physiological effort during submaximal activity based on heart rate and walking speed.
Measured: Enrollment
Secondary outcomes (3)
Lumbar Stabilization
Lumbar stabilization is assessed using a Stabilizer Pressure Biofeedback Unit (Chattanooga Group, Hixson, TN, USA). Participants are asked to increase the pressure by 10 mmHg by performing the abdominal drawing-in maneuver and to maintain this pressure for 5 seconds.
Measured: Enrollment
Lower Extremity Proprioception
In the assessment of proprioception, joint position sense measurements are performed using a smartphone-based digital goniometer. After positioning the patients, the knee is placed at flexion angles of 30, 45, and 90 degrees, respectively, and patients are asked to estimate these same positions. These measurements are repeated three times, and the average is recorded.
Measured: Enrollment
Physical Activity Level
Participants' physical activity levels are assessed using the Physical Activity Index (FIT). The FIT score is calculated by multiplying the frequency, intensity, and duration of physical activity. An higher score indicates a higher level of physical activity.
Measured: Enrollment
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted17 Sep 2026
- Study start1 Oct 2024
- Primary completion1 May 2026
- Study completion1 Jul 2026
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Lower Crossed SyndromeStudies 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
- Prospective
- Enrolment
- 116 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Ayse Unal, Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07825610
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 2024/01
- Status last verified
- Sep 2026
- First submitted
- 6 Sep 2026
- Last updated
- 17 Sep 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 17 Sep 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effect of Lower Crossed Syndrome on Postural Control and Energy Expenditure Level
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07825610
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 2024/01
- Conditions
- Lower Crossed Syndrome
- Keywords
- Lumbar stabilization, Postural control, Energy expenditure, Physical activity
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 116 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Oct 2024 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 1 May 2026 (actual)
- Study completion
- 1 Jul 2026 (actual)
- First posted
- 17 Sep 2026 (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.
The aim of this study was to compare postural control, lumbar stabilization, lower extremity proprioception, physical activity level, and energy expenditure level between individuals with Lower Crossed Syndrome (LCS) and healthy controls.
Study design
- Observational model
- Case-control
- Time perspective
- Prospective
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | – | –Lower crossed syndrome |
| 2 | – | –Healthy group |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 25 to 40 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
- Study population
- 116 volunteers aged 25-40 years. Participants were divided into an LCS group (n=58) and a healthy control group (n=58).
Key inclusion criteria (7 listed)
- Voluntary agreement to participate in the study,
- Being between 25-40 years of age,
- Not having any orthopedic or neurological problems,
- Not having received a specific diagnosis that could cause spinal pain (lumbar disc herniation, radiculopathy, spinal tumor, bleeding, abscess, etc.),
- Not having used any medication for spinal pain in the last 3 months,
Key exclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Having a specific diagnosis causing spinal pain
- Having a history of lumbar spine surgery
- Having used any medication for spinal pain in the last 3 months
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
Postural control
Time frame: Enrollment
The Biodex Balance System (Biodex 945-302, Biodex Medical Systems Inc., Shirley, New York, USA) is used for the objective assessment of dynamic postural control. High scores on stability indices indicate greater postural sway and lower postural stability.
Energy Expenditure Level
Time frame: Enrollment
Physiological cost (energy expenditure level) is assessed using the Physiological Cost Index during the 6-Minute Walk Test. The index is an indirect measure that allows for the assessment of physiological effort during submaximal activity based on heart rate and walking speed.
3 secondary outcomes
Lumbar Stabilization
Time frame: Enrollment
Lower Extremity Proprioception
Time frame: Enrollment
Physical Activity Level
Time frame: Enrollment
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 17 Sep 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
Related trials for Lower Crossed Syndrome
Active, not recruiting
Biomechanical Simulation Analysis of the Lower Extremity During Running in Males With Type A Lower Crossed Syndrome.
Lower Crossed Syndrome
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.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
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 Lower Crossed Syndrome, run by Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat 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 7 inclusion and 3 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 17 Sep 2026. 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?
Postural control (time frame: Enrollment). 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 17 Sep 2026; AzTrials last refreshed its copy on 6 Nov 2026.