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VOL. 4, ISSUE 1 (2022)
Effect of deep cervical flexor training and scapular stabilization exercises on forward head posture in school going children by the end of 4 weeks- A comparative study
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Sarah Sayed, Sonal Patole, Sucheta Golhar
Abstract
Topic: Effect of deep cervical flexor training and scapular stabilization exercises on forward head posture in school going children by the end of 4 weeks-a comparative study Background: The prevalence of forward head posture among school children's is 63% [1] The frequent forward flexion causes changes in the cervical spine, curvature, supporting ligaments, tendons, and musculature, as well as the bony segments, commonly causing postural change and pain felt in the neck and other associated areas [3]. It causes compensatory actions, such as rounded shoulders, and abnormal muscle activity can be observed. The change in posture can lead to a spatial change between the spine and the line of gravity, causing an overload on muscles and connective tissues [6]. It causes poor interactions between parts of the body making appropriate joint movements difficult to achieve [1] Objective: To compare the effect of deep cervical flexor training and scapular stabilization exercises on forward head posture in school children’s by the end of 4 weeks using craniovertebral angle Methodology: Ethical clearance was obtained from the institution. Informed consent was taken from the participants. Participants were screened according to inclusion and exclusion criteria. Purpose of study and procedure was explained to participants. Participants were divided into two group by odd and even method. Sit and Reach test was taken prior and at the end of intervention. Group A: Deep Cervical Flexor training Group B: Scapular Stabilization Exercises Result: Total 60 students of age group 12-16 years, with Forward head posture volunteered to participate in the study and have completed the program. Pre and post analysis was done within group using paired t test which showed significant results and unpaired test was done inter-group which also showed significant results and p value, mean and mean of difference was calculated. Results from the statistical analysis were tabulated and presented in graphical formats for better understanding and easier interpretations. Conclusion: In this study, pre-treatment assessment and post treatment assessment showed significant results on outcome measures, craniovertebral angle, Both the Deep cervical flexor training and Scapular stabilization exercises are individually effective in increasing the flexibility, but, a comparison between the groups produced a significant difference of 1.22 which shows that Deep cervical traing has a clinical and statistical advantage than Scapular stabilization exersices for improving Forward head posture in school childrens
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Pages:30-36
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Sarah Sayed, Sonal Patole, Sucheta Golhar "Effect of deep cervical flexor training and scapular stabilization exercises on forward head posture in school going children by the end of 4 weeks- A comparative study". International Journal of Physical Education, Exercise and Sports, Vol 4, Issue 1, 2022, Pages 30-36
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