期刊名称：International Journal of Early Childhood Special Education
电子版ISSN：1308-5581
出版年度：2022
卷号：14
期号：4
页码：1563-1568
DOI：10.9756/INTJECSE/V14I4.202
语种：English
出版社：International Journal of Early Childhood Special Education
摘要：Background: Forward Head Posture is characterized by an anterior position of head in relation to the line of gravity1. Research also suggests that spending more than 20 h/wk on unsupported devices increases the risk for developing cervical spine musculoskeletal disorders2. Neck pain resulting from a reduction not only in the length of muscle fibers, but also in the capacity to generate tension in muscles is also attributed to FHP11-13. FHP is associated with weakness in the deep cervical short flexor muscles and mid-thoracic scapular retractors and shortening of the opposing cervical extensors1. Forward head posture impairs the mobility and function of the diaphragm and causes inefficient contraction of abdominal muscles, decreasing lung capacity15. The purpose of this study was to determine if a 6-weeks, targeted and progressive exercise program could improve FHP in symptomatic adults. Objectives: To determine the efficacy of the structured exercise program and to reduce the treatment time required to correct forward head posture. Materials and methodology:88subjects with a history of neck pain participated in this study. A structured exercise program for 6 weeks was given to the subjects. Pre and Post assessment of pain, MMT and forward head posture was done. Exercise program included strengthening, stretching and breathing exercises. Result: There was a significant difference between pain intensity and MMT. But there was no significant change in the FHP.
关键词：Forward Head Posture;Neck pain;Exercise Program
