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The Effect of Focus Approaches on Neck Region Muscle Activation
Sponsor: Gazi University
Summary
Forward Head Posture (FHP) causes muscle imbalances in the neck and shoulder regions. Various exercises are suggested to correct FHP. During these exercises, internal and external focus techniques are used to enhance motor learning and improve muscle balance. However, there are no studies examining how these approaches affect neck muscle activation in individuals with FHP. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of external and internal focus techniques, aimed at improving cervical alignment during postural correction exercises, on cervical muscle activation in individuals with FHP.
Official title: Investigation of the Effect of Externally Vs. Internally Focused Techniques on Neck Region Muscle Activation During Postural Correction Exercises in Individuals with Forward Head Posture: Prospective Randomized Crossover Study
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 35 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
30
Start Date
2025-02-02
Completion Date
2025-04-15
Last Updated
2025-01-16
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
The chin tuck posture
A chin tuck is a posture correction technique where the individual gently tucks their chin towards their chest while keeping the rest of the body straight. This movement helps align the head and neck, reducing forward head posture and improving spinal alignment. After performing the unguided exercises, the patients will be taught the chin tuck position. From this point onward, they will be instructed to maintain the chin tuck position while performing the exercises using both external and internal focus strategies.
Locations (1)
Gazi University
Ankara, Turkey, Turkey (Türkiye)