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The Effects of Stabilization Exercises and Taping on Cervical Muscle Strength, Endurance, and Function in Women With Forward Head Posture.
Sponsor: Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University
Summary
This study was conducted to investigate the effects of taping application on cervical muscle strength, endurance, and function in women with forward head posture. A total of 42 women with forward head posture participated in the study. Participants in Exercise group received cervical and scapular stabilization exercises (n = 21), while participants in Taping group received cervical taping in addition to the exercise program (n = 21).The participants' demographic characteristics, the horizontal distance between the earlobe and the acromion process, Neck Disability Index scores, craniovertebral angle measurements, activation and endurance of the deep neck flexor muscles, and endurance of the cervical extensor muscles were evaluated. All assessments were performed at baseline and were repeated after 6 weeks.
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
25 Years - 55 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
42
Start Date
2024-11-14
Completion Date
2025-02-14
Last Updated
2026-06-24
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Exercise
The exercise program was performed at home 7 days per week for 6 weeks, with weekly modifications made by the therapist.
exercise and taping
participants received taping in addition to the exercise program provided to the exercise group. The taping was applied by a therapist with two years of taping experience and was continued for six weeks.
Locations (1)
Mugla Sitki Kocman University
Muğla, Menteşe, Turkey (Türkiye)