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Could simple posture exercises reshape how jaw and neck muscles work?

NCT ID NCT07780396

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Cairo University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 21, 2026 · Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Summary

This trial explores whether a structured 10-week exercise program can alter the electrical activity of jaw and neck muscles in people with forward head posture—a common condition where the head sits too far forward. Participants aged 18 to 30 with this posture but no neck pain will be randomly assigned to either a specific exercise routine or general exercises. Researchers will measure muscle activity and head posture before and after the program to see if the targeted exercises make a difference.

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Active substance
A structured 10-week exercise program combining strengthening and stretching exercises for neck and shoulder muscles.
What this could lead to
If effective, this exercise program could offer a simple, drug-free way to improve posture and potentially reduce the risk of future neck or jaw problems.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial, and the results may not apply to everyone. The exercises may not produce meaningful changes in muscle activity or posture.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 60 people

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Started

May 2026

Expected to finish

Oct 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 30 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * 1\. Participants aged 18- 30 years. 2. Presence of forward head posture, defined as CVA of less than 50° with no symptoms of neck pain \[18, 19\]. 3. No treatment for TMD or cervical symptoms (e.g., medication, physical therapy, or intra-articular injection) within the previous 2 weeks. Exclusion Criteria: * 1\. Current or previous diagnosis of temporomandibular disorder (TMD), or the presence of TMD-related signs or symptoms (e.g., joint sounds, restricted mouth opening, or orofacial pain) during screening. 2\. History of TMJ subluxation or dislocation that could interfere with mouth opening. 3\. History of recent head or neck trauma. 4. Angle Class II or Class III malocclusion. 5. Postural abnormalities secondary to structural spinal deformities (e.g., scoliosis or kyphosis), rheumatic diseases, or other medical conditions affecting posture. 6\. Missing posterior teeth, recent orthodontic treatment (within the previous 12 months), or dental restorations that altered occlusion.

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Forward head posture

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  • Physical therapy outpatient clinic

    RECRUITING

    Beirut, Lebanon

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