Could poor posture and shoulder blade position be linked to tension headaches? a study investigates.

NCT ID NCT07726303

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

First seen Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Summary

This study compares forward head posture and shoulder blade (scapular) alignment and movement between people with tension-type headaches and healthy volunteers. Using a smartphone app and digital inclinometers, researchers measure head angle and scapular position at rest and during arm movement. The goal is to identify physical differences that may contribute to headache pain.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If clear postural differences are found, it could point toward new physical therapy targets for tension-type headache relief.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study with only 50 participants, so findings may not apply broadly. It measures posture, not treatment effects.

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Conditions

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Tension-Type Headache

As listed by the trial registrant

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TENSION-TYPE HEADACHE

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Locations

Cairo University

Giza, Egypt

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