Which exercise fixes desk posture and pain? a Head-to-Head test

NCT ID NCT07766070

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Faisalabad Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 14, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Summary

This trial compares two exercise programs—stabilization exercises and corrective exercises—to see which better reduces pain, improves breathing, and corrects posture in office workers with upper cross syndrome. About 50 adults aged 24–40 who work long hours at computers will be randomly assigned to one of the two programs, each lasting six weeks. Researchers will measure pain, lung function, and posture before and after to determine which approach offers greater benefits.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Stabilization exercises and corrective exercises
What this could lead to: If one exercise approach proves more effective, it could give physiotherapists a clear, evidence-based way to treat upper cross syndrome in desk workers.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Exercise programs also depend on adherence, and some people may not improve.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

oculocerebral hypopigmentation syndrome of Preus Respiratory Aspiration

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF COMPUTER WORKERS FORWARD HEAD POSTURE UPPER CROSS SYNDROME

Contacts and locations

Locations

Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Faisalabad

Faisalabad, Punjab Province, 38000, Pakistan

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