Which exercise best fixes rounded back? study reveals answer
NCT ID NCT07426588
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compared two types of exercises—thoracic extension and global postural corrective exercises—in 30 adults with hyper kyphosis (excessive rounding of the upper back). Researchers measured pain, range of motion, and posture to see which approach worked better. The goal was to find a simple, non-surgical way to ease symptoms and improve quality of life.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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30 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jan 2025
- Finished
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Oct 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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22 to 45 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age group between 18 and 48 years * Both gender male and female * Cobb angle ≥42°to\<60 degree * NPRS \> 3 * Mild to moderate scoring according to KSAQ Exclusion Criteria: * Congenital spinal deformity * Spinal, rib and clavicle fracture * Discogenic Disease * Autoimmune Disorder * History of spinal surgery * Structural Deformity * Systemic disease or inflammatory condition of spine
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Imran Idrees Teaching Hospital
Sialkot, Punjab Province, Pakistan
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