Can simple exercises straighten your back? new study tests two methods
NCT ID NCT07255794
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two types of exercises—Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization and thoracic stabilization—to see which better strengthens back muscles and improves posture in people with kyphosis (rounded upper back). Thirty adults aged 18-40 will do one of the programs for 6 weeks. Researchers will measure muscle activity, pain, and spine curvature before and after the program.
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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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About 30 people
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- Expected to start
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Dec 2025
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- Expected to finish
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Feb 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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18 to 40 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 18 and 40 years. * Presence of thoracic kyphosis based on clinical and flexible ruler assessment. * Able to perform exercise-based interventions. * Voluntarily agrees to participate and signs the informed consent form. * No neurological, systemic, cardiac or orthopedic condition that would prevent safe participation in the exercise program. Exclusion Criteria: * Age outside the range of 18-40 years. * Pregnancy. * Malignancy. * History of spinal surgery within the last year. * Currently performing spinal or intensive core stabilization exercises. * Visual, auditory or cognitive impairment that would interfere with cooperation during the intervention. * Contraindications to exercise participation. * Non-adherence to the exercise program (not performing exercises for three consecutive days).
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Locations
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Mudanya University
Bursa, 16940, Turkey (Türkiye)
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