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Forward head posture may change muscles from neck to ankles, study finds

NCT ID NCT07500051

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Gaziantep City Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 49 women with forward head posture to see how the angle of their head relates to muscle thickness in the neck, abdomen, hips, and legs. Researchers used ultrasound to measure muscles. The goal was to understand how this common posture problem affects the whole body, not just the neck.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If the results show clear links between head posture and muscle changes across the body, it could help doctors better assess and treat posture problems.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed observational study with only 49 women. It does not test any treatment, so it cannot prove what works for posture correction.

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Study facts

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Participants

49 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Apr 2025

Finished

Oct 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

The study population consisted of 49 female participants aged over 18 years. Participants were divided into two groups: 25 individuals diagnosed with forward head posture (FHP) and 24 individuals with normal head posture(NHP). All participants were right-hand dominant. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were applied during recruitment. Individuals with systemic diseases affecting posture, a history of musculoskeletal or neurological disorders, previous relevant surgeries, or conditions that could interfere with participation were excluded from the study. Participation was voluntary.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age \>18 years * Female sex * Right-hand dominance Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of a systemic disease that may cause forward head posture (FHP) * Presence of osteoarthritis in the ankle, knee, hip, or spine * History of surgery involving the cervical region, lumbar region, or lower extremities * Presence of neurological disorders affecting muscles or nerves * Presence of pain originating from the cervical region * Presence of radiculopathy * Presence of mental retardation or neuropsychiatric disorders preventing participation * Unwillingness to participate * Pregnancy

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Craniovertebral angle Posture Ultrasonography

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ankara Etlik City Hospital

    Yenimahalle, Ankara, 06170, Turkey (Türkiye)

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