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Can tape and exercise fix your 'Text Neck'? new study tests simple fix

NCT ID NCT07666659

Symptom relief Sponsor: Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study looked at whether adding tape to neck and shoulder exercises helps women with forward head posture. 42 women did either exercises alone or exercises plus taping for 6 weeks. Researchers measured neck strength, endurance, and daily function before and after the program.

What this could mean

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Active substance
cervical and scapular stabilization exercises and cervical taping
What this could lead to
If taping plus exercises proves more effective than exercises alone, it could offer a simple, low-cost way to improve neck function and reduce disability in people with forward head posture.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 42 women, so results may not apply to men or larger populations. The taping effect may be small or temporary, and the study did not follow participants long-term.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

42 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Nov 2024

Finished

Feb 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

25 to 55 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Craniovertebral angle of ≤ 50°, * Neck Disability Index score greater than 5, * Horizontal distance greater than 3.5 cm between the earlobe and the acromion process. Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed spinal deformity, * History of vertebral fracture, * Previous spinal surgery, -Contraindications to taping (such as open wounds or allergies) -

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Conditions

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Motor Activity

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Forward head posture

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mugla Sitki Kocman University

    Muğla, Menteşe, 48000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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