Efficacy of Deep Cervical Training Combined With Mobilization Techniques on Forward Head Posture

Efficacy of Deep Cervical Training Combined With Mobilization Techniques on Forward Head

To investigate the efficacy of adding cervical & thoracic spinal mobilization techniques to deep cervical training compared to deep cervical training alone on Pain, Neck functional ability, Craniovertebral angle.

Inclusion Criteria:

• The craniovertebral angle is less than 50 degrees.
• Age ranges from 18 to 25 years old.
• Forward head is associated with neck pain.

Exclusion Criteria:

A history of any of the following conditions:

• Previous surgery regarding the spine or shoulders.
• Vertebral fractures regarding the cervical spine or the skull.
• Positive neurological signs or evidence of spinal compression
• headaches prior to the onset of neck pain and without cervical origin
• Inner ear or vestibular Problems
• Whiplash Injuries