Effect of Release of Upper Track of Deep Front Facial Line Versus Myofascial Release With IASTM on Patients With Upper Cross Syndrome

Launched by CAIRO UNIVERSITY · Apr 1, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is exploring two different treatments for people with Upper Cross Syndrome, a condition that often causes poor posture, including a forward head and rounded shoulders. The study will compare the effects of a specific type of muscle release technique called "release of upper track of deep front facial line" to another method known as myofascial release with IASTM (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization). The goal is to see which treatment helps improve posture and reduce discomfort better.

To participate in this trial, individuals must be between 18 and 40 years old and have certain physical characteristics, like a forward head posture and a rounded back. However, people with a history of neck injuries, certain medical conditions (like osteoporosis or heart issues), or other specific health problems will not be eligible. While the trial is not yet recruiting participants, those who join can expect to receive one of the two treatment methods and to be monitored to assess how well it works for their condition.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Age between 18-40 years old
• • All participants had forward head, craniovertebral angle \< 50.
• • All participants had rounded back (kyphosis angle ≥ 42°)
• • Based on assessment of upper cross syndrome by photogrammetric analysis.
• • The subjects were chosen from both genders.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • History of trauma or surgery in cervical region.
• • Bone fractures or acute soft tissue injuries.
• • Osteoporosis.
• • Heart attack.
• • Unstable angina pectoris -Implanted pacemaker or defibrillator- -Cancer-
• • Rheumatoid arthritis
• • Connective tissue disease: This includes diseases such as osteomyelitis, lupus and scleroderma -Neurological conditions-