| CTRI Number |
CTRI/2025/04/084282 [Registered on: 07/04/2025] Trial Registered Prospectively |
| Last Modified On: |
17/03/2025 |
| Post Graduate Thesis |
No |
| Type of Trial |
Interventional |
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Type of Study
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Other (Specify) [Physical therapy ] |
| Study Design |
Other |
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Public Title of Study
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Resistance band scapular strengthening effects on young adults shoulder mobility, forward head posture, and pain |
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Scientific Title of Study
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Efficacy of Resistance Band Scapular Strengthening on Pain, Forward Head Posture and Shoulder Mobility in Young Adults-A randomized controlled trial |
| Trial Acronym |
NIL |
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Secondary IDs if Any
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| Secondary ID |
Identifier |
| NIL |
NIL |
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Details of Principal Investigator or overall Trial Coordinator (multi-center study)
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| Name |
Shazia Rahman |
| Designation |
Undergraduate |
| Affiliation |
Galgotias University |
| Address |
B-319,B-block,Department of Physiotherapy, Galgotias University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh,203201,India.
Gautam Buddha Nagar
UTTAR PRADESH
203201
India |
| Phone |
8102492646 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
shaziarahman537@gmail.com |
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Details of Contact Person
Scientific Query
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| Name |
Taruna Verma |
| Designation |
Associate Professor |
| Affiliation |
GALGOTIAS UNIVERSITY |
| Address |
Room No B-319,Department of Physiotherapy,Galgotias University,Plot No 2,Sector 17A,Opposite Buddha International Circuit,Greater Noida,Gautam Buddha Nagar,Utar Pradesh
Gautam Buddha Nagar
UTTAR PRADESH
203201
India |
| Phone |
7988151951 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
drtarunaverma21@gmail.com |
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Details of Contact Person
Public Query
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| Name |
Shazia Rahman |
| Designation |
Undergraduate |
| Affiliation |
Galgotias University |
| Address |
B-319,B-Block, Department of Physiotherapy, Galgotias University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 203201,India
Gautam Buddha Nagar
UTTAR PRADESH
203201
India |
| Phone |
8102492646 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
shaziarahman537@gmail.com |
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Source of Monetary or Material Support
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Primary Sponsor
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| Name |
Galgotias University |
| Address |
School of Allied Health
Sciences Department of Physiotherapy,Gautam Buddha Nagar,Gautam Buddha Nagar
203201,India
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| Type of Sponsor |
Research institution |
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Details of Secondary Sponsor
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Countries of Recruitment
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India |
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Sites of Study
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| No of Sites = 1 |
| Name of Principal
Investigator |
Name of Site |
Site Address |
Phone/Fax/Email |
| Dr TARUNA VERMA |
Galgotias University |
Room No B-319,Department of Physiotherapy,Galgotias University,Plot No 2,Sector 17A,Opposite Buddha International Circuit,Greater Noida,Gautam Buddha Nagar,
Uttar Pradesh
Gautam Buddha Nagar
UTTAR PRADESH |
7988151951
drtarunaverma21@gmail.com |
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Details of Ethics Committee
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| No of Ethics Committees= 1 |
| Name of Committee |
Approval Status |
| DEPARTMENTAL RESEARCH COMMITTEE |
Approved |
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Regulatory Clearance Status from DCGI
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Health Condition / Problems Studied
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| Health Type |
Condition |
| Healthy Human Volunteers |
Individuals diagnosed with Forward Head Posture.
Participants experiencing mild to moderate neck or shoulder pain.
Decreased shoulder mobility
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Intervention / Comparator Agent
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| Type |
Name |
Details |
| Intervention |
Resistance Band Scapular Strengthening |
Group 1 will undergo a structured resistance band scapular strengthening program targeting the scapular stabilizing muscles,the exercises will be performed three times a week for 8 weeks. |
| Comparator Agent |
Standard Postural Correction Exercise |
Group 2 will follow a standard postural correction exercise program designed to improve cervical and thoracic alignment,the exercises will also be performed three times a week for 8 weeks. |
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Inclusion Criteria
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| Age From |
18.00 Year(s) |
| Age To |
25.00 Year(s) |
| Gender |
Both |
| Details |
1 University students aged 18-25 years.
2. Individuals diagnosed with Forward Head Posture.
3. Participants experiencing mild to moderate neck or shoulder pain for at least 3 months.
4. Willingness to participate and ability to provide informed consent.
5. No recent history of scapular strengthening exercises within the past 6 months. |
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| ExclusionCriteria |
| Details |
1. Individuals with any diagnosed cervical or shoulder pathology such as cervical disc herniation, rotator cuff tears, or severe osteoarthritis.
2. History of trauma or surgery in the neck or shoulder region.
3. Participants with neurological conditions affecting posture and mobility.
4. Use of pain relief medications or physical therapy treatments for neck or shoulder in the last 3 months.
4. Pregnancy or any other medical condition contraindicating exercise participation. |
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Method of Generating Random Sequence
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Coin toss, Lottery, toss of dice, shuffling cards etc |
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Method of Concealment
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Sequentially numbered, sealed, opaque envelopes |
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Blinding/Masking
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Not Applicable |
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Primary Outcome
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| Outcome |
TimePoints |
| reducing pain, correcting forward head posture |
8 weeks |
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Secondary Outcome
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| Outcome |
TimePoints |
| improving shoulder mobility |
8 weeks |
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Target Sample Size
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Total Sample Size="68"
Sample Size from India="68"
Final Enrollment numbers achieved (Total)= "Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials"
Final Enrollment numbers achieved (India)="Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials" |
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Phase of Trial
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N/A |
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Date of First Enrollment (India)
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08/04/2025 |
| Date of Study Completion (India) |
Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials |
| Date of First Enrollment (Global) |
Date Missing |
| Date of Study Completion (Global) |
Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials |
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Estimated Duration of Trial
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Years="0"
Months="1"
Days="0" |
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Recruitment Status of Trial (Global)
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Not Applicable |
| Recruitment Status of Trial (India) |
Not Yet Recruiting |
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Publication Details
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N/A |
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Individual Participant Data (IPD) Sharing Statement
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Will individual participant data (IPD) be shared publicly (including data dictionaries)?
Response - YES
- What data in particular will be shared?
Response - Individual participant data that underlie the results reported in this article, after de-identification (text, tables, figures, and appendices).
- What additional supporting information will be shared?
Response - Study Protocol
- Who will be able to view these files?
Response - Anyone
- For what types of analyses will this data be available?
Response - Any purpose.
- By what mechanism will data be made available?
Response (Others) -
- For how long will this data be available start date provided 26-09-2025 and end date provided 08-09-2028?
Response - Immediately following publication. No end date.
- Any URL or additional information regarding plan/policy for sharing IPD?
Additional Information - NIL
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Brief Summary
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Forward Head Posture (FHP) is a common postural deviation among young adults, particularly university students, due to prolonged engagement in activities that require forward head positioning, such as studying, using digital devices, and working on computers.FHP is often associated with neck and shoulder pain, reduced range of motion, and impaired functional capacity, ultimately affecting the quality of life and academic performance of affected individuals. key muscles are involved in maintaining head posture . The sternocleidomastoid (SCM) and scalene muscles, become overactive and shortened due to the forward position of the head. the deep cervical flexors, longus capitis and longus colli, become weak . Posteriorly, the suboccipital muscles, levator scapulae, and upper trapezius tension and tightness. Key muscles involved in scapular stabilization include the trapezius (upper, middle, and lower fibers), rhomboids, serratus anterior, and levator scapulae.In individuals with FHP, the scapula often assumes a protracted and downwardly rotated position, Scapular strengthening exercises, resistance bands, target these key muscles to enhance their strength and endurance, thereby improving scapular positioning and stability. Strengthening the scapular retractors, such as the middle trapezius and rhomboids, helps counteract the protracted position of the scapula, while activating the lower trapezius and serratus anterior assists in upward rotation and posterior tilt of the scapula(8). This improved scapular function can alleviate stress on the cervical spine, reduce pain, and promote a more balanced posture, Resistance band exercises offer a cost-effective and accessible means to enhance scapular strength and stability.This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a structured resistance band scapular strengthening program on reducing pain, correcting forward head posture, and enhancing shoulder mobility in university students. |