Effect of Kinesiolology taping and Posture Stabilizing Exercise on Pain, Craniovertebral Angle, Proprioception in Adults with Forward Head Posture

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 1862-1867 ◽  
Author(s):  
Junghyun Choi ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Forward Head Posture ◽  
Head Posture ◽  
Craniovertebral Angle

Correlation between craniovertebral angle in the sagittal plane and angles and indices measured in the frontal plane at the moment of inducing forward head posture

Work ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Samira Molaeifar ◽  
Farzaneh Yazdani ◽  
Amin Kordi Yoosefinejad ◽  
Mohammad Taghi Karimi
Keyword(s):  
Head And Neck ◽  
Negative Correlation ◽  
Sagittal Plane ◽  
Frontal Plane ◽  
Forward Head Posture ◽  
Head Posture ◽  
Digital Devices ◽  
Moderate Negative Correlation ◽  
The Moment ◽  
Craniovertebral Angle

BACKGROUND: Forward head posture (FHP) is the most common malposition in the head and neck area. With the growing use of digital devices, the prevalence of FHP may be expected to increase dramatically. Thus far, FHP has been evaluated only in the sagittal plane. OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to measure angles and indices from anatomical landmarks in the frontal plane and determine the possible correlations between these variables and craniovertebral angle (CVA) as an index of FHP in the sagittal plane. METHODS: Fifty eight healthy individuals (29 men, 29 women) between 18 and 40 years old participated in this cross-sectional study. Participants were evaluated with an 8-camera motion analysis system. After markers were placed on predetermined landmarks, the participants were asked to maintain their head and neck in the neutral position for 5 seconds. Then participants induced FHP by flexing and lowering their head. The correlation between CVA and a set of angles and indices was calculated at the moment of FHP induction. RESULTS: A moderate correlation was observed between 3-D CVA and the angle formed between the sternum and both tragi for the whole sample and separately in both sexes. A moderate negative correlation was observed between 3-D CVA and height, weight, and BMI in women. A moderate negative correlation was observed between 3-D CVA and height, weight, BMI, and hours on digital devices in men. CONCLUSIONS: Changes in CVA in the sagittal plane can be predicted from changes in the angle formed between the midpoint of the sternum and the left and right tragi in the frontal plane.

Forward Head Posture and Neck Mobility in Chronic Tension-Type Headache

Cephalalgia ◽  
2006 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 314-319 ◽  
Author(s):  
C Fernández-de-las-Peñas ◽  
C Alonso-Blanco ◽  
ML Cuadrado ◽  
JA Pareja
Keyword(s):  
Potential Role ◽  
Tension Type Headache ◽  
Forward Head Posture ◽  
Chronic Tension Type Headache ◽  
Head Posture ◽  
Group A ◽  
Type Headache ◽  
Craniovertebral Angle ◽  
Neck Mobility

Forward head posture (FHP) and neck mobility were objectively assessed in 25 patients with chronic tension-type headache (CTTH) and 25 healthy controls. Side-view pictures were taken in a sitting position to measure the craniovertebral angle. A cervical goniometer was employed to measure the range of all cervical motions. Patients with CTTH showed a smaller cranio-vertebral angle (45.3° ± 7.6°) than controls (54.1° ± 6.3°), thus presenting a greater FHP ( P < 0.001). Patients also had lesser neck mobility for all cervical movements, except for right lateral flexion ( P < 0.01). There was a positive correlation between the craniovertebral angle and neck mobility. Within the CTTH group, a negative correlation was found between the cranio-vertebral angle and headache frequency, but neck mobility did not correlate with headache parameters. Further research is needed to define a potential role of FHP and restricted neck mobility in the origin or maintenance of TTH.

scholarly journals Immediate Effect of Chin Tuck Exercises on Craniovertebral Angle and Shoulder Angle Among Collegiates with Forward Head Posture

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 2295-2298
Author(s):  
Anbupriya Sureshbabu M ◽  
Aishwarya A Aishwarya A ◽  
Nishanth H Nishanth H
Keyword(s):  
Structural Integrity ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Forward Movement ◽  
Forward Head Posture ◽  
Head Posture ◽  
Chin Tuck ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Craniovertebral Angle ◽  
Shoulder Angle

Forward head posture (FHP) is the forward movement of the head that is caused by improper postural awareness and often results in muscular imbalance that causes pain. The forward head posture is found to be influenced by Craniovertebral Angle (CV) and shoulder angle (SA) that in turn causes rounded shoulder. These biomechanical changes prove to be a hindrance in maintaining neutral head posture and affects the structural integrity. A sample size of 43 were taken according to the selection criteria and the FHP was assessed through plumb line. Double tape was used as markers at tragus of the ear, C7 vertebrae and acromion process. Photos were taken and analyzed using AUTOCAD 2017 software and the results were obtained. A positive association found between the pre and post test results for CV angle with P=0.0001(P<0.05) and no significant association between the pre and posttest for SA with P=0.2 (P>0.05). The craniovertebral angle can be altered with the chin tuck exercises but has no effect on the shoulder angle, hence having no influence over the rounded shoulders but has some effect over the forward head posture.

scholarly journals Psychometric Proprieties of a Mobile Application to Measure the Craniovertebral Angle a Validation and Reliability Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (18) ◽  
pp. 6521
Author(s):  
Tomas Gallego-Izquierdo ◽  
Enrique Arroba-Díaz ◽  
Gema García-Ascoz ◽  
María del Alba Val-Cano ◽  
Daniel Pecos-Martin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Application ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Smartphone Application ◽  
Standing Position ◽  
Detectable Change ◽  
Rater Reliability ◽  
Forward Head Posture ◽  
Head Posture ◽  
Minimum Detectable Change ◽  
Craniovertebral Angle

The aim of this study was to assess the psychometric properties of the mobile application forward head posture in terms of validity, inter- and intra-rater reliability, minimum detectable change, sensitivity, and specificity to measure craniovertebral angle. In total, 44 subjects (mean age 23.30 ± 4.44 years) were evaluated in the standing position with markers on the tragus and cutaneous prominence of seventh cervical vertebra (C7). We had two experienced and trained physiotherapists assess cervical posture using the mobile application forward head posture and photogrammetry. Intraclass correlation coefficients were used to determine validity and reliability. A contingency table was made to determine sensitivity and specificity. Intra-rater reliability of the mobile application forward head posture had an intraclass correlation coefficient of 0.88. The inter-rater reliability generated an intraclass correlation coefficient of 0.83 to 0.89. Criterion validity data were above 0.82. The minimum detectable change was 4.96° for intra-rater and 5.52° for inter-rater reliability. The smartphone application exhibited 94.4% sensitivity and 84.6% specificity. The smartphone application forward head posture is a valid and reliable tool to measure craniovertebral angle in a standing position and, therefore, could be a useful assessment tool in clinical practice.

scholarly journals Comparison of Peripheral Arterial Blood Pressure in Individuals with and without Forward Head Posture

2019 ◽  
Vol 09 (03) ◽  
pp. 098-103
Author(s):  
Dipti Vilas Kadu ◽  
Jaimala V. Shetye ◽  
Amita Mehta
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Cervical Spine ◽  
Observational Study ◽  
Prospective Observational Study ◽  
Forward Head Posture ◽  
Head Posture ◽  
Arterial Blood ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Peripheral Arterial ◽  
Craniovertebral Angle

Abstract Introduction Cervical spine is closely approximated with neurovascular structures. Therefore, misalignment of cervical spine so commonly seen today may lead to altered blood pressure (BP). There could be a relationship between head neck posture as measured by craniovertebral angle and peripheral arterial BP. Aim The aim of this study is to compare peripheral arterial BP in individuals with and without forward head posture (FHP). Study Design This is a comparative, prospective, observational study in healthy population. Subjects and Methods A total of 150 students were selected randomly and screened so that there were equal and desired number of subjects in the two groups (64 in each group) for this comparative, prospective, observational study. Three readings of BP were taken in sitting position on brachial artery at interval of 2 to 3 minutes. One standard image was taken in lateral view used for measuring craniovertebral angle with “MB ruler software.” Craniovertebral angle, systolic blood pressure (SBP), and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) of the two groups were compared. Results The aim of the study was to compare peripheral arterial BP in individuals with and without FHP. The mean SBP and DBP of both the groups were within the normal range as was expected because the subjects were young students with no clinical symptoms. However, it was seen that the mean SBP was significantly higher in subjects with FHP than in subjects without FHP (p = 0.0009). Conclusion Peripheral arterial BP in individuals with FHP is statistically significantly higher than in individuals without FHP.

Sign in / Sign up

Export Citation Format

Share Document