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Relationship Between Forward Head Posture and Sagittal Lumbopelvic Alignment Among Smartphone Users
In Brief
An observational study evaluating Craniovertebral Angle Assessment Using APECS Mobile Application and Sagittal Lumbopelvic Alignment Assessment Using Spine3D LiDAR for Forward Head Posture and 2 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 85 participants across 1 site.
Signals
Detailed Summary
Forward head posture is a common postural abnormality characterized by anterior positioning of the head in the sagittal plane. This posture may increase biomechanical stress on the cervical spine and may be associated with compensatory changes in spinal and lumbopelvic alignment. This observational study will investigate the relationship between forward head posture and sagittal lumbopelvic alignment among male smartphone users aged 18 to 35 years. Craniovertebral angle will be measured using the APECS mobile application, and sagittal lumbopelvic alignment parameters will be measured using the Spine3D LiDAR system.
Study Details
Timeline
Arms & Interventions
Male participants aged 18 to 35 years who use smartphones for at least 4 hours per day for at least 6 months and have forward head posture, defined by craniovertebral angle equal to or less than 50 degrees. Participants will be assessed for craniovertebral angle and sagittal lumbopelvic alignment parameters during a single assessment session.
Interventions
The craniovertebral angle will be measured using the APECS mobile application to assess forward head posture. Participants with a craniovertebral angle equal to or less than 50 degrees will be considered to have forward head posture.
Sagittal lumbopelvic alignment will be assessed using the Spine3D LiDAR system by Sensor Medica. The measured parameters will include lordotic angle, lumbar arrow, and trunk inclination.