Forward Head PostureNCT07308509
Upper Body Posture Ada[Taion in Children
An observational study of Forward Head Posture and Thoracic Hyperkyphosis, run by Lincoln University College at 1 site in Saudi Arabia.
Trial summary
Age, body mass index, and modern technological influences predisposed to high prevalence of postural deviations such as forward head posture and thoracic hyperkyphosis, and rounded shoulders among school-aged children. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 6 to 18 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Forward Head Posture, Thoracic Hyperkyphosis
- What is being tested?
- postural instruction
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- How many people
- 100 participants
- Where
- 1 siteSaudi Arabia
- Study dates
- 1 Oct 2025to 30 Nov 2025
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 6 to 18 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Child, Adult
Study population: School-aged children (6-18 years) has forward head posture, kyphosis and rounded shoulder
Who may be able to join
- school-aged children (6-18 years) has forward head posture, kyphosis and rounded shoulder
Who cannot join
- systemic disese scoliosis
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Biomechanical and Developmental Perspectives on Upper Body Postural Adaptations Among School-Aged Children: A Comprehensive Narrative Review
Age, body mass index, and modern technological influences predisposed to high prevalence of postural deviations such as forward head posture and thoracic hyperkyphosis, and rounded shoulders among school-aged children. The comprehensive integration of developmental and biomechanical perspectives on these adaptations is limited Upper-body postural adaptations reflect a complex interplay between developmental growth and biomechanical loading. Regular posture assessment in schools and clinical settings is crucial for early detection and culturally tailored prevention. Future longitudinal and cross-cultural studies are essential to establish normative postural values and clarify causal pathways across populations
Read the detailed description
This review aims to synthesize existing literature addressing age- and BMI-related upper-body postural adaptations and biomechanical loading interact to impact spinal and shoulder alignment, muscular strength, and postural control efficiency in school-aged children.
Methods: A structured narrative synthesis was conducted utilizing literature from PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar databases. Inclusion criteria focused on studies involving school-aged children (6-18 years) that investigated head, thoracic, and shoulder posture, as well as muscle strength in relation to age, BMI, and lifestyle factors.
Age-related maturation influences spinal curvature, cervical alignment, and scapular positioning through evolving neuromuscular control. Elevated BMI alters load mechanics and mass distribution, increasing thoracic kyphosis, forward head posture, and shoulder protraction while reducing relative neck and shoulder strength. Obesity-related intramuscular fat infiltration and sedentary life style further impair postural stability and muscle performance
- Conditions
- Forward Head Posture, Thoracic Hyperkyphosis
- Being tested
- postural instruction
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
postural instructionBehavioural
chin in exercise and shoulder retraction
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
forward head posture
Measured: one month
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted29 Dec 2025
- Study start1 Oct 2025
- Primary completion30 Nov 2025
- Study completion30 Nov 2025
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Forward Head PostureStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Observational
- Observational model
- Ecologic or community
- Time perspective
- Retrospective
- Enrolment
- 100 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Lincoln University College
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, ALZAIDANI ABDULAZIZ ATIAH A, Lincoln University College
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07308509
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- LUCMalaysia
- Status last verified
- Dec 2025
- First submitted
- 13 Dec 2025
- Last updated
- 29 Dec 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Undecided
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 29 Dec 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Biomechanical and Developmental Perspectives on Upper Body Postural Adaptations Among School-Aged Children: A Comprehensive Narrative Review
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07308509
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- LUCMalaysia
- Conditions
- Forward Head Posture, Thoracic Hyperkyphosis
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 100 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Lincoln University CollegeUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Oct 2025 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 30 Nov 2025 (actual)
- Study completion
- 30 Nov 2025 (actual)
- First posted
- 29 Dec 2025 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
Age, body mass index, and modern technological influences predisposed to high prevalence of postural deviations such as forward head posture and thoracic hyperkyphosis, and rounded shoulders among school-aged children. The comprehensive integration of developmental and biomechanical perspectives on these adaptations is limited Upper-body postural adaptations reflect a complex interplay between developmental growth and biomechanical loading. Regular posture assessment in schools and clinical settings is crucial for early detection and culturally tailored prevention. Future longitudinal and cross-cultural studies are essential to establish normative postural values and clarify causal pathways across populations
Detailed description
This review aims to synthesize existing literature addressing age- and BMI-related upper-body postural adaptations and biomechanical loading interact to impact spinal and shoulder alignment, muscular strength, and postural control efficiency in school-aged children.
Methods: A structured narrative synthesis was conducted utilizing literature from PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar databases. Inclusion criteria focused on studies involving school-aged children (6-18 years) that investigated head, thoracic, and shoulder posture, as well as muscle strength in relation to age, BMI, and lifestyle factors.
Age-related maturation influences spinal curvature, cervical alignment, and scapular positioning through evolving neuromuscular control. Elevated BMI alters load mechanics and mass distribution, increasing thoracic kyphosis, forward head posture, and shoulder protraction while reducing relative neck and shoulder strength. Obesity-related intramuscular fat infiltration and sedentary life style further impair postural stability and muscle performance
Study design
- Observational model
- Ecologic or community
- Time perspective
- Retrospective
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 6 to 18 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Child, Adult
- Study population
- School-aged children (6-18 years) has forward head posture, kyphosis and rounded shoulder
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- school-aged children (6-18 years) has forward head posture, kyphosis and rounded shoulder
Key exclusion criteria (1 listed)
- systemic disese scoliosis
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| postural instructionchin in exercise and shoulder retraction | Behavioural | – |
Primary outcome
forward head posture
Time frame: one month
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 29 Dec 2025.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Undecided
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Forward Head Posture and Thoracic Hyperkyphosis, run by Lincoln University College at 1 site in Saudi Arabia.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 29 Dec 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Saudi Arabia. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
forward head posture (time frame: one month). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 29 Dec 2025.