The aim of this research is to compare the effect of Brugger relief exercise versus Kinesio taping at craniovertebral angle on forward head posture. Randomized controlled trials done at we care physical therapy clinic Islamabad. The sample size was 28. The subjects were divided in two groups, 14 subjects in Kinesio taping group and 14 in Brugger relief exercise group. Study duration was of 6 months. Sampling technique applied was non probability purposive sampling technique. Only 20-40 years people with forward head posture having craniovertebral angle less than 50° degrees were included. Tools used in the study is protractor app. Data will be analyzed through SPSS 21
Both gender
Patients whose age lies between 20 and 40
Forward head posture with craniovertebral angle less than 50° degrees
Individuals with pre-existing musculoskeletal conditions affecting posture e.g. scoliosis, Scheuermann's disease.
Those currently undergoing physical therapy or other posture correction treatments.
Pregnant individuals, due to potential physiological changes affecting posture.
Subjects with a history of significant spinal or neck injuries.
Parallel
kinesiotaping
Other interventionBefore applying the tape, the treated area was cleaned and shaved. A Y strip of the tape was used to facilitate muscle contraction of the semispinalis capitis with 15 -25% tension in elongated muscle position and three I strip are used in it to release tight upper trapezius, facilitate middle trapezius and to correct posture. 3 days a week for 4 weeks
Brugger relief exercise
Other interventionThis protocol includes that the patient is positioned on edge of a chair with his hips abducted, feet externally rotated, his head up, his forearms supinated, and wrists and fingers extended. the participants were instructed to perform scapular retraction with chin tucked in, shoulder external rotation, elbow extension, shoulder abduction, and extension. While actively moving their arms and spreading their fingers externally, patient exhaled through lips 12 reps 4 set for 3 days a week Intervention will be given for 4 weeks
CRANIOVERTEBRAL ANGLE
This angle is used to assess the forward head posture of the participants. It involves measuring the angle between a horizontal line and a line connecting the C7 vertebrae and the tragus of ear by protractor app.
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