Effect of two different manual therapy techniques for treatment of forward head posture: A comparative study
Shaza S. Hassan,
Fairouz Hatem Ameen,
Amira H. Draz
et al.
Abstract:Background: Forward head posture (FHP) is a misalignment of the head on trunk that makes the external moment longer by shifting the gravitational center in front of the load bearing axis causing stress on the suboccipital muscles with functional movement limitations and formation of myofascial trigger points (MTrPs). Objectives: To compare between suboccipital muscle inhibition technique (SMIT) and progressive pressure release technique (PPRT) on craniovertebral angle (CVA) and neck range of motion (ROM) in in… Show more
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