Effect of Global Postural Re-Education in Individuals With Text Neck Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Heba Saeid Mohamed, Omaima M Ali Kattabei, Hassan Hussein Ahmed et al.
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In 30 seconds
This randomized controlled trial evaluated the effects of Global Postural Re-Education (GPR) compared to conventional physical therapy in 60 individuals aged 18-40 with text neck syndrome. While both treatments improved pain and cervical range of motion significantly, GPR showed superior improvements in postural correction, specifically in craniovertebral and shoulder angles, with a mean difference of 2.14° and 3.2°, respectively.
Key findings
- Both treatment groups showed significant improvements in pain and cervical range of motion (p < 0.001).
- GPR resulted in a greater improvement in craniovertebral angle (MD: 2.14°; p = 0.005).
- GPR also showed a significant improvement in shoulder angle (MD: 3.2°; p = 0.03).
- No significant difference was found between groups for pain intensity or cervical range of motion (p > 0.05).
Why it matters
Understanding the effectiveness of different therapeutic approaches for text neck syndrome is crucial for clinicians. This study highlights that while GPR may enhance postural correction, it does not provide additional benefits for pain relief or cervical range of motion compared to conventional therapy.