The Effect of 8 Weeks of Ergonomics Education and Corrective Exercises on Upper Crossed Syndrome in Men

Investigate the effect of 8 weeks of ergonomics education and corrective exercises on improving the symptoms of Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS) in men.

An experimental trial with a control group, parallel design, randomized, conducted on 32 men aged 18–30 with UCS. Sample size was determined using G*Power software, and randomization was performed using statistical software.

This study was conducted at a sports club in Quchan on 32 men aged 18–30 with Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS). Participants were randomly assigned to a corrective exercise group or a control group. Exercises were supervised for 8 weeks (3 sessions/week, 60 minutes each). Participants were blinded, while researchers were aware. Randomization was done using statistical software with group assignments sealed in envelopes. The control group received no intervention.

Age 18–30 years, UCS diagnosis (kyphosis >42°, forward head posture >45°, forward shoulder posture >52°), no history of fractures, surgery, or spinal diseases, absence of lumbar hyperlordosis, non-obese BMI, and no history of athleticism or regular physical activity. The exclusion criteria included: pathological symptoms, such as a history of surgery, fracture, or spinal joint disease, and regular physical activity (21).

Ergonomics Education Included four one-hour bi-weekly sessions at the gym, covering ergonomics basics, risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders, and proper workplace adjustments. Corrective Exercises Supervised sessions at the gym focused on stretching shortened muscles and strengthening weak ones, conducted over 8 weeks (3 sessions/week, 60 minutes each). Control Group They received no intervention and continued their daily routines.

Forward head Rounded shoulders Kyphosis

In this study, simple randomization with individual allocation will be used. The random allocation sequence will be generated using statistical software and sealed, numbered envelopes will be prepared to ensure allocation concealment. Participants, after initial assessment and confirmation of inclusion and exclusion criteria, will randomly receive an envelope that will determine their group assignment. This process will be designed to prevent those responsible for enrollment or initial assessments from knowing the group assignments, thereby minimizing the risk of bias.

In this study, only the participants will be blinded to the group allocation (intervention or control). Group allocation will be performed by an independent individual who will not be involved in data collection. Participants will not be informed about the type of intervention they will receive, but the researchers will be aware of the group assignments. Outcome assessments will be conducted by independent evaluators who will remain unaware of the group allocation to prevent any potential bias. All ethical principles, including ensuring participants are fully informed about their involvement in the study and obtaining informed consent, will be strictly adhered to.

Data on the effect of 8 weeks of ergonomics education and corrective exercises on Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS) in men. Includes posture data (kyphosis, forward head, shoulders), muscle measurements, and questionnaire responses for 32 participants (16 intervention, 16 control) in Excel or SPSS format. Data will be available one week after a formal request and adherence to ethical conditions.

The data will be accessible one week after the request is submitted.

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Data can be used for scientific and educational purposes while adhering to ethical research principles and maintaining participant confidentiality.

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