Corrective Exercise and Manual Therapy Protocol for Postural and Body Image Improvement in Women with Kyphosis v2

This quasi-experimental study aims to evaluate the impact of a combined corrective exercise and manual therapy protocol on postural alignment and perceived body image in women with kyphotic posture. Eligible participants (women aged 18–30 years) will undergo an intervention comprising stretching and strengthening exercises alongside soft tissue release, joint mobilization, muscle energy techniques, and myofascial release. The program will include 18 sessions over six weeks, each lasting 45 minutes, administered by qualified physiotherapists. Outcomes will be assessed using Cobb angle (X-ray), Flexicurve ruler, dynamometer, and the Body Esteem Scale for Adolescents and Adults (BESAA). The study, conducted in the Jashore community, seeks to provide evidence on the effectiveness of integrating corrective exercises with manual therapy in improving spinal alignment and body image perceptions among young women with kyphotic posture.