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This research examines how therapeutic exercise affects craniovertebral angle in individuals with forward head posture.

June 14, 2026Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy

Impact of therapeutic exercise on craniovertebral angle in forward head posture: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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ACAndoni Carrasco‐UribarrenUniversitat Internacional de Catalunya LCLuis Ceballos‐LaitaUniversidad de Valladolid SPSilvia Pérez‐GuillénUniversitat Internacional de Catalunya

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Systematic review evaluates therapeutic exercise impact on craniovertebral angle in individuals with forward head posture, suggesting potential benefits.

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This research examines how therapeutic exercise affects craniovertebral angle in individuals with forward head posture.
Systematic review with meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Eligible studies compared therapeutic exercise interventions to control groups
Data sourced from Cochrane Library, PubMed, PEDro, and Web of Science databases
Thirteen trials involving 819 participants were analyzed
Both neck-focused and combined neck-thoracic exercise programs improved craniovertebral angle, with significant reductions in neck disability
Combined programs also significantly reduced pain intensity post-intervention

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Carrasco‐Uribarren et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a2e479db1cc60ccdea8c1a3 https://doi.org/10.1080/10669817.2026.2686739

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Systematic review evaluates therapeutic exercise impact on craniovertebral angle in individuals with forward head posture, suggesting potential benefits.

Impact of therapeutic exercise on craniovertebral angle in forward head posture: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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Impact of therapeutic exercise on craniovertebral angle in forward head posture: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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