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Correlation Between Craniovertebral Angle and Thickness of Longus Colli in Women With and Without Forward Head Posture Publisher



Bokaee F1 ; Ghasemi E1 ; Etemadi F2 ; Naimi SS3
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  1. 1. Physiotherapy Department, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
  2. 2. Emam Ali Hospital, Alborz University of Medical Sciences, Karaj, Iran
  3. 3. Physiotherapy Department, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

Source: Middle East Journal of Rehabilitation and Health Studies Published:2021


Abstract

Background: Forward head posture (FHP) of the craniocervical region is one of the most common poor postures. The craniovertebral angle (CVA) is one of the most common methods to evaluate this posture. The longus colli (LCo) muscle is an important muscle to control head posture. Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between CVA and thickness of LCo in women with FHP. Methods: This case-control research included 35 women with FHP and a control group. Sagittal view photography of the cervical spine was used for measurement of CVA. An ultrasonography device measured the thickness of the LCo. Correlation between CVA and thickness of LCo was determined using correlation coefficient in both groups. Results: Our findings showed a non-significant correlation between the CVA and thickness of LCo in case and control groups. Conclusions: According to the results of this study, there was no significant correlation between a lower CVA and smaller thickness of LCo. © 2021, Author(s).
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