Influence of Fun Physical Activities on Neck Pain and Posture in Children
Effects of Fun Games Activities on Neck Pain and Posture Among School Going Children
Riphah International University
90 participants
Apr 14, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
Neck pain is becoming increasingly common in school-aged children, mainly due to prolonged use of electronic devices and poor posture (especially forward head posture), often referred to as "text neck syndrome." Other contributing factors include sedentary lifestyles, heavy school bags, and rapid growth during adolescence. While this issue has been widely studied in adults and teenagers, research focusing on younger children is limited. This study aims to evaluate the effects of fun-game activities, cervical stretching exercises, and postural education in reducing neck pain and improving posture among school-going children.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria4
- Student with Forward neck posture with angle 48 ° measured with kinovea software.
- Teenagers (School going age ≤ 15 yrs)
- Both gender
- Children with neck pain
Exclusion Criteria3
- Children with scoliosis
- Pain due to frank injuries (like fractures)
- Patients having had any recent surgical procedure would not be enrolled in this study.
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Interventions
The study will run for 10 months, with sessions 3 times per week (30 minutes each). Group A will follow an 8-week fun, structured program including warm-ups, posture exercises (e.g., chin tucks, wall angels, plank), and interactive games and breathing activities, progressing every two weeks.
Group B will perform isometric neck exercises and continue normal school activities without additional structured training. The program aims to improve posture and reduce neck pain in children
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NCT07578766