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  • Physical Therapy
  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Biomedical Engineering

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  • Forward head posture (FHP) is a common postural deviation.
  • FHP is associated with muscle imbalances and structural changes in the neck and shoulder region.
  • Interferential current (IFC) therapy is a modality used in physical therapy to manage pain and improve muscle function.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the efficacy of interferential current therapy on shoulder muscles in individuals with forward head posture.
  • To assess the impact of IFC on structural alignment parameters in FHP.

Main Methods:

  • A study involving 30 volunteers, divided into FHP and control groups.
  • Interferential current therapy applied to upper trapezius and levator scapulae muscles for 10 minutes, thrice weekly over 3 weeks.
  • Measurements included anterior/posterior acromial distances and FHP angle using electronic goniometry and a ruler.

Main Results:

  • Both groups exhibited significant increases in anterior acromial distance.
  • A significant decrease in posterior acromial distance was observed in both groups.
  • The forward head posture angle significantly reduced following the intervention.

Conclusions:

  • Interferential current therapy demonstrated effectiveness in improving structural alignment.
  • IFC therapy is a potentially beneficial treatment for individuals suffering from forward head posture.
  • The study suggests IFC can help correct postural deviations and associated muscle imbalances.