Effect of Scapular Stabilization Exercise Program on Neck Disability and Forward Head Posture among Computer Operators

Abstract

Background: Computer workers are prone to suffer from cumulative disorders due to constant exposure
to occupational hazards. Prevalence of neck pain is 60% which are reported to have forward head
posture and neck disability among computer operators. The neck pain is most common chief complaint
in computers
Subjects and Method: Two eighty six participants was screened and Thirty participants were recruited
according to selection criteria and were randomly allocated to scapular stabilization training for group A
(n=15) and control group B (n=15).The scapular stabilization group underwent training for 30 minutes,
3 times per week for 4 weeks:, the control group performed cervical isometric exercises for 4 weeks.
After training the Scapular stabilization exercise program group showed significant improvement in
terms of Numerical Pain Rating Scale , Craniovertebral Angle and Neck Disability Index showed
extremely significant (p < 0.0001) .On comparison between two groups, it was observed that there was
no statistically significant difference between two groups.
Conclusion: Scapular stabilization Exercise program showed improvement in posture through
activation of neck muscles, the lower trapezius, and the serratus anterior. Therefore, intervention has
positive effect on neck alignment by reducing compensatory movements of muscles involved in forward
head posture and Structural changes were observed when compared to Scapular stabilization exercise
program found to be more effective.