Effectiveness of Specific Vs Non-Specific Posture Correction Exercises in The Management of Postural Issues Among School Students

Abstract

Dr. Gauri Khandelwal*, Prof. Pushpendra Yaduvanshi and Dr. Daisymon Deka

Introduction: Postural issues among school students are a growing concern due to prolonged sedentary behaviors and poor ergonomics. Addressing these issues through exercise interventions may prevent long-term complications.

Aim and Objective: To compare the effectiveness of specific vs non-specific posture correction exercises in the management of postural issues among school students.

Need of the study: Due to prolonged sitting and poor posture habits among school students, postural issues are becoming increasingly common. There is a need to determine whether specific posture correction exercises are more effective than non-specific ones, especially when combined with NMES, to improve posture and reduce pain efficiently.

Methodology: A total of 70 subjects were screened for eligibility, and 60 were recruited based on inclusion criteria. Participants were divided into two groups: group A (Specific exercises) and group B (Non-specific exercises) both groups follow conventional treatment Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES), outcome measures were included the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) & REEDCO Posture Assessment Tool, assessed pre and post intervention.

Result: Both groups showed significant pain reduction (p < 0.001), with Group A (Specific Exercises + NMES) showing a slightly higher mean difference (2.20) than Group B (Non-Specific Exercises + NMES) at 2.10, indicating slightly better results in Group A. REEDCO scores improved in both groups, with Group A increasing from 31.13 to 36.73 (r = 0.884, p < 0.001), and Group B from 30.63 to 35.60. While both interventions were effective, specific exercises (Group A) demonstrated a more notable improvement in posture and performance outcomes.

Conclusion: Both specific and non-specific posture correction exercises with Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) are effective in managing postural issues, but specific exercises demonstrated marginally superior outcomes, making them a preferable option.

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