Common Symptoms

• Back, neck, and shoulder pain

• Fatigue and muscle stiffness

• Rounded shoulders, forward head posture, or swayback

• Reduced flexibility and functional limitations

Goals of Physiotherapy

• Improve spinal and joint alignment

• Enhance muscle balance and core stability

• Reduce pain and stiffness

• Maintain posture during functional activities

Physiotherapy Treatments

1. Postural Assessment and Education

• Body alignment evaluation and ergonomic advice

• Workstation and daily activity modifications

2. Stretching Exercises

• Stretching of chest, neck, back, and hip flexor muscles

• Hamstring and lower back stretches

3. Strengthening Exercises

Strengthening weak muscles that support posture:

• Core muscles (abdominal and lower back)

• Upper back and scapular stabilizers

• Gluteal and lower limb muscles to enhance stability

4. Manual Therapy

• Soft tissue mobilization and joint mobilization to reduce stiffness and pain

5. Functional and Ergonomic Training

• Training for daily activities and occupational postural habits

• Exercises and reminders to maintain correct posture

Frequency and Duration

• Physiotherapy sessions 2–3 times per week

• Daily adherence to home exercises and posture awareness is essential

• Noticeable improvement and long-term posture benefits can be seen within 4–8 weeks