Additional Effects of Maitland Mobilization With Mckenzie Exercises on Kinesiophobia and Range of Motion in Upper Cross Syndrome

Upper cross syndrome is a postural condition that is characterized by muscle imbalance in neck region. It is described as a pattern of crossed tightness in trapezius, levator scapulae and pectoralis major and minor with crossed weakness in neck flexors,rhomboids,serratus anterior weakness due to poor working habits and inappropriate ergonomics. It has multiple treatment options and manual therapy is on of them. Maitland mobilizations are widely used for upper cross syndrome. However limited literature is available on the additional effects of Maitland mobilizations with Mckenzie exercises in upper cross syndrome.