Effectiveness of Janda’s Approach for Upper Crossed Syndrome: A Systematic Review

Prerona Krishna and Mayank Shukla*

Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS) is a neuromotor condition causing postural imbalances in the neck, shoulders, and multiplanar postural symmetries. Janda’s approach, which focuses on muscular imbalance correction, motor control, and therapeutic exercises, offers a comprehensive foundation for physiotherapy interventions. The study investigates the effectiveness of Janda’s method in controlling UCS, improving clinical care, physiotherapy education, and development in treating postural asymmetry, myofascial problems, and postural disorders.

Purpose: The primary objective of this study was to evaluate evidence data bases for the effects of Janda’s approach on individuals with neck and upper back pain due to UCS. Secondary objectives included assessing its impact on muscle imbalance, posture correction, range of motion, and flexibility improvement.

Methods: The study data-bases were searched from PubMed, Google Scholar, and Research Gate using key words “Upper Crossed Syndrome”, “Janda’s Approach”, “Forward head”, “Neck pain”, “In the title of the article”. The randomized controlled trials and original studies were taken from 2019-2024.

Results: This approach is highly effective in reducing pain, improving range of motion and flexibility, and restoring proper movement patterns. It has been shown to be more effective compared to other approaches. Janda’s approach for Upper Crossed Syndrome focuses on strengthening weak muscles and stretching tight ones to correct muscle imbalances, posture, range of motion, and flexibility may vary based on individual factors and any underlying health conditions.

Conclusion: Janda’s method has significant therapeutic effects in controlling UCS by resolving muscular imbalances and improving proper postural alignment. Strengthening weak muscles while stretching tight ones results in better posture, less pain, stronger fascia, and more functional movement.

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Published on: Mar 22, 2025 Pages: 1-4

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