Investigation of the Effects of a Neuromuscular Control-Focused Posture Training Program in Butchers

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of a neuromuscular posture training program implemented in butchers on neck pain, posture quality and upper back muscle control.

Inclusion Criteria * Being over 18 years of age * Actively working as a butcher in Istanbul * Actively participating in the profession for at least 5 years * Not having experienced acute trauma to the neck or back region within the last 3 months * Being physically capable of participating in neuromuscular posture training * Signing the Informed Voluntary Consent Form Exclusion Criteria Persons with the following characteristics will not be included in the study: * Being under 18 years of age * Not actively practicing butchery * Having undergone surgery to the neck, spine, or shoulder region within the last 6 months * Serious neurological conditions such as acute cervical disc herniation, radiculopathy, or myelopathy * Systemic diseases such as cancer or serious cardiovascular disease * Severe balance disorder/vestibular disorder * Health condition that would prevent the safe continuation of exercise practice