Posture · Condition

Upper crossed syndrome

A clinical model, not a diagnosis; useful as a map, weak as a predictor

Moderate evidenceOutline2 sourcesUpdated 20 Sept 2026Medical review pending

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A clinical model, not a diagnosis; useful as a map, weak as a predictor.

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