Abstract:BACKGROUND: The adapted arcometer has been validated for use in adults. However, its
suitability for use in children can be questioned given the structural differences
present in these populations. OBJECTIVE: To verify the concurrent validity, repeatability, and intra- and
inter-reproducibility of the adapted arcometer for the measurement of the angles
of thoracic kyphosis and lumbar lordosis in children. METHOD: Forty children were evaluated using both sagittal radiography of the spine and
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