Associations between Wall Squat Performance and the Sex/Medical History

Abstract

Purpose] To clarify the associations between wall squat (WS) performance (normal: WSN; and abnormal: WSA) and the sex/history of orthopedic diseases. [Participants and Methods] The study involved 108 participants with a mean age of 21. Their WS performances were classified into WSN and WSA. The associations between WS performance and the sex/history of orthopedic diseases were analyzed using the chi-square test.[Results] On examining all participants and those with a history of orthopedic diseases, WSA was significantly more prevalent among females. In contrast, there was no close association in those without such a medical history. [Conclusion] WSA was more prevalent among females, revealing its association with the sex. It was also suggested to be associated with the history of lower-limb/trunk joint disorders. As a future perspective, WS may be applicable for evaluation to prevent disease-related disabilities.