Comparação entre a cifose torácica de idosos sedentários e praticantes de atividade física pelo método flexicurva

Abstract

Resumo-A hipercifose torácica é uma das alterações posturais mais comuns, sendo definida como um aumento da curvatura torácica no plano sagital da coluna vertebral. Com o envelhecimento, ocorrem alterações no sistema de controle postural que influenciam a mobilidade funcional e o déficit de equilíbrio em idosos. O objetivo do estudo foi comparar a cifose torácica de idosos praticantes de atividade física com idosos sedentários, determinando, assim, a influência da atividade física na cifose dorsal do idoso. Através de um estudo transversal, avaliaram-se 40 voluntários de ambos os sexos e sadios, que foram divididos em dois grupos, um de praticantes de atividades físicas (G1) e outro de sedentários (G2) com idade a partir de 60 anos e inferior a 69, que foram alocados aleatoriamente para aplicação do método flexicurva. Para a análise foram utilizados estatística descritiva, com média e desvio padrão, e o teste t independente de Student. Verificou-se que os indivíduos praticantes de atividade física foram os que menos sofreram com as alterações da curvatura da cifose torácica, mas não houve diferença significativa entre os grupos, indicando que idosos ativos e sedentários possuem características similares quanto à cifose torácica. Podese concluir que idosos ativos e sedentários apresentam características similares quanto à cifose torácica.

Postural alignment of patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

“…However, some studies have shown that postural changes in the region of the thoracic curvature are generally more pronounced in women due to hormonal factors and muscle weakness of the spinal extenders (31,32).…”

Association between the increased thoracic curvature and the prevalence of pain in the shoulder complex on roping practitioners

“…In the disability domain evaluated by the SPADI-Brazil Questionnaire, individuals who presented a score above 0 points were considered individuals with disability in the shoulder joint complex. For the classification of the thoracic curvature, was used the angular range proposed in the literature (13) , which classifies with hyperkyphosis the individuals who presented angles of thoracic curvature above the normal range from 20º to 40º. Regarding orthopedic tests, individuals who tested positive for at least one of the three orthopedic tests performed were considered positive in the tests.…”

“…This postural change is considered when the thoracic kyphosis angle is above the normal range from 20º to 40º (12) . Hyperkinesis is related to the increase in the number of orthopedic injuries in the shoulder joint (13) , because it triggers a poor alignment of the glenohumeral joint, impairing the humeral scapular rhythm and the joint kinematics of the shoulder joint complex, thus generating overloads (14) . The pain and limited range of motion characteristic of shoulder joint complex dysfunctions result in altered movement patterns and functional limitations, resulting in inadequate biomechanical performance, leading to lesions and chronic pain in the shoulder joint complex (15) .…”

Effect of the Mat Pilates method on postural balance and thoracic hyperkyphosis among elderly women: a randomized controlled trial

“…5 One of these disorders is thoracic hyperkyphosis, which is defined as postural misalignment involving a pinching of the vertebra at the thoracic height of the sagittal plane, allowing the clinical observation of an increase in the thoracic curvature. 6 Engaging in regular physical exercise is an important factor in the reduction of alterations in posture 7 and balance 8 caused by aging. 7,8 Exercise imparts positive benefits with respect to the aging process, and studies have revealed the positive impacts of exercise on postural control.…”

“…6 Engaging in regular physical exercise is an important factor in the reduction of alterations in posture 7 and balance 8 caused by aging. 7,8 Exercise imparts positive benefits with respect to the aging process, and studies have revealed the positive impacts of exercise on postural control. 9 The Pilates Solo techniques represent a form of exercise that bolsters physical conditioning, postural alignment and improvements in motor coordination, 10,11 , which is why it is frequently prescribed by physical rehabilitation professionals and recommended for those that are thinking of beginning an exercise regimen.…”