Developing and Maintaining Good Posture

Kendall, Henry O.; Kendall, Florence Peterson

doi:10.1093/ptj/48.4.319

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“…Previous studies have reported, although these results are inconsistent associations between individuals, that postural changes often occur during pregnancy, such as lumbar lordosis, 5 lumbar flattening, 20 and forward tilting of the pelvis 5 . Passive postures, which are commonly reported during pregnancy, rely on the lumbar pelvis structure to maintain an upright posture against gravity, 21 and this may cause fatigue and muscular strain in later stages of LPP 22 . In addition, it has also been clinically reported that these passive postures frequently exacerbate pain 21,23 .…”

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“…5 Passive postures, which are commonly reported during pregnancy, rely on the lumbar pelvis structure to maintain an upright posture against gravity, 21 and this may cause fatigue and muscular strain in later stages of LPP. 22 In addition, it has also been clinically reported that these passive postures frequently exacerbate pain. 21,23 However, in proper posture, bones and joints are in the position to withstand the stress of weight and movement, as they are firmly balanced to hold the body organs in place 22 and may reduce the strain on the lower back and pelvis.…”

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Ultrasound Assessment of Abdominal Muscle Thickness With and Without Lumbopelvic Pain in Pregnant Women

Kawabe

Morino²,

Ishihara

et al. 2023

J of Ultrasound Medicine

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ObjectivesLumbopelvic pain (LPP) is a very common cause of discomfort during pregnancy, but its etiology remains unclear. The association between abdominal muscle thickness and LPP in pregnant women has not been studied extensively, despite the significant abdominal changes that occur during pregnancy. This study aimed to examine the relationship between abdominal muscle thickness and LPP in pregnant women.MethodsIn this study, 49 pregnant women in their second trimester participated. The intensity of LPP was assessed using a numerical rating scale. Ultrasound imaging was used to measure the thickness of abdominal muscles, including the rectus abdominis, external oblique, internal oblique, and transversus abdominis muscles. Participants were classified into two groups, the LPP group and non‐LPP group, and the abdominal muscle thickness was compared between the two groups. The statistical significance level was set at P < .05.ResultsThere were 24 and 25 participants in the LPP and non‐LPP groups, respectively. Internal oblique (IO) thickness was significantly thinner in the LPP group than in the non‐LPP group (5.4 ± 0.2 mm versus 6.1 ± 0.2 mm; P = .042). Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that IO thickness was significantly associated with LPP (odds ratio, 0.516; 95% confidence interval, 0.284–0.935; P = .019).ConclusionsThis study suggested that LPP in second trimester pregnancy might be related to IO thickness. Further longitudinal studies are needed to understand the role of this muscle as an LPP risk factor for pregnant women.

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Ultrasound Assessment of Abdominal Muscle Thickness With and Without Lumbopelvic Pain in Pregnant Women

Kawabe

Morino²,

Ishihara

et al. 2023

J of Ultrasound Medicine

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“…Observation of posture, particularly of the "rounded upper back" (8) and of the position of the scapula during standing or sitting is important.…”

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Preventing Degenerative Tendinitis of the Rotator Cuff: A Program Proposal

Worley

1981

Can J Occup Ther

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Degenerative tendinitis of the rotator cuff is investigated through a review of the literature. Its clinical appearance, related biomechanics, treatment and factors leading to its development are discussed. Based on these findings an occupational therapy program designed to prevent the condition is proposed. The program focuses both on strengthening, the rotator cuff muscles in preparation for stressful use of the arm an d on improving upper back posture. The identification of individuals at risk for its development is also discussed. Several hypotheses for future study are proposed and the importance of preventive programming to the future of occupational therapy is considered.Degenerative tendinitis of the rotator cuff is a condition which results in significant discomfort, debilitation and loss of productivity among ce rtain groups. Bland (1) speaking of the incidence of shoulder pain has stated that it is "exceeded in everyday practice only by headache and backache". If it and its progression to calcific tendinitis, subacromial bursitis, and adhesive capsulitis can be prevented or reduced, significant savings ' in productivity and personal health could be achieved. Traditional treatment of the condition has not emphasized occupational therapy. This paper will focus on occupational therapy programming attempting to prevent degenerative tendinitis of the rotator cuff and those conditions resulting from its progression.To meet the purpose of presenting suggestions for occupational therapy programming to prevent this condition, four areas are discussed. They are: understanding biomechanics of the shoulder joint, the mechanisms underlying ' development of degenerative tendinitis of the rotator cuff, identification of individuals and groups of individuals who might be at risk for development of the problem, and the identification of the specific features of occupational therapy which can contribute to its prevention. Related BiomechanicsThe stability of the glenohumeral joint, during movement, is dependent primarily upon the strength of surrounding musculature (2). The shallow small sized glenoid fossa and the redundancy and laxity of the glenohumeral ligaments and joint capsule, in design, favor the wide mobility permitted at the shoulder rather than its stability. During abduction or flexion of the * Associate Professor in the

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“…The correct postural status is the basis for the proper functioning of the human body throughout life, and also contributes to a good aesthetic appearance (Kendall et al, 1968). Good postural status is refl ected in a proportionate anatomical-physiological ratio between all parts of a human motor apparatus (Madić, 2014).…”

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Longitudinal Skeleton Dimensionality in Children With Disturbed Body Posture // Longitudinalna dimenzionalnost skeleta kod dece narušene posture

Milić

Vujkov

Halaši³

et al. 2019

SIZ

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Disturbed body posture in children changes the musculoskeletal system significantly. Muscular disbalance i.e. muscular asymmetry in both the sagittal and the frontal plane can affect the variation level of the longitudinal skeleton dimensionality. The conducted research included a sample of 67 children in the municipality of Subotica, out of which 22 had kyphotic disturbed body posture, 18 had lordotic disturbed body posture while 27 had flat feet. The aim of the research was to determine the differences in longitudinal dimensions in children aged 10 and 11 who have disturbed body posture. The obtained results indicate a statistically significant difference in arms’ length (p=0.02).

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Developing and Maintaining Good Posture

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Ultrasound Assessment of Abdominal Muscle Thickness With and Without Lumbopelvic Pain in Pregnant Women

Ultrasound Assessment of Abdominal Muscle Thickness With and Without Lumbopelvic Pain in Pregnant Women

Preventing Degenerative Tendinitis of the Rotator Cuff: A Program Proposal

Longitudinal Skeleton Dimensionality in Children With Disturbed Body Posture // Longitudinalna dimenzionalnost skeleta kod dece narušene posture

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