Abstract:Introduction Maintenance of an upright head and trunk ('trunk') posture is mandatory for effective performance of everyday activities. Poor trunk control is commonly seen in children with neuromotor or neuromuscular disorders, (e.g. cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy), and in adults with neurological conditions (e.g. stroke): this leads to functional limitations, such as compromised ability to sit independently [1-3]. Detailed and reliable evaluation of trunk control status is essential when planning therape… Show more
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