Defining Posture

Question 1

If the upright ____________ is correct, minimal muscle activity is needed to maintain the position.

Answer 1

POSTURE

Question 2

What is the term for any position that increases the stress to the joints?
_____________ ______________

Answer 2

FAULTY POSTURE

Question 3

Postural malalignment is defined as abnormal __________ alignment or deformity within a bone.

Answer 3

JOINT

Question 4

Soft tissues exert __________ on bony structures.

Answer 4

STRESS

Question 5

Changes in ___________ or _____________ of soft tissues can affect the bony alignment.

Answer 5

TENSION
or
LENGTH

Question 6

Postural assessment provides _____________ data to support or refute findings of other testing and functional limitations.

Answer 6

OBJECTIVE

Question 7

Postural assessment is used to ______________ both soft tissue and bony structures and their alignment.

Answer 7

DOCUMENT

Question 8

List the 3 reasons why we assess posture?

Answer 8

1. GIVES IMPORTANT SOFT TISSUE INFO
2. POOR POSTURE GIVES RISE TO PAIN
3. TO INCREASE EFFECTIVENESS OF TREATMENTS

Question 9

The following, are all factors affecting _________:
Structural factors, ligamentous laxity, muscular tightness or weakness, fascial restriction/tightness, joint position and mobility, excess weight, postural habits (occupational/sport), pain, pathology.

Answer 9

POSTURE

Question 10

Name the 3 optional tools which can help with a postural assessment?

Answer 10

PLUMB LINE
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GONIOMETER
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TAPE MEASURE
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***** POSTURAL APP?