Finals: Posture

Question 3

Arrangement of body parts for a specific activity; influenced by joint interactions and reflects confidence and self-esteem.

Answer 3

Posture

Question 4

Position minimizing joint stress, with proper muscle contraction, yet may stress lower extremities, spine, and pelvis.

Answer 4

Correct Posture

Question 4

Relative disposition of the body at any one movement

Answer 4

Posture

Question 5

Any position increasing joint stress, stability reduction, or showing pathological issues like hypermobility, hypomobility, or muscle imbalance.

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Faulty Posture

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Postures involving moving body segments, typically observed during activities such as walking or running.

Answer 6

Dynamic Posture

Question 6

Alignment and maintenance of body segments in a fixed position, typical for postural analysis during activities like standing, seating, or kneeling.

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Static Posture

Question 7

Alignment from the cervical to the ankle joint, ensuring minimal stress and efficient movement.

Answer 7

Ideal Postural Alignment

Question 7

Relaxed stance with feet hip-width apart, arms at sides, and eyes forward.

Answer 7

Symmetric Standing

Question 7

Posture adopted for prolonged standing, like the Nilotic stance, involving bracing one knee with the opposite foot.

Answer 7

Asymmetric Standing

Question 8

Evolution of spinal curves, with kyphosis appearing at birth and lordosis developing during sitting, influenced by age-related changes in vertebral height and abdominal contents

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Postural Development

Question 8

Also known as normal Stellung or bequeme Haltung, requiring conscious effort and increased muscle contraction for straight standing.

Answer 8

Perpendicular Standing Posture

Question 8

In upper Crossed syndrome, If the Pectoralis are tight which muscles are also tight?

Answer 8

Trapezius, levator scapulae

Question 9

In upper crossed syndrome, if the deep neck flexors are weak what muscle group will also be weak?

Answer 9

Rhomboids, Serratus ant.

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IDEAL POSTURAL ALIGNMENT

Answer 10

A to AO joint
P cervical segment
A thoracic segment
P lumbar segment
A SI joint
P hip joint
A knee joint
A lateral malleolus

Question 11

Posture used for prolonged standing, especially when maintenance is required, often resulting in uneven weight distribution.

Answer 11

Asymmetric Standing

Question 12

Erect standing posture with one leg bearing weight while the opposite foot braces the knee, exemplifying asymmetric standing.

Answer 12

Nilotic Stance

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Postures involving movement of body segments, typically observed during activities such as walking or running.

Answer 13

Dynamic Posture

Question 13

Relaxed stance with feet hip-width apart, arms at sides, and eyes directed forward, showcasing even weight distribution.

Answer 13

Symmetric Standing

Question 14

Influences categorized as postural or structural, including positional habits, muscle imbalances, pain, respiratory conditions, weakness, excess weight, and loss of proprioception.

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Postural Factors

Question 14

Alignment from the cervical to the lateral malleolus joints, ensuring minimal stress and efficient movement.

Answer 14

Ideal Postural Alignment

Question 15

Progression of spinal curves and other structural changes from birth through adulthood, influenced by factors like age-related vertebral changes, growth spurts, and muscle tone

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Postural Development

Question 15

Influences categorized as congenital anomalies, developmental issues, trauma, or disease-related conditions, affecting bony contours, ligament laxity, muscle tonus, pelvic angle, joint mobility, and neurogenic factors.

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Structural Factors