Is the occiput-wall distance valid and reliable to determine the presence of thoracic hyperkyphosis?

Wiyanad, Arpassanan; Chokphukiao, Pakwipa; Suwannarat, Patcharawan; Thaweewannakij, Thiwabhorn; Wattanapan, Pattra; Gaogasigam, Chitanongk; Amatachaya, Pipatana; Amatachaya, Sugalya

doi:10.1016/j.msksp.2018.09.010

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“…We found that a physiotherapist and/or coach can work effectively with a maximum of 20 participants during training. All of the applied clinical tests were similar physical examination tests in our study, and according to Wiyanad A. et al [ 22 ], the sample size calculation indicated that the study required at least 14 participants in case of OWD test for a reliability study. According to the study of Perret C. et al [ 24 ], because the fingertip-to-floor test has excellent validity, reliability, and responsiveness, it can be used in clinical practice and therapeutic trials.…”

Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 74%

“…Several studies have examined the reliability and validity of the clinical tests which were used in our study, such as Schober’ test [ 20 , 21 ], occiput-to-wall distance (OWD) test [ 22 ], fingertip-to-floor test [ 23 , 24 ], spinal side bending (lateral flexion) test [ 25 , 26 ] and measurement of chest mobility [ 27 ]. These studies suggested that these tests are able to provide reliable information about spinal and chest mobility.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Effects of Classical Breathing Exercises on Posture, Spinal and Chest Mobility among Female University Students Compared to Currently Popular Training Programs

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Gyurcsik

Veres-Balajti

et al. 2022

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Worldwide, university students’ physical health and posture are declining due to a sedentary lifestyle. The aim of our study was to evaluate the effectiveness of physiotherapeutic breathing exercises on posture and spinal mobility among healthy female university students compared to other training methods. Sixty-one female students of the University of Debrecen were assigned to breathing exercise (BE; n = 15), yoga (Y; n = 16), Pilates (P; n = 15) programmes and interval-training (IT; n = 15). Each training session lasted one hour, performed twice a week for 7 weeks. Students were assessed using standardized clinical tests. All programmes resulted in significant improvement in chest expansion. Results of Schober’s test showed substantial improvement using BE (p < 0.05), Y, P (p ≤ 0.01) programmes. Significant changes in occiput-to-wall distance (Y, P p ≤ 0.01) (BE p ≤ 0.001) were observed in three groups except the IT group. Fingertip-to-floor test (Y, P p < 0.05) results showed significant changes in two groups. The most outstanding effects on lateral flexion were achieved using BE (right, left p ≤ 0.001) programme. A comparison with results achieved using yoga and Pilates revealed that the physiotherapeutic breathing exercise programme is an equally effective method to significantly improve spinal mobility and correct postural problems in healthy young women.

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Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 74%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Effects of Classical Breathing Exercises on Posture, Spinal and Chest Mobility among Female University Students Compared to Currently Popular Training Programs

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Gyurcsik

Veres-Balajti

et al. 2022

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Section: Thoracic Kyphosis Anglementioning

confidence: 99%

“…The thoracic kyphosis angle was assessed using the occiput-wall distance (OWD) [23]. The OWD is a simple measure used to screen thoracic kyphosis in clinical settings, and had good concurrent validity with the Cobb angles (r = 0.68, p < 0.001) [23]. A rigid ruler was used to measure the distance between the occiput and the wall while the participant was standing with both heels and the sacrum against the wall, maintaining a horizontal gaze.…”

Section: Thoracic Kyphosis Anglementioning

confidence: 99%

“…Several reasons may account for the inconsistent findings on spinal posture between multiple studies. First, according to the diagnostic cut-off point of 6.5 cm with the OWD test [23], only 10 participants in this study were considered to have thoracic hyperkyphosis. Therefore, the insignificant changes in spinal posture might be largely due to the ceiling effect.…”

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The Influence of Nordic Walking on Spinal Posture, Physical Function, and Back Pain in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Pilot Study

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Nordic walking is an increasingly popular form of exercise among the elderly. Using poles is thought to facilitate a more upright posture; however, previous studies primarily investigated the effects of Nordic walking on respiratory function and physical fitness. The aims of this study were to investigate the influence of Nordic walking on spinal posture, physical functions, and back pain in community-dwelling older adults. Thirty-one community-dwelling older adults aged ≥ 60 years participated in a twice weekly Nordic walking training program for 12 weeks. The outcome measures, including spinal posture, physical functions, back pain, and the strength and endurance of back extensor muscles were assessed before and after a 12-week program. After training, spinal posture, back pain, and the strength and endurance of back extensor muscles did not show any statistically significant changes. Among the seven clinical tests of physical function, only the 30 s arm curl test, the 30 s chair stand test, and the single leg stance test showed significant improvements. Nordic walking has limited influence on age-related hyperkyphosis and back pain, but may be effective for physical function. The results of this study can provide useful information for people involved in the prevention and treatment of physical dysfunction in community-dwelling older adults.

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Intraoperative stretching microbreaks reduce surgery-related musculoskeletal pain in otolaryngologists

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Tunkel²,

Lee³

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American Journal of Otolaryngology

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Is the occiput-wall distance valid and reliable to determine the presence of thoracic hyperkyphosis?

Cited by 12 publications

References 19 publications

Effects of Classical Breathing Exercises on Posture, Spinal and Chest Mobility among Female University Students Compared to Currently Popular Training Programs

Effects of Classical Breathing Exercises on Posture, Spinal and Chest Mobility among Female University Students Compared to Currently Popular Training Programs

The Influence of Nordic Walking on Spinal Posture, Physical Function, and Back Pain in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Pilot Study

Intraoperative stretching microbreaks reduce surgery-related musculoskeletal pain in otolaryngologists

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