The efficiency of corrective exercise interventions on thoracic hyper-kyphosis angle

Abstract

Considering the extremely large effect size of the CCEP, we recommend that this program be used in the correction of postural hyper-kyphosis deformity in future.

The effect of corrective exercises on the thoracic kyphosis and lumbar lordosis of boy students

“…Hyper-kyphosis (a thoracic curvature of > 40-45°) is one of the most common human postural abnormalities and has been identified as an etiological factor of, or significant cause of, impairment in upper quadrant pathologies (10,13). The incidence of hyper-kyphosis has been shown to range from15.3% in 11 year-old children to 38% in 20-50 year-old adults and 35% in 20-64 yearold adults depending on the dataset (28). This abnormality is often managed by manual therapists in many disciplines using a variety of techniques, including exercise prescription (28).…”

“…The incidence of hyper-kyphosis has been shown to range from15.3% in 11 year-old children to 38% in 20-50 year-old adults and 35% in 20-64 yearold adults depending on the dataset (28). This abnormality is often managed by manual therapists in many disciplines using a variety of techniques, including exercise prescription (28). A 7 week corrective exercise period can be resulted in reduction of kyphosis angle in hyper-kyphotic male students.…”

Using a spine stabilizer instrument to control postural sway in standing lumbar curvature measurements by flexible curve

“…The spinous process of the T-12 vertebra was estimated by identifying the inferior margins of ribs T-12 bilaterally and then simultaneously palpating these rib margins while moving superiorly and medially with the distal tips of each thumb until they disappeared deep into the soft tissue. At this point, the measurer estimated the location of spinous process T-12 by bisecting a straight line joining the tips of each thumb [18,23].…”

The Effect of Through-Range Versus Shortened-Length Exercise Training on Upper Quarter Posture Among Students With Forward Head Posture: A Randomized Clinical Trial

“…Several interventions are proposed to manage FHP, including taping, manipulation, electrotherapy, and joint mobilization [11][12][13][14]. A commonly advocated approach is exercise that stretches the upper trapezius, sternocleidomastoid, and levator scapula muscles, and strengthens deep cervical flexors [15][16][17][18]. A recent meta-analysis showed high heterogeneity in the results of randomized controlled trials examining the effects of different exercise regimens to manage FHP [19].…”