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what is correcct posture
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Alignment of the Body Allowing for:
1.Physiological and biomechanical efficiency 2.Minimizing the stress of gravity on the body. |
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why is good posture important
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1. Places the spine in the most physiologically efficient positions for normal function.
2. Allows the spine to act as a efficient base/foundation from which the extremities work. 3. Places the least amount of physical stress on joints, and discs. |
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What is posture development?
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1. Correct posture is a “Position in which minimum stress is placed on each joint.”
2. Faulty posture is "Any position that increases stress on a joint". |
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why is good posture important
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1. Allows for normal ribcage expansion during respiration.
2. Reduces strain on all muscles, tendons fascia, and joint capsules. 3. Allows for normal length-tension relationship in muscles. 4. Better efficiency, and strength 5. Conserves energy |
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The cause or effect of abnormal posture
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1. Abnormal Posture can cause:
A.Changes in m. length B.Changes in m. strength C.Excessive stretch on non-contractile structures D.Excessive compression on non-contractile structures E. Changes in m. length, injuries, disease, and habit can cause poor posture. |
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How is Posture developed?
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1. As a fetus we have a “C” curve
2. As an Infant we have a straight spine. 3. Developmental- As head control develops, cervical lordosis develops 4. As standing ability develops, so does lumbar lordosis. |
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What creates our posture
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Inheritance
Habit Disease/Injury Build/Body Type Muscle and Connective tissue tightness/laxity Boney alignment Body Types |
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what creates our posture from day to day, and causes of poor posture?
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Emotions
Self-image Fatigue |
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what are the three body types
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ectomorph- very thin, thin bones, thin muscles. Olive oil...
mesomorph- thicker bones, thicker muscles. Aliesha. endomorph-round, short neck, thick thorax, Mexican men. |
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causes of excess lumbar lordosis |
Lax muscles (esp. abs) Heavy abdomen Hip flexion contracture › Spondylolisthesis Congenital problems › Fashion (high heels) |
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Scoliosis
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1. Non-structural - “Functional” May be related to leg length discrepancy
2. Structural- Lack of normal flexibility and asymmetric movements. |
