Posture and Postural Deviations

Question 1

it is the proper alignment of body segments

Answer 1

posture

Question 2

refers to the misalignment of body segments.

Answer 2

posture deviations

Question 3

Common factors that cause postural deviations

Answer 3

• hereditary
• poor daily habits
• poor nutrition
• improper routinary position
• lack of physical exercise

Question 4

Common postural deviation: the head & neck leaning forward

Answer 4

forward head

Question 5

Common postural deviation: over curvature of the spine extending from the lumbar to the cervical vertebrae

Answer 5

round back

Question 6

Common postural deviation: shoulders oriented forward

Answer 6

round shoulders

Question 7

Common postural deviation: over curvature of the thoracic vertebrae

Answer 7

kyphosis

Question 8

Common postural deviation: over curvature of the lumbar vertebrae

Answer 8

lordosis

Question 9

Common postural deviation: lateral curvature of the vertebral column

Answer 9

scoliosis

Question 10

Common postural deviation: characterized by separation of knees and feet

Answer 10

bow legs

Question 11

Common postural deviation: when the knees are significantly near each other, while feet become separated

Answer 11

knocked knees

Question 12

Common postural deviation: characterized by the instep of the foot does not have an arch or flat on the floor, thus the entire sole rests on the ground

Answer 12

flat-footed