1. Dr. Madhuri P. Sadgir
Assistant Professor
Department of Physical Education
University of Mumbai
Postural Deformities
2. Definition of Posture
Posture is Anatomical structure with the reference to alignment of the
joints and body part, based on the responsible factors. It may be in
any form, Sitting, Standing Laying or Moving.
3. Definition of Posture
• It is a perquisite for functional abilities in daily life.
• Posture is a combination of anatomy and physiology
with inherent application of bio-mechanics and
kinematics.
4. Definition of Posture
• It is a perquisite for functional abilities in daily life.
• Posture is a combination of anatomy and physiology
with inherent application of bio-mechanics and
kinematics.
5. Definition of Posture
Factors responsible for posture are, mechanical efficiency of
muscles, balance and of neuromuscular coordination. It changes
with the positions and movements of the body throughout life
and throughout the day.
These factors maintain stability and balance with minimum effort
and least strain during supportive and non supportive positions.
There are two types of postures, 1.Static 2.Dynamic
Static posture : Static posture: in this body parts are aligned
and maintained in specific posture.
Dynamic posture : in this body parts are aligned and
maintained in moving posture.
6. Factors Responsible for Posture
• Heredity
• Habits
• Diet
• Foot wear/cloths
• Health status
• Fitness Status
• Mental attitude
• Lifestyle
9. Postural Deformities
Kyphosis
Kyphosis is an
exaggeration or
increase in the
amount of the
normal convexity
of the thoracic
region of spine.
Convexity : Degree of Curve
Exaggeration : here it is worse
10. Postural Deformities
Kyphosis
It is abnormal increase
in the flexion of the
spine I.e. outward
curvature of the spine
with round shoulder
and head dropped
forward, resulting in a
hump towards the
back neck.
Hump : round projected part at back
11.
12. Causes of Kyphosis
Lack of strength of the
extensor of spine in
thoracic region
Neck position in
protraction (forward)
Over Stretching of
posterior muscles
(cervical muscles)
19. Complications
Decrease lungs capacity
Over strenuous upper
posterior muscle
Limitation of Rang of motion at
shoulder join
Leg weakening and paralysis
Round back deformity
