VIDEO: Introduction

Here the video will show the evaluation of postural disorders visible in the sagittal plane. The audio will discuss how to perform the test and how to interpret it. Test descriptions included here and additional figures or photographs (which may still be images from a movie) will be included in the manual.

Introduction:

We have categorized our videos on spinal health into beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, aiming to provide a gradual and solid progression. In the first module of our structured flow, you will acquire the necessary anatomical and biomechanical knowledge at a basic level. Understanding spinal structure, posture definitions, and muscle-fascia connections will be covered. This will equip you with insights into stretching exercises targeting postural issues.

The tests that will be presented here are designed to examine spinal misalignments in the sagittal plane.

Postural education

The balanced posture of the body reduces the work done by the muscles in maintaining it in an erect posture. It has been determined (using electromyography) that, in general,

• The intrinsic muscles of the feet are quiescent, because of the support provided by the ligaments.
• Soleus is constantly active because gravity tends to pull the body forward over the feet. Gastrocnemius and the deep posterior tibial muscles are less frequently active.
• Tibialis anterior is less active (unless high heels are being worn).
• Quadriceps and the Hamstrings are generally not as active.
• Iliopsoas is constantly active.
• Gluteus maximus is inactive.
• Gluteus medius and tensor fascia latae are active to counteract lateral postural sway.
• Erector Spinae is active, counteracting gravity’s pull forwards.
• The abdominal muscles remain quiescent, although the lower fibers of the Internal obliques are active in order to protect the inguinal canal

(will be given in e manual)

MODULE 1- BEGINNER