POSTURE AND POSTURAL DEFECTS
Meaning of Postural Defects/Deviation
Postural defects are the abnormal way of holding or carrying the body during the performance of various activities due to deviation from the normal axis of the bones, joint stiffening, and loss of muscle tone.
Aiding Factors of Postural Defects
The following factors are known to aid postural defects:
(i) Heredity.
(ii) Muscles weakness.
(iii) Occupation.
(iv) Bad habit of movement.
(v) Injuries, disease and infections.
(vi) Defective sense organs.
(vii) Rapid growth.
(viii) Overweight.
(ix) Accident.
Kinds of Postural Defects
The following are the kinds of postural defects:
1. KYPHOSIS (Round shoulders): Kyphosis is a defect of the spine due to a deficiency of vitamin D which is essential for the building of strong bones. The upper spine becomes excessively curved as a result of squeezing chest muscles and overstretched back muscles.
Causes of Kyphosis
Kyphosis is caused by the following:
(i) Carrying heavy loads on the back.
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