Behaviour of the Linea Alba During a Curl-up Task in DRA
This study tested the hypothesis that the clinical objective to narrow the IRD may be counterproductive for optimal control of the abdomen, and although enhanced activation of lateral abdominal muscle may widen the IRD, this may lead to more optimal control of the anterior fascias.
Read MoreClinical Perspectives on Motor Control in the Management of Lumbopelvic Pain
In clinical practice, it is common to see complex patients with a combination of impairments in multiple systems including the musculoskeletal, urogynecological and respiratory. A thorough evaluation often reveals many past injuries, thoughts/beliefs, emotional states and movement habits that have collectively led to changes in strategies for posture, movement, continence and respiration.
Read MoreThe Thorax – An Integrated Approach
It has been over 30 years since Erl Pettman introduced the ‘Quadrant Approach’ for assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders (Pettman 1981, 1984). Today, we understand that the thorax is part of many integrated systems including the musculoskeletal, respiratory, cardiac, digestive and urogynecological.
Read MoreBiomechanics of the Thorax – A 20 Year Update
This article will provide a synopsis of the current state of research evidence as well as observations from clinical experience pertaining to the biomechanics of the thorax in order to help clinicians organise this knowledge and facilitate evidence-based and informed management of the, often complex, patient with or without thoracic pain and impairment. The integrated systems model (ISM) will be introduced as a way to determine when the noted biomechanical findings are relevant to a patient’s clinical presentation.
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