POSTURE

POSTURE
-is the position in which
the body is held against
gravity while standing,
sitting or lying down.
• Is the dis-figure • Correct posture
of the body’s is the proper
vertical alignment of the
body whether on
alignment and
is walking,
natural curve of sitting, running
the back. and standing.
 BENEFITS OF GOOD
POSTURE
It promotes movement efficiency
and endurance.
Proper posture keeps the bones and
joints in the correct alignment so
that muscles are being used properly.
It contributes to an overall feeling
of well-being.
It contributes to good
appearance: projects poise,
confidence, and dignity.
Prevents backache, muscular
pain, muscle fatigue, muscle
strain and overuse of muscle.
 EFFECTS OF POOR
POSTURE
Poor posture causes
improper alignment of
bones.
Muscles, joints and
ligaments are prone in
 Incorrect posture may cause
fatigue and muscular pain.
 It can affect the position and
function of the vital organs,
particularly those in the
abdominal region.
 CAUSES OF POOR
POSTURE
•Incorrect sitting
Position
•Incorrect standing
position
•High-heeled shoes
•Pregnancy
Stress
Weak muscles or muscle
imbalance
Fatigue
Lack of exercise and poor
nutrition
 HEALTHY BACK HAS THREE
NATURAL CURVES:
1.Cervical Curve- A
slight forward curve in
the neck.
2.Thoracic curve- A
slight curve in the
lower neck.
3.Lumbar curve- A
slight forward curve in
 POSTURAL DISORDER (CATAPANG 1999)

Scoliosis- Lateral
curvature of the spinal
column.
Sway- back
posture- exaggerated
curves in their spine,
forward-tilting hips, and
the appearance of
leaning back when
standing.
Flat-back posture-
pelvis is tucked in
and your
lower back is
straight instead of
naturally curved.
Kypholordosis
posture- curvature of
the thoracic spine
Forward Head- the head
and neck are overextended
forward and not aligned
with the body.
Round Shoulders- the
shoulder blades move apart
from the shoulder girdle,
mostly flat chest.
Round Neck- exaggerate
curve in back
region,forward head and
shoulders, and flat chest.
Winged Scapulae-
borders of the scapulae or
the shoulder blades are
prominent.
Kyphosis- Excessive
curvature of the spinal
column that makes an upper
round back and shoulders.
Lordosis- extreme
curvature of the spinal
column in lumbar region.
Genu Varum (bowlegs)-
knees are separated while
feet are drawn together,
Genu Valgum (knocked
knees)- feet are separated
while knees are joined
together.
Pes Planus (flat footed)-
the longitudinal arch of the
foot is lowered and touches
the floor.
 BODY TYPES
Somatotyping is
the classifying of
people into types
according to body
build.
Endomorph Body type-
with big bones, round face,
large trunk and thighs, a
degree of body fat.
Mesomorph Body type-
with broad shoulders, small
waist, large muscles and fast
metabolism.
Ectomorph Body type- with
thin, linear appearance and
low body fat percentage.
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