Correcting Postural Deviations: An Evidence- Supported Shift in Paradigm

• Main Authors: Jim Schilling (Author), Seung-Taek Lim (Author), Eunjae Lee (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Asian Society of Kinesiology, 2022-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
• Online Access: Connect to this object online.
• Notes: 2586-5595; 2586-5552; 10.15758/ajk.2022.24.4.16
• Keywords: dysfunction; muscle-tendon; postural; self-awareness; Sports; GV557-1198.995; Physiology; QP1-981
• Source: The Asian Journal of Kinesiology, Vol 24, Iss 4, Pp 16-24 (2022)

Somatic syndromes of the spinal region may develop secondary to postural dysfunction. Traditionally, emphasis has been placed on correcting postural asymmetries by attempting to change muscle-tendon unit length. The effectiveness of this approach in providing prolonged muscle-tendon unit length changes and optimal postural outcomes has met with controversy. The time has come for a redirection of goals in conservative care for postural dysfunction of the spinal regions. An emphasis needs to be placed on continuous, self-awareness training of postural correction that will facilitate lasting neuromuscular adaptations. The purpose of this review is to rationalize the need to veer from exercises attempting to adjust the muscle-tendon unit length and recognize the evidence-supported impact of simple self-correction strategies meant to facilitate neuromuscular adjustments and correct postural asymmetries.