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Camptocormia, also known as bent spine syndrome (BSS), is a symptom of a multitude of diseases that is most commonly seen in the elderly. It is identified by an abnormal thoracolumbar spinal flexion, which is a forward bending of the lower joints of the spine, occurring in a standing position.
Other forms of exercise, such as those involving gait, balance, co-ordination and functional tasks, may also help improve balance in older adults. [ 20 ] A 2014 review concluded that exercise interventions may reduce fear of falling (FOF) in community-dwelling older adults immediately after the intervention, without evidence of long-term effects.
Proper posture is often referred to as a "neutral spine"; slouching is an improper posture or a "nonneutral spine". Slouching is often described as improper posture, movement or rigidity of the spine, especially the cervical and thoracic regions, in relation to other parts of the body.
A person’s ability to balance on one leg may be a reliable indicator of neuromuscular aging, a new study has found.
Single-Leg Stand: Stand on one leg while keeping your other leg lifted slightly off the ground. Hold this position for 20 to 30 seconds, then switch legs. Hold this position for 20 to 30 seconds ...
How long you can balance on one leg, like a flamingo, may be an important indicator of health and how well you’re aging, a study finds. Experts explain.
Elderly people with osteoporosis and frailty have a higher risk of hip, vertebra, distal radius and humerus fractures. [10] These fractures can cause pain at the fracture site. For osteoarthritis, which is a medical condition of the synovial joints , the abrasion and breakdown of hyaline cartilage and underlying bone can cause joint pain and ...
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