| Thoracic rotation measurement techniques: clinical commentary. | |
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PMID: 21655383 Owner: NLM Status: PubMed-not-MEDLINE |
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A number of sporting and daily activities involve rotation of the spine. The ability to quantify motion of the spine in a clinical setting usually relies on the use of a device to measure angles (goniometer or inclinometer) or visual assessment. Standardized measurement criteria exist for measuring rotation at the cervical and lumbar spine. Little has been written regarding established methods for measuring thoracic spine rotation. Thoracic rotation may be measured in a seated position, half-kneeling position, or quadruped position. Steps should be taken to minimize motion of surrounding segments such as the shoulder and hips, which may improve measurement accuracy. Key words: inclinometer, goniometer, range of motion. |
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Katherine D Johnson; Terry L Grindstaff |
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Type: Journal Article |
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Title: North American journal of sports physical therapy : NAJSPT Volume: 5 ISSN: 1558-6170 ISO Abbreviation: N Am J Sports Phys Ther Publication Date: 2010 Dec |
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Created Date: 2011-06-09 Completed Date: 2011-07-14 Revised Date: 2011-07-29 |
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Nlm Unique ID: 101318564 Medline TA: N Am J Sports Phys Ther Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 252-6 Citation Subset: - |
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