Hyperkyphotic measures using distance from the wall: validity, reliability, and distance from the wall to indicate the risk for thoracic hyperkyphosis and vertebral fracture

ConclusionC7WD is valid and reliable with good diagnostic properties for thoracic hyperkyphosis and vertebral fracture. The findings confirm the use of C7WD using traditional ruler-based method as a practical tool to screen and monitor severity of thoracic hyperkyphosis in clinics and communities. In addition, the measurement using the IG-KypDisT provided accurate data that can be saved for further analysis; it is therefore suggested for research settings. The findings would promote the standardization of hyperkyphosis measurements in various settings.
Source: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research