Validity and reliability of the block method for measuring thoracic hyperkyphosis

CONCLUSIONS: The findings showed small correlation in those <60 and moderate correlation in those ≥60 years, and reported excellent reliability. The block method can be used by novices with strong reliability. This method is a practical technique for early screening hyperkyphosis in the elderly.PMID:34493160 | DOI:10.1080/09593985.2021.1975335

Source: Physiotherapy Theory and Practice - September 8, 2021 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Pakwipa Chokphukiao Arpassanan Wiyanad Patcharawan Suwannarat Sugalya Amatachaya Lugkana Mato Pattra Wattanapan Chitanongk Gaogasigam Thiwabhorn Thaweewannakij Source Type: research