Apr 17, 2021
What is Excessive Kyphosis? Excessive kyphosis refers to the movement distortion where there is an exaggerated forward tilt and rounding of the thoracic spine (located below the neck and above the rib cage) and shoulders, often referred to as having a “hunchback”. A...
Apr 17, 2021
What is Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome? The hip joint, of the weight-bearing ball and socket variety, is responsible for the hinging and extension movements of the upper portion of the leg. It is comprised of the thigh bone (femur) and the pelvic socket...
Apr 17, 2021
What is a Flared Rib Cage? When the bottom half of the rib cage is in neutral alignment with the spine, it is positioned inwards and downwards. However, if the core muscles are weak, there can be excessive curvature of the lower spine (lordosis) which can pull the rib...
Apr 17, 2021
What is Forward Head Posture? Forward head posture refers to a compensation pattern where the head (suboccipital muscles) is tilted forward and downward putting strain on the neck (cervical spine). It is usually caused by sedentary lifestyles and frequently looking...
Apr 17, 2021
What is Functional Scoliosis? Functional scoliosis refers to a temporary lateral curvature of the spine caused by a muscular strength imbalance between the two sides of the body, especially around the pelvic region. When one side becomes dominant (or tight), the body...
Apr 17, 2021
What is Gluteal Amnesia Syndrome? Our buttocks, a central balancing point of the lower half of the body, are made up of the gluteal muscles (gluteus maximus, gluteus medius, gluteus minimus). They help with walking stride, forward momentum/thrusting movements,...
