Postural Correction Techniques Flashcards

A patient presents with a right lateral thoracic translation (+Tx of thorax). The mirror image exercise is:

Answer: Translate the thorax to the left while keeping the pelvis stable

Mirror image exercise translates the thorax opposite to its displacement while isolating it over a fixed pelvis.

In the CBP model, which rotation describes lateral flexion of the head in the coronal plane?

Answer: Rz

Rotation about the anteroposterior z-axis produces lateral bending in the coronal plane.

What is the main purpose of a two-way cervical extension traction setup (e.g., posterior translation plus extension)?

Answer: To correct combined anterior head translation and loss of lordosis

Applying both posterior translation and extension pulls address forward head posture and hypolordosis together.

CBP clinical studies on cervical extension traction usually describe a course of care of approximately:

Answer: 30-36 sessions over about 10-12 weeks

Most CBP trials report around 30-36 sessions given about 3 times weekly before follow-up radiographs.

Why are follow-up radiographs important in CBP postural correction?

Answer: To objectively measure structural change against pre-treatment values

Comparing post-treatment and baseline radiographic measurements shows whether correction actually occurred.

Lumbar hypolordosis is typically addressed in CBP with which traction approach?

Answer: Lumbar extension traction using a fulcrum and 3-point bending

Lumbar extension traction applies a fulcrum and opposing forces to bend the lumbar spine back into lordosis.

When a patient feels increased radicular symptoms during extension traction, the clinician should first:

Answer: Stop or reduce the load and reassess positioning and tolerance

Peripheralizing or worsening neurological symptoms mean the setup must be changed or stopped and the patient reassessed.