The Journal of Korean Physical Therapy

The Korean Society of Physical Therapy (대한물리치료학회)
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Effect of Forward Head Posture on Respiratory Function in Young Adults

두부 전방전위 자세가 젊은 성인들의 호흡기능에 미치는 영향

  • Kim, Se-Yoon (Department of Physical Therapy, Graduate School, Catholic University of Pusan) ;
  • Kim, Nan-Soo (Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Science, Catholic University of Pusan) ;
  • Jung, Ju-Hyeon (Rehabilitation Center, Gimhae Goodmorning Hospital) ;
  • Jo, Myeong-Rae (Department of Physical Therapy, Graduate School, Catholic University of Pusan)
  • 김세윤 (부산가톨릭대학교 일반대학원 물리치료학과) ;
  • 김난수 (부산가톨릭대학교 보건과학대학 물리치료학과) ;
  • 정주현 (김해 굿모닝병원) ;
  • 조명래 (부산가톨릭대학교 일반대학원 물리치료학과)
  • Received : 2013.09.06
  • Accepted : 2013.10.14
  • Published : 2013.10.25
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Abstract

Purpose: Forward head posture is a typical symptom in people who use computers for long periods of time. Respiration is a complex function involving co-operation of muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems. Abnormal posture can have a negative effect on respiratory function. The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between forward head posture and respiratory function in young adults. Methods: Forty-six healthy subjects participated in this study. Craniovertebral angle was measured for assessment of the forward head posture. The respiratory function of all subjects was evaluated by measuring forced vital capacity (FVC), forced expiratory volume at one second (FEV1), forced expiratory volume at one second/forced vital capacity (FEV1/FVC) ratio, and peak expiratory flow (PEF). The baseline of forward head posture was less than 49 degrees. Results: : Significant differences for predicted FVC and FEV1 were observed between the two groups, however, no statistically significant differences in FEV1/FVC ratio and PEF were observed between the two groups. Conclusion: Results of this study demonstrate that forward head posture has a negative effect on respiratory function in young adults.

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