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Knee Position
Normal posture features knees that are straight and in line with hips and ankles. Abnormal knee postures include genu valgum (knock-knees) or genu varum (bowlegs), which can lead to knee stress and injury.
Wrist and Hand Position
Normal posture presents wrists in a neutral position with even hand alignment. Abnormal posture may show wrist deviation or clenched fists, potentially causing discomfort and repetitive strain injuries.
Head Position
Normal posture shows the head aligned with the spine. Abnormal posture may feature forward head posture which can lead to neck pain and headaches.
Shoulder Alignment
In normal posture, shoulders are level and in line with the ears. Abnormal posture includes rounded or elevated shoulders, which can cause shoulder and neck issues.
Ankle and Foot Alignment
Normal posture has feet pointing forward with a slight arch. Abnormal posture includes pronation (flat feet) or supination (high arches), affecting the body's mechanics and possibly leading to pain.
Hip Alignment
Normal posture has hips level and lined up with shoulders and ankles. Abnormality such as hip hiking or dropping may indicate muscular imbalances and can affect gait.
Overall Body Alignment
A well-aligned posture exhibits a plumb line from the ear through the shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle. Abnormal posture deviates from this line and can lead to various musculoskeletal problems and imbalances.
Elbow Position
In normal posture, elbows are close to the body with a neutral forearm alignment. Abnormally positioned elbows may flare out or be held too tightly to the body, sometimes related to upper body tension or musculoskeletal issues.
Pelvic Tilt
Normal posture has a slight anterior pelvic tilt. An abnormal posture may have excessive anterior or posterior tilt, contributing to lower back discomfort.
Spinal Curvature
A normal spine has a gentle S-curve when viewed from the side. Abnormal postures exhibit excessive lordosis, kyphosis, or scoliosis, leading to back pain and dysfunction.
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