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  • Neuromotor control
  • Skeletal and fascial system biomechanics
  • Human postural organization

Background:

  • Postural organization relies on integrated central nervous system and musculoskeletal function.
  • Postural deviations can arise from complex interactions within these systems.
  • Understanding these interactions is key to developing effective interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the impact of a neuromotor re-education intervention on static and dynamic postural misalignment.
  • To assess the efficacy of an individualized Dellagrotte core-integration program.
  • To evaluate changes in global postural assessment scores.

Main Methods:

  • A controlled study involving 13 control and 14 experimental subjects with postural deviations.
  • An individualized Dellagrotte core-integration intervention administered over 2 months.
  • Assessment of 25 postural parameters pre- and post-intervention.

Main Results:

  • The experimental group showed significant improvement in the global postural score compared to the control group.
  • The intervention led to measurable enhancements in postural alignment.
  • Positive effects were observed on both static and dynamic postural parameters.

Conclusions:

  • The Dellagrotte core-integration intervention is effective in improving postural organization.
  • Neuromotor re-education can successfully address postural deviations.
  • Further exploration of the described core pathways may offer new therapeutic insights.