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    • Physiology
    • Biomechanics
    • Clinical Assessment

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    • Altered diaphragm function impacts core stabilization and posture.
    • The Hi-lo and lateral rib expansion (LRE) tests are clinical tools for breathing assessment.
    • Current understanding of how these tests differ and are affected by body position is limited.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare breathing test results across various body positions.
    • To investigate the interaction between breathing test type and body position.

    Main Methods:

    • Prospective cross-sectional study in a university laboratory setting.
    • 50 healthy adults performed Hi-lo and LRE tests in supine, seated, standing, and half-kneeling positions.
    • Data analyzed using generalized estimating equations with Bonferroni correction.

    Main Results:

    • A significant interaction was found between breathing test and body position.
    • The Hi-lo test identified more dysfunctional breathers in positions demanding higher stability.
    • The LRE test showed significant differences only in the half-kneeling position.

    Conclusions:

    • The Hi-lo and LRE tests evaluate distinct aspects of breathing mechanics.
    • Combining both tests provides a more comprehensive breathing assessment.
    • The Hi-lo test's results are sensitive to body position, necessitating varied administration.