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Breathing, postural stability, and psychological health: a study to explore triangular links
Simone Tassani1, Paula Chaves1, Marc Beardsley1
1Department of Information and Communication Technologies Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona, Spain.
Breathing difficulties are linked to poor posture and anxiety. Abdominal breathing improved stability and reduced anxiety in males, but was challenging for females, indicating a cycle impacting quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Physiology
- Psychology
- Biomechanics
Background:
- Breathing, posture, and psychological health are interconnected.
- Understanding this link can inform interventions for well-being.
- Existing research often studies these factors in isolation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To test the hypothesis linking breathing, postural stability, and psychological health.
- To present a protocol for simultaneous analysis of these three factors.
- To explore the triangular relationship between breathing, posture, and emotional state.
Main Methods:
- Twenty-three university students (18-23 years) participated.
- Four conditions tested: quiet standing (eyes open/closed) and abdominal breathing (eyes open/closed).
- Measurements included stabilometry, stereophotogrammetry, optoelectronic plethysmography, psychometric data, and physiological signals.
Main Results:
- Emotional state correlated with posture and breathing patterns.
- Abdominal breathing was difficult for most, especially females.
- Males practicing abdominal breathing showed increased stability and reduced anxiety.
Conclusions:
- Difficulties with abdominal breathing linked to anxiety and instability.
- This creates a cycle affecting quality of life and potentially causing musculoskeletal issues.
- The protocol offers a holistic assessment of subject health.
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