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Unilateral arm elevation involves the entire spine, pelvis, and head. This movement causes backward spinal bending, reduced cervical lordosis, thoracic kyphosis, and atlanto-occipital extension.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics
  • Human Anatomy
  • Spinal Motion

Background:

  • Limited research exists on spinal involvement during arm elevation.
  • This study aimed to detail spinal movements during unilateral arm elevation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantify spinal and pelvic kinematics during various arm elevation angles.
  • To investigate the influence of arm elevation on global and segmental spinal posture.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized EOS imaging system for 2D posture and spinal curve assessment.
  • Measured global posture (SVA, T1/T9 tilt, CSL) and segmental curves (C3-C7, T1-T6, T7-T12, L1-L5).
  • Assessed ten participants at different arm elevation levels (sagittal and scapular planes) using Bayesian statistics.

Main Results:

  • Arm elevation led to significant backward spine bending (SVA, T1-T9 tilt decrease).
  • Observed reversal of cervical lordosis to kyphosis and reduced thoracic kyphosis.
  • Significant pelvic anteversion, right spine bending, leftward head displacement, and atlanto-occipital extension were noted.

Conclusions:

  • Unilateral arm elevation engages the entire spine, pelvis, and head.
  • Key findings include backward spinal bending, reduced cervical lordosis, thoracic kyphosis changes, and atlanto-occipital extension.