Pilates system as a method of kinesiotherapy for kyphotic posture
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.15391/prrht.2021-6(4).02Abstract
Kyphotic posture is a deformity of the spine, characterized by a large curvature of the thoracic spine. Kyphosis not only spoils the figure, but also leads to the development of serious pathologies that negatively affect the quality of life. Objective: to study Pilates as a method of kinesiotherapy for kyphotic posture. Material and methods: to assess the effectiveness of physical therapy for kyphotic posture by Pilates with variations used the following research methods: history, examination, functional tests and scales (Tomayer test, finger-floor test; scales: visually analog scale, Oss. Results: Positive dynamics in kinesiotherapy was in both groups, but in the main indicators were better by several positions.Conclusions: the use of Pilates with variations showed significant positive dynamics in the performance of ErGo clients from the control group