Physiotherapy for a child’s malposition/back problems has the goal of intervening in the development in such a way that the problems are only temporary and are not carried over into adulthood. Through various therapeutic approaches, physiotherapy attempts to eliminate the cause that led to the development of the bad posture or back problems. Depending on … Postural deformities in children – Physiotherapy
Exercises In order to alleviate children’s bad posture and back problems, there are a number of exercises that aim to specifically stretch and strengthen muscle groups in order to control the problems and improve posture. 1) Stretching the chest muscles The child is asked to cross their hands behind their back and then raise their … Exercises | Postural deformities in children – Physiotherapy
Trampolin jumping/gymnastics To alleviate bad posture and back problems in children, sports such as trampoline jumping or gymnastics are also suitable as part of the therapy. However, if these are suitable, there are a few things to consider. Trampoline jumping: Trampolining is a sport that is fun and at the same time appeals to over … Trampolin jumping/gymnastics | Postural deformities in children – Physiotherapy
Scheuermann’s disease Scheuermann’s disease is a growth-related maldevelopment of the spinal column, resulting in uneven growth of the individual vertebral bodies. These finally take on a wedge shape instead of the typical cylinder shape. In most cases, this malformation results in the formation of a rounded back, since the thoracic spine curves too much forward. … Scheuermann’s disease | Postural deformities in children – Physiotherapy
Summary All in all, physiotherapy is the basic building block of successful therapy for children with poor posture and back problems. Due to the numerous treatment options, the therapy can be individually adapted to each child and made flexible, so that long-term problems can usually be prevented and the quality of life of the children … Summary | Postural deformities in children – Physiotherapy
