31 Questions
What is the purpose of comparing observations with the traditional image of good postural alignment?
To detect abnormalities in posture alignment
Which method can be used for visual observation in posture assessment?
Sight and Plumb line
What is the definition of posture?
The arrangement of body parts to maintain a good alignment
Which test can be used for diagnosing scoliosis?
Moire topography
What should be the level of shoulder height for good posture?
Shoulders approximately level
What is the role of the plumb line in posture assessment?
To visually observe and assess alignment
What should be the position of the head according to the Plumb Line?
Over the thorax
What indicates correct shoulder position as per the Plumb Line?
Medial border Inferior angle
In a lateral postural assessment, the Plumb Line is taken through which part of the body?
Greater trochanter
What should be the position of the lumbar spine in terms of curvature?
Straight with no curvature to the right or left
How should the space between the client's arm and body be in a correct upper limb position?
The space formed between the client's arm and body should be the same on both sides
What indicates correct pelvic position as per the Plumb Line?
'V' palpation result
What is the correct position of the knees and legs as per the Plumb Line?
Straight and equidistant from the plumb line with no genu varum or genu valgum
What should be the level of lateral malleoli according to the Plumb Line?
'I' shaped malleoli
What is a correct representation of upper limb position?
Arms hanging equidistant from trunk, palms facing towards sides of body
Detecting abnormalities is not a part of making assessments for upper and lower body posture from anterior view.
False
The formetric topography method is not used for the diagnosis of scoliosis.
False
Visual observation method by sight is the only method used for postural assessment.
False
The ideal posture of the posterior view includes the head facing forwards with rotation and lateral flexion.
False
The Plumb Line is not used to assess the level of the shoulders.
False
The traditional images of the ideal posture include a lateral image showing the ear level, head and neck at different levels.
True
The space formed between the client’s arm and body should be the same on both sides for correct upper limb position.
True
The scapulae should lie flat against the rib cage with no anterior tilting.
True
The lumbar spine should have no curvature to the right or left for a good posture alignment.
False
The knees should be straight and equidistant from the plumb line with no genu varum or genu valgum for correct leg position.
True
The lateral malleoli should be level according to the Plumb Line.
True
The head should appear positioned over the thorax—neither pushed forwards with chin out nor pulled back, as per the Plumb Line.
True
The greater trochanters of the femurs should be level according to the Plumb Line.
True
The buttock creases should be level and equal as per the Plumb Line.
True
The scapulae should be equidistant from the spine according to the Plumb Line.
True
The calcaneus should be vertical according to the Plumb Line.
True
Test your knowledge about identifying standard posterior, lateral, and anterior postures, making assessments for upper and lower body posture from different views, and comparing observations with traditional images of good postural alignment.
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