Journal of Yoga & Physical Therapy
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Man-Ying Wang

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• Research Article
  Yoga Improves Upper-Extremity Function and Scapular Posturing in Persons with Hyperkyphosis
  Author(s): Man-Ying Wang, Gail A. Greendale, Leslie Kazadi and George J. Salem Man-Ying Wang, Gail A. Greendale, Leslie Kazadi and George J. Salem
  
  Objective: Hyperkyphosis (excess thoracic spine curvature) is associated with upper-extremity functional limitations and altered scapular posturing. The purpose of this study was to quantify the changes in upper-extremity function and scapular posturing following a 6-month yogaintervention in persons with hyperkyphosis. Methods: Twenty-one older adults with hyperkyphosis (75.5+7.4 yrs) enrolled in the UCLA Yoga for Kyphosis randomized controlled trial, elected to participate in this uncontrolled, prepost substudy of upper-extremity function. They were measured at baseline and after a 24-week yoga intervention. Maximum vertical reach and timed book tests were used to evaluate upper-extremity function. Scapular posturing was quantified using a motion analysis system and data was obtained under 4 conditions: 1) quiet-standing, 2) normal wa.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2157-7595.1000117

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