2.

6.

7.

10.

Eds

12.

Be 5 ae

Observable Characteristics of Poor Military

Posture. (Viewed in Lateral Plane. )
(Contrast with Illustration X)

a. Long axis of the head tilted forward instead of
vertical. b. Center of head weight forward.
ec. Chin is forward to front line of sternum ("breast-
- bone"). ae

a. Chest (thorax) is depressed and suggests muscular
weakiess. b. Breastbone (sternum) should be fore-
most part of front surface of body.

Curve of shoulder exaggerated (kyphosis) and gives the

appearance of "slouch" or "stoop."
Center of upper arm anterior. Shoulders are adducted.

Diaphragm is relatively horizontal. Poor excursion.
Viscera forced downward.

ILLUSTRATION IX

 

Upper abdomen depressed, forcing visceral organs ee.
to sag deep into abdominal cavity. s
[0-
Lower abdomen protrudes (ptosis). Indicates poor iN

muscular control and muscular weakness. c

"Small of the back" (lumbar area) has deep curve.
Appearance is one of “hollow-back."

Pelvic tilt is increased as indicated by angle A-B-C.

‘Buttocks protrude as a result of increased pelvic

tilt. Often, fatty accumulation.

Knees are slightly flexed, adding to the total im-
pression of a slouched posture. (Sometimes knees
are hyperextended).

The long axis of the body, x-y, shows malalignment of
the related segments. Throws additional strain on
supporting muscles.

General appearance is one reflecting fatigue, care-
lessness and slouchiness.

i B

il.

 

“u

7.

iy