Document Type

Thesis - NSU Access Only

Title

Posterior Loading Effects on the Lumbar Spine

Authors

Charan Tony Chadha, Nova Southeastern University

Degree Name

Master of Physical Therapy (MPT)

Copyright Statement

All rights reserved. This publication is intended for use solely by faculty, students, and staff of Nova Southeastern University. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, now known or later developed, including but not limited to photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the author or the publisher.

Department

College of Health Care Sciences - Physical Therapy Department

Publication Date / Copyright Date

1998

Publisher

Nova Southeastern University

NSUWorks Citation

Charan Tony Chadha. 1998. Posterior Loading Effects on the Lumbar Spine. Master's thesis. Nova Southeastern University. Retrieved from NSUWorks, College of Health Care Sciences - Physical Therapy Department. (99)
https://nsuworks.nova.edu/hpd_pt_stuetd/99.

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine if there were differences in lumbar range of motion between subjects carrying a posterior load and if wearing the load produced low back pain.

Subjects: The sample comprised of 24 young adults, of which 12 were randomly assigned to wear a load.

Methodology: Lumbar range of motion was measured and daily journals were kept by subjects to monitor pain levels. A bubble inclinometer was used according to AMA guidelines for pretest and posttest spinal measurements. Data were analyzed through the use of ANOVA, t-Tests, and the Mann-Whitney U-test.

Results: No significant differences were found in comparing lumbar ROM or pain levels between the two groups. Males had greater flexion and females had less flexion and extension while carrying a load versus those not carrying a load.

Conclusion: In order to prevent the occurrence of low back pain among children and young adults, physical therapists must play an active role in the education of back care and the prevention of low back pain.

Disciplines

Physical Therapy