Posture

Which of the following is a potential consequence of an exaggerated tonic stretch reflex?

• Decreased muscle tone

• Increased muscle strength

• Increased flexibility

• Increased muscle tone

What is the purpose of scoliosis bracing?

• To correct the curvature of the spine

• To prevent further progression of the curvature

• To relieve pain associated with scoliosis

• To improve spinal flexibility

What causes gibbus deformity?

• Trauma to the spine

• Osteoporosis

• Tuberculosis

• Rheumatoid arthritis

What is the role of proprioception in maintaining good posture?

• Proprioception helps to sense changes in body position and adjust muscle tone accordingly

• Proprioception helps to maintain joint stability and prevent injuries

• Proprioception helps to regulate blood flow to the muscles involved in posture

• Proprioception helps to regulate breathing during static postures

What is the threshold of the tonic stretch reflex?

• The minimum stimulus required to elicit a response

• The maximum stimulus required to elicit a response

• The frequency of the stimulus required to elicit a response

• The type of stimulus required to elicit a response