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- Association between Body Composition, Physical Activity Profile, and Occurrence of Knee and Foot Postural Alterations among Young Healthy AdultsPublication . Ashraf, Sadaf; Viveiros, Roberto; França, Cíntia; Ornelas, Rui Trindade; Rodrigues, AnaKnee and foot deformities refer to structural abnormalities in the knee and foot bones, joints, ligaments, or muscles. Various factors, including genetics, injury, disease, or excessive use, can cause these deformities. These musculoskeletal conditions can significantly impact individuals’ quality of life. This study examined foot and knee deformities in 231 young healthy adults (165 men, 66 women) aged 22.6 ± 4.9 years and their association with physical activity and body composition. The postural assessment was performed by two Physiotherapists, with the subject standing in three views: side, anterior, and posterior. Physical activity (Baecke’s Habitual Physical Activity Questionnaire) and body composition (InBody 770) were assessed. Results showed that the most common foot deformity was pes planus, while the genu recurvatum was the most common knee deformity among the individuals. Physical activity level was negatively associated with knee and foot deformities. Conversely, body composition differed with the presence of genu recurvatum. These findings present a starting point to understand the occurrence of knee and foot postural alterations according to the individuals’ body composition and physical activity profiles, which could support the deployment of tailored interventions among healthy adults. In addition, early detection of postural changes is crucial in mitigating their negative long-term impact on physical well-being.
- Posture alterations in students of the degree in physical education and sports at the University of Madeira: relationship with body composition and physical activity profilesPublication . Ashraf, Sadaf; Ornelas, Rui Nuno Trindade de; Rodrigues, Ana José AguiarPoor body alignment, sedentary behaviors, and various physical activity levels experienced by young adults lead to musculoskeletal imbalances and subsequent discomforts, which, when left undetected and untreated, significantly impact the quality of life. This study aims to evaluate the postural alterations of students enrolled in Physical activity and sports degrees at the University of Madeira and the impact of their body composition and physical activity. Using a postural assessment table by two physiotherapists, this study examined postural alterations in 231 university students (165 men, 66 women) aged 22.64±4.86 years. Their physical activity profile and body composition were assessed using Baecke's Habitual PA questionnaire and Inbody770, respectively. The Kolmogorov-Smirnov test examined the quantitative variable distribution normality. Descriptive statistics, including mean and standard deviation, characterized the sample. The chi-frame test determined gender differences in the prevalence of postural changes. The T-Student test examined the differences between participants with and without postural changes in quantitative variables with a normal distribution. The software used was SPSS version 7.0; the significance level adopted was 5%. Results showed that the most common spinal alteration was scoliosis (56.7%), followed by kyphosis (53.2%) and lordosis (14.3%), being more prevalent in males than females. The most common alteration in the foot and knee was pes planus and genu recurvatum, respectively. Physical activity profile indicated a statistically significant relationship with lordosis; however, it was negatively correlated with the prevalence of other spinal, knee, and foot alterations. Conversely, body composition was positively associated with the prevalence of knee genu recurvatum, and height and weight were positively associated with scoliosis. These findings highlight the importance of evaluating postural alterations for early detection and intervention to reduce further negative impacts on the spine and other body parts. It also helps adults engaging in competitive sports or related to physical education to become aware of their postural alteration in different individuals.