BioImplosion – a gravity induced distortion in posture


In 1988 I coined the word BioImplosion as a gravity induced postural distortion, frequently originating in the feet (Journal Manipulative Physiological Therapeutics).  There are four distinct patterns of postural distortions resulting from BioImplosion; the most common being the Kyphotic Pattern.  In the Kyphotic Pattern the:
  • hips are rotated forward
  • shoulders are protracted
  • head is shifted anteriorly relative to the cervical spine (forward head position)
A Kyphotic Posture places the ankles, knees, hips, back and neck in a mal-aligned position, which results in uneven joint wear patterns and poor posture.  In time, these mal-aligned joints become swollen and painful (e.g., osteodegenerative arthritis).


Frequently, a kyphotic posture (See Animation Above) is observed in patients who have the Rothbarts Foot.

However, there are other patterns of postural distortions that can result from BioImplosion:
  • Flatback Pattern
  • Lordotic Pattern
  • Swayback Pattern
In understanding BioImplosion, you will find that addressing and effectively treating its' underlying cause (frequently Rothbarts Foot or the PreClinical Clubfoot Deformity), you will be able to permanently improve the articular alignments (e.g., improve the posture).  This is an important prerequisite when treating chronic musculoskeletal pain patients.

For more information on the patterns of postural distortion resulting from BioImplosion, read The Four Postural Distortional Patterns on my research blogsite.


Reference:

   Rothbart BA, Esterbrook L, 1988. Excessive Pronation. A Major Biomechanical Determinant in the Development of Chondromalacia and Pelvic Lists .  Journal Manipulative Physiologic Therapeutics 11(5): 373-379.


Professor/Dr. Brian A. Rothbart
Chronic Pain Elimination Specialist
Discovered the Rothbarts Foot and PreClinical Clubfoot Deformity
Developer of Rothbart Proprioceptive Therapy
Designer of Rothbart Proprioceptive Insoles
Founder of International Academy of Rothbart Proprioceptive Therapy
Author of Forever Free From Chronic Pain

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Posted by rothbart at 9/3/2010 1:07 PM
Categories: Posture
Tags: poor posture postural distortion Rothbart Proprioceptive Insoles lordosis Rothbart Proprioceptive Therapy osteodegenerative arthritis posture bioimplosion musculoskeletal pain kyphosis BioImplosion forward head position Rothbarts Foot Professor/Dr. Brian A. Rothbart
 

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