Evaluation and Physical Therapy for the Condition of the Muscle Imbalance

Abstract

This paper focuses on the understanding of the muscle imbalance concept. In this concept, the upper and lower crossed syndrome are considered as typical musculoskeletal disorders. To understand these syndromes, we need to evaluate shortened muscles and weakened muscles in an appropriate manner. Also, motion analyses of patients should be added as an important and effective tool for understanding movement disorder. Static posture and dynamic movement such as single leg standing and gait should be evaluated and itegrated with other types of physical evaluation. Comprehensive evaluation including musculoskeletal evaluation and pathological kinesiology would help to increase the effect of physical therapy.