DRM411H1 Study Guide - Lumbar Vertebrae, Plumb Bob, Thoracic Vertebrae
11 Apr 2013
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Hyperextended knees: when looking at a dancer from behind, the gravity line should be: Gravity line should bisect the distance between the heels and. Ideally be in line with the spinous processes of the vertebrae: when looking at a dancer from the front, the gravity line should be: Bisect the distance between the feet and. Ideally be in line with midline structures such as the pubis symphsis, umbilicus and nose: these views allow to see if there is asymmetry between the right and left side s of the body (such as scoliosis) It increases the tendency for the lower vertebrae to slide forward on the underlying vertebrae (shear force) It may decrease with years of training, but not always and it harder to fix when older: to prevent: Strengthen abdominal muscles (determining distance between ribs and pelvis; therefore affecting the curvature of the lower spine and hence ideal alignment)
