Postural Health & Awareness
Introductory and educational articles about proper posture, common postural deviations, and the impact of posture on daily life and athletic performance.
What Cannot Be Measured, Cannot Be Improved or Developed
🔹 The meaning in simple terms: To improve any aspect of life—whether athletic performance, health, fitness, or even...
🔹 The meaning in simple terms: To improve any aspect of life—whether athletic performance, health, fitness, or even educational level—we must first know its current status through precise numbers or indicators. Without measurement, it becomes impossible to determine whether progress is being made or not.
Illustrative Examples:
In sports medicine: Measuring body fat percentage, muscle flexibility, or postural angles determines whether rehabilitation programs succeed or fail.
In education: Tests and periodic evaluations reveal whether a student is improving or needs additional support.
In organizations and companies: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) act as a compass, guiding projects and showing whether they are on track.
Measurement: The Cornerstone of Development
Measurement is not just about numbers; it is a scientific and managerial approach that transforms general observations into objective facts that can be analyzed and improved. Through measurement, we can:
Identify actual performance levels and compare them with desired standards.
Detect strengths to reinforce and weaknesses to address.
Continuously monitor progress and evaluate the impact of programs and plans.
Thus, measurement becomes the correct starting point for anyone seeking excellence, whether at the individual or institutional level.
Postural Measurements and Deviations
Postural measurements: These include assessing spinal curvatures, shoulder and pelvic tilt, and head–neck alignment. They are scientific tools used to determine postural balance and body symmetry.
Postural deviations: These are changes in the body’s natural axes that lead to functional or structural problems, often caused by poor posture, muscular weakness, or imbalances.
🔹 The relationship between them: The more accurate and consistent the measurements, the easier it is to detect deviations early and correct them. In contrast, the absence of regular measurement allows deviations to progress unnoticed until they reach stages that significantly affect function and appearance.
Conclusion
Measurement is the scientific foundation for diagnosing postural deviations and tracking improvement during rehabilitation or training programs. Without it, decisions remain based on guesswork rather than facts.
Dr. Mohamed El-Madbouli
Head of the Sports Medicine Measurement Unit
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Illustrative Examples:
In sports medicine: Measuring body fat percentage, muscle flexibility, or postural angles determines whether rehabilitation programs succeed or fail.
In education: Tests and periodic evaluations reveal whether a student is improving or needs additional support.
In organizations and companies: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) act as a compass, guiding projects and showing whether they are on track.
Measurement: The Cornerstone of Development
Measurement is not just about numbers; it is a scientific and managerial approach that transforms general observations into objective facts that can be analyzed and improved. Through measurement, we can:
Identify actual performance levels and compare them with desired standards.
Detect strengths to reinforce and weaknesses to address.
Continuously monitor progress and evaluate the impact of programs and plans.
Thus, measurement becomes the correct starting point for anyone seeking excellence, whether at the individual or institutional level.
Postural Measurements and Deviations
Postural measurements: These include assessing spinal curvatures, shoulder and pelvic tilt, and head–neck alignment. They are scientific tools used to determine postural balance and body symmetry.
Postural deviations: These are changes in the body’s natural axes that lead to functional or structural problems, often caused by poor posture, muscular weakness, or imbalances.
🔹 The relationship between them: The more accurate and consistent the measurements, the easier it is to detect deviations early and correct them. In contrast, the absence of regular measurement allows deviations to progress unnoticed until they reach stages that significantly affect function and appearance.
Conclusion
Measurement is the scientific foundation for diagnosing postural deviations and tracking improvement during rehabilitation or training programs. Without it, decisions remain based on guesswork rather than facts.
Dr. Mohamed El-Madbouli
Head of the Sports Medicine Measurement Unit