Chiropractor Fanwood Explains How Improving Thoracic Posture Improves Lung Function

Improving Thoracic Posture Improves Lung Function

This case study involved the non-surgical treatment of a 33-year-old male patient with straight back syndrome (lack of normal curve of the spine) using spinal traction and postural correction.

After 16 weeks, the patient experienced a ten-degree improvement in thoracic spine curvature, a reduction in back pain, improved breathing, and a greater than two liter increase in lung capacity.

The authors note this case study illustrates that non-surgical improvement of thoracic curvature is possible and can positively influence lung capacity, health, and function.

For more information please visit the Journal of Physical Therapy Science, November 2017.

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