Investigation of The Effect of Thoracic Kyphosis Degree on Physical Activity Level and Respiratory Function Tests

Purpose: Long sitting time and physical inactivity due to technological advancements may lead to an increase in thoracic kyphosis. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of thoracic kyphosis degree on physical activity and respiratory function tests in healthy subjects.Methods: A total of 54 healthy individuals 35 female, 19 male, mean age: 21.37±1.63 years were included in the study. Thoracic kyphosis degree was measured by inclinometer. Respiratory volumes were evaluated using a respiratory function test device. Physical activity level was assessed by International Physical Activity Questionnaire IPAQ .Results: It was found negative correlations between thoracic kyphosis degree and maximum voluntary ventilation r=-0.278, p

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Thoracic kyphosis respiration, physical activity,

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