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University of Texas at Tyler

Health and Kinesiology Theses

2021

Parkinson's Disease

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A Pilot Study: The Effects Of Modified Tummy Time With Posterior Chain Strength Training On Sagittal Imbalances In Parkinson's Disease, Rhonda R. Boeckman Aug 2021

A Pilot Study: The Effects Of Modified Tummy Time With Posterior Chain Strength Training On Sagittal Imbalances In Parkinson's Disease, Rhonda R. Boeckman

Health and Kinesiology Theses

Pathophysiological mechanisms of postural changes leading to sagittal imbalances in PD remain unknown and problematic, contributing to falls through all stages of PD. Research is needed regarding tummy time across the lifespan as a countermeasure for sagittal imbalances and as an optimal position for gravity-resisted exercise interventions for the posterior chain.

The purpose of this pilot study was to explore the impact of modified tummy time (MTT) with posterior chain strength training (PCST) on sagittal imbalances, postural instability, strength, falls, and QOL in individuals with PD. Six individuals with PD were recruited and randomly assigned to a treatment group (N=3) …