SynthesisBMC musculoskeletal disorders2011
The quality of evidence of psychometric properties of three-dimensional spinal posture-measuring instruments.
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- The association between pelvic asymmetry and non-specific chronic low back pain as assessed by the global postural system.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2020Article
- Geometric Model for the Postural Characterization in the Sagital Plane of Lumbar Raquis.Journal of medical systems · 2019Article
- Development and clinical application of Vertebral Metrics: using a stereo vision system to assess the spine.Medical & biological engineering & computing · 2018Article
- Reported influences of backpack loads on postural deviation among school children: A systematic review.Journal of education and health promotion · 2017Article
- Reliability of photographic posture analysis of adolescents.Journal of physical therapy science · 2015Article
- Development of a cost effective three-dimensional posture analysis tool: validity and reliability.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2013Article
- Surgeon's Neck Posture during Spine Surgeries: "The Unrecognised Potential Occupational Hazard".Indian journal of orthopaedicsArticle
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Abstract
backgroundPsychometric properties include validity, reliability and sensitivity to change. Establishing the psychometric properties of an instrument which measures three-dimensional human posture are essential prior to applying it in clinical practice or research.
methodsThis paper reports the findings of a systematic literature review which aimed to 1) identify non-invasive three-dimensional (3D) human posture-measuring instruments; and 2) assess the quality of reporting of the methodological procedures undertaken to establish their psychometric properties, using a purpose-build critical appraisal tool.
resultsSeventeen instruments were identified, of which nine were supported by research into psychometric properties. Eleven and six papers respectively, reported on validity and reliability testing. Rater qualification and reference standards were generally poorly addressed, and there was variable quality reporting of rater blinding and statistical analysis.
conclusionsThere is a lack of current research to establish the psychometric properties of non-invasive 3D human posture-measuring instruments.
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