Postural disorders and osteo-ligamentous, joint, muscular, and neural pathologies

Postural disorders

The causes of posture problems are as numerous as the consequences, and it would be impossible to list them all, but here is a list of posture problems frequently encountered in the clinic.

Causes of posture problems

Dysfunctions of a posture input

A disorder affecting one or more of the inputs that stabilize posture can have a direct impact on pain. These inputs are:

  • The foot
  • The eye: convergence defect, optical centering defect, unsuitable glasses or contact lenses, etc.
  • The mouth (masticatory system): bruxism (teeth grinding), temporomandibular joint dysfunction (joint between the jaw and the base of the skull), malocclusion, dental or orthodontic treatment that is difficult for the patient to tolerate, etc.
  • The inner ear/vestibule

Skeletal asymmetries described above

Similarly, pathologies can arise from skeletal asymmetries such as:

  • Static foot disorders
  • Genu Valgum/Varum
  • ILMI (unequal length of the lower limbs)
  • Scoliosis…

Environmental etiology

Our hygiene and lifestyle also play a role, so pain can appear in relation to the environment in which we live:

  • Sensitivity or mental fatigue (which has an impact on the onset and intensity of pain)
  • Technopathies (unsuitable equipment)
  • Changes in posture correction (worn insoles, progressive lenses, etc.)

Consequences of postural disorders

When asymmetries and postural imbalances begin to appear, discomfort arises in everyday life, which can develop into chronic pain, such as:

Osteo-ligamentous and joint pathologies

  • Ligament instability
  • Repeated sprains
  • Balance disorders
  • Tendinitis
  • Joint pain (foot, knee, pelvis, shoulder, etc.)
  • Back pain (rachialgia): low back pain, upper back pain, neck pain, sciatica, and cruralgia

Muscular disorders

  • Muscle cramps and tension
  • Muscle strains and tears
  • Enthesopathies (inflammation in the area where muscles attach to bones)

Neuralgic disorders (related to the nerves)

  • Morton’s neuroma
  • Pudendal syndrome
  • Thoracic outlet syndrome
  • Other symptoms
  • Migraines, headaches, dizziness, etc.
  • Digestive disorders and abdominal pain

This is where postural analysis comes in. Once the dysfunctional sensor has been identified, it must be treated.

Depending on the clinical case and the necessary adjustments, solutions will be proposed to the patient.

Then, as the receptors readjust to each other through various treatments, the body will rebalance itself into the correct position.

Therefore, when some of these symptoms appear, it may be wise to undergo an assessment to diagnose and relieve chronic functional pain.

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