Standard values of the upper body posture in male adults.

Background: Interactions within the musculoskeletal system have been investigated and confirmed in numerous studies.

Objectives: Since there are no standard values for the posture of healthy persons, this study attempts to define reference values for the upper body posture in healthy men.

Material And Methods: A 3-dimensional back scan was performed to quantify the upper back posture while habitually standing.

Influence of dental occlusion on postural control and plantar pressure distribution.

Objective: The number of studies investigating correlations between the temporomandibular system and body posture, postural control or plantar pressure distribution is continuously increasing. If a connection can be found, it is often of minor influence or for only a single parameter. However, small subject groups are critical.