Index to Chiropractic Literature
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ID 28684
  Title Comparison of knee flexion angles for maintaining dynamic balance on negative slopes: A guide for improving postural stability in mountain climbing and downhill walking
URL https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41217318/
Journal J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2025 Jul-Dec;48(6-9):656-661
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Objective: The purpose of this study was to compare the dynamic balance at different knee flexion angles (maximal knee flexion angles of 30° and 45°) on a 20% negative slope.

Methods: In an observational cross-sectional study, 19 healthy male participants performed a modified Star Excursion Balance Test on a 20% negative slope, whereas the left standing knee was restricted by a knee brace in a maximum of 30° or 45° flexion.

Results: The balance scores were significantly better in 45° knee flexion compared with 30° flexion in the composite reach and also in the percentage of reach in any of the test directions.

Conclusion: On a 20% negative slope, 45° knee flexion resulted in better dynamic balance than 30° knee flexion.

Author keywords: Accident prevention; Knee; Mountaineering; Postural balance; Walking

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