Alterações posturais em praticantes de hidroginástica

Abstract

Poor habits of posture, whether in everyday life or at work, may be responsible for deviations found in much of the population. Postural assessment is an important tool used in the analysis of possible imbalances. Postural control in addition to improving balance, muscle strength and flexibility are some of the benefits of aquatic activities, especially the water aerobics. Thus, the aim of this study was to analyze the main postural deviations presented in the physical evaluation aerobics practitioners. The sample was composed of 14 volunteers with an average age of 52 (± 13.97) years practicing the sport of a gym in the city of Belo Horizonte. Depression of shoulders (66%), the lumbar concavity (80%) and anteversion hip (80%) were postural deviations greater prevalence in this population. The practice of physical exercises helps in strengthening the muscles, important for maintaining correct posture and is differentiated from other activities in terrestrial environment, because the physical properties of water facilitate movement and help in the recovery of dysfunction.