Global Postural Assessment

Service Description

The Global Postural Assessment is a comprehensive, scientific evaluation of your body alignment and posture, designed to detect imbalances, asymmetries, and musculoskeletal abnormalities that may contribute to pain, stiffness, or movement dysfunction. By assessing the body from front (anterior), back (posterior), and side (lateral) views, this assessment provides valuable insights into how your body moves and supports itself in both static and dynamic positions. During the assessment, a trained physiotherapist or posture specialist observes and measures key anatomical landmarks—such as the head, shoulders, spine, pelvis, hips, knees, and feet—to identify postural deviations like head tilt, shoulder height difference, spinal curvature (scoliosis), pelvic tilt, or foot pronation/supination. This analysis helps uncover hidden causes of discomfort, pain, or poor performance that often go unnoticed in everyday life. The Global Postural Assessment examines: Head & Neck: Detects head tilt, forward head posture, or rotation misalignment. Shoulders: Evaluates uneven height, rounding, or slouching. Spine: Identifies excessive or reduced curves (lordosis, kyphosis, scoliosis). Pelvis & Hips: Checks for tilt, rotation, or imbalance. Knees & Feet: Looks for valgus (knock knees), varus (bow legs), or flat feet issues. After the evaluation, your therapist develops a personalized corrective plan that may include postural re-education, stretching and strengthening exercises, and physiotherapy interventions to restore balance, flexibility, and optimal movement patterns. Benefits of Global Postural Assessment: Identifies root causes of pain and discomfort Prevents future musculoskeletal injuries Improves posture, balance, and flexibility Enhances athletic and daily performance Supports rehabilitation and recovery programs This assessment is commonly used in physiotherapy, orthopedics, and sports medicine for individuals with back pain, neck stiffness, or posture-related issues. It’s also ideal for office workers, athletes, and anyone seeking improved physical alignment and movement efficiency. Rediscover comfort, confidence, and control over your body with a Global Postural Assessment—because good posture is the foundation of lifelong wellness.