The Relationship Between Thoracic Kyphosis Angle And Respiratory Function Parameters in University Students

Authors : Halit Çelik, Yunus Emre Kaban, Oğuzhan Bahadır Demir, Feride Taşkın Yılmaz

Pages : 285-290

Doi:10.16899/jcm.1776303

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Publication Date : 2025-11-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Aims: Postural disorders are common health problems in the young population. This study aims to examine the relationship between thoracic kyphosis angle and respiratory function parameters in university students. Methods: The research was conducted with 200 students enrolled in the Faculty of Health Sciences at a university between October 2024 and March 2025. The thoracic kyphosis angle was measured using the Flexicurve method, while respiratory functions were assessed via spirometry. Results: The mean thoracic kyphosis angle of the participants was found to be 21.81±5.11°, and hypokyphosis was identified in 40% of them. A significant relationship was found between body mass index (BMI) and thoracic kyphosis angle, with lower kyphosis angles observed in underweight students (p 0.05). No statistically significant relationship was observed between thoracic kyphosis angle and respiratory function parameters (p>0.05). Additionally, no difference was found in respiratory functions between students with hypokyphosis and those with normal kyphotic curvature (p>0.05). Conclusions: These findings suggest that variations in thoracic kyphosis angle do not significantly affect respiratory capacity in young and healthy individuals. The study highlights the importance of regular posture assessments, ergonomics education, and exercise programs.
Keywords : Torakal kifoz, solunum parametreleri, öğrenci

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