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Overview

T-spine rotation assessment evaluates the range of motion and quality of movement in the thoracic spine during rotation. This assessment provides valuable information about thoracic spine mobility and function.

Instructions

Dimensions

Required inputs for processing:
  • None

Discrete Metrics

MetricUnitsDescriptionColumn Name
Direction-The direction of the twist [‘left’,‘right]t_spine_rotation_direction
Peak RotationdegreesMaximum rotation angle, relative to anklest_spine_rotation_peak_trunk_rotation
Functional-If both pelvis and trunk rotations > 45°t_spine_rotation_functional
Peak Pelvis RotationdegreesMaximum pelvis rotation angle, relative to anklest_spine_rotation_peak_pelvis_rotation
Peak Trunk-Pelvis SeparationdegreesDifference between trunk and pelvis rotation anglest_spine_rotation_peak_trunk_pelvis_separation

Notes

  • Sufficient rotation is defined as ≥ 45°