Effect of spinal orthoses and postural taping on balance gait and quality of life in older people with thoracic hyperkyphosis: protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis

摘要

IntroductionThoracic hyperkyphosis is one of the most common spinal disorders in older people, creating impairment, postural instability, gait disorders and a reduced quality of life. The use of spinal orthoses and/or postural taping may be feasible conservative interventions, but their efficacy is uncertain. The aim of this review is therefore to investigate the effectiveness of spinal orthoses and taping on the balance and gait of older people with hyperkyphosis.