A proposed chronology of events for forward head posture.

Abstract

AbstractThe purpose of this article is to attempt to organize some of the many ramifications of the position referred to as forward head posture (FHP). It will present a proposed chronology of events and attempt to explain why patients with masticatory disorders may also demonstrate other symptoms in anatomical locations that are not directly connected with the masticatory mechanism. Abnormal posture affects muscle length/tension relationships and joint biomechanics, and this may cause pain. Many of the observations made in this article are derived from clinical settings, while other observations are ones that have been documented throughout medical and dental literature.