Table 3. Pairwise comparisons () between positions for thoracic and lumbar curves and pelvic tilt in elite cyclists.
Upper handlebar Middle handlebar Lower handlebar
Thoracic spine Standing * (.14) * (.14) * (.12)
Upper handlebar - NS (.00) NS (.02)
Middle handlebar - - NS (.01)
Lumbar spine Standing * (.95) * (.93) * (.98)
Upper handlebar - NS (.01) * (.05)
Middle handlebar - - * (.04)
Pelvic tilt Standing * (.33) * (.43) * (.64)
Upper handlebar - * (.11) * (.31)
Middle handlebar - - * (.18)
* p < 0.0125; NS: no significant.