Flexibility Lab Report

The first new goal that I would like to set is to further improve my flexibility. In high school, I was able to do splits and other feats of flexibility, but, as time has moved on, I’ve lost this ability through lack of practice. In light of this realization, I like to continue to push myself, within reasonable means, of course, to increase

Six standing trials include 1) single dominant leg stance on a firm surface (SDFS), 2) single non-dominant leg stance on a firm surface (SNDFS), 3) double leg stance on a firm surface (DFS), 4) single dominant leg stance on a wobble board (SDWB), 5) single non-dominant leg stance on a wobble board (SNDWB), and 6) double leg stance on a wobble board (DWB). The order of the standing trials will be randomized. A two minute testing period will be recorded for each standing condition. During testing, participants will be instructed to position barefoot with the hands akimbo for as still as possible for both a firm surface and a wobble board conditions. During all one leg stance trials, participants will be instructed to flex the knee of the contralateral

This website was developed by James Griffing, he has a master’s in Kinesiology and a bachelors in exercise science. With contributions from many professionals such as, Eric Serrano, Lon Kilgore, Brent Rushall, Bryan Helwig, Joel Seedman, Joshua Seedman, Eladio Valdez III, and Marv Fremerman.

The article “Muscular contributions to hip and knee extension during the single limb stance phase of normal gait: a Theoretical Framework for Crouch Gait” by Allison Arnold, Frank Anderson, Marcus Pandy, and Scott Delp investigates the biomechanics of normal gait in hopes to uncover ideas to help determine treatments for crouch gait. Crouch gait is a bothersome abnormality that affects the gait pattern of people who suffer from the condition of cerebral palsy. It’s characterized by excessive flexion of the hips and knees during standing and excessive use of metabolic energy to complete a single gait cycle. Currently, the treatments for this condition are limited and have unpredictable outcomes due to the unknown biomechanical causes of the excessive flexion in crouch gait. These treatments include surgical lengthening of hamstrings, ankle-foot orthoses, and intense stretching regimens, with patients experiencing results ranging from no improvement in their symptoms to dramatic improvements. The vast array of results from treatments are due to the little understanding medical professionals have of not only abnormal gait patterns (such as crouch gait) but of normal gait as well (Arnold, Anderson, Pandy, and Delp, 2005). Despite the article’s title relating to crouch gait, the purpose of the study conducted was to examine and quantify the accelerations of normal hip and knee movements that were induced by specific muscles during the single limb stance phase and to rank these

The Modified Thomas is common test that used to assess hip extensibility and determine the existence of hip flexion contracture. Various athletic activities can be significantly affected by the lacking of hip extension and the tightness in the hip flexor muscles. A deficient in hip extension can lead to altering the gait pattern (overstriding gait ) and raised the impact forces during running and then elevates the risk of tibial stress fracture. In the original Thomas test, the participant lies on his back upon an examination table; the participant flexes and hold one knee at the chest. The other leg should remain relaxed upon the tabletop. The positive test will be documented if a gap between this leg

A safe and comprehensive flexibility training program could not only improve your performance in the gym and day-to-day activities, but it can also decrease your risk of muscle imbalance injury caused by muscle atrophy.

The results following surgery included nine of the participant’s range of motion was greater than 90 degrees at six weeks after the operation. Three patients out of the remaining five got back 90 degrees of flexion after surgery after nine weeks. When they did the final tests all of the patients had about 122 degrees of flexion and full extension. The surgery went well and there were no complications for all participants.

The sit and reach test is a measure of flexibility, of the lower back and hamstring muscles.First, I removed my shoes, I placed a regular sized box in front of me making sure that my left foot was placed right in the edge of the box. My brother placed a yardstick taped on top of the box making sure that the first nine inches are away from the box and facing me. I bend my right knee and keep my left knee straight. I placed one hand on top of the other in front of me with my palms facing down. I reached forward as far as I could go making sure that my back and neck was straight and my head up. I repeated this stretch three more times holding my last reach for three seconds while my brother records how far I went. I repeated this same stretch

A highly reliable measurement of ROM would yield consistent measurement results when successive measurements are taken on the same subject under the same conditions. When the goniometric or inclinometry measurement is valid, an examiner can confidently use the results of a highly reliable measurement to determine the mobility and flexibility of a joint or even diagnose a change in dysfunction due to the minimal measurement error. Only by obtaining a reliable and consistent measurement of elbow range of motion can the presence of joint ROM limitation be diagnosed, patients’ improvements toward rehabilitation be evaluated, and the usefulness of therapeutic interventions be assessed. Based on the subject’s performance in range of motion assessments, appropriate range of motion exercises could then be assigned to patients who have a limited elbow extension range. It is important for joint flexibility to be improved or maintained because motions such as elbow extension is essential for transfers, propped sitting, reaching for objects and

My goal is to become as flexible as possible in order to perform multiple stretches to increase by ability to perform activities with no difficulty and thus decrease any risk of injury. I tend to pursue this goal within the time frame from the end of September until the end of January. Such activities that will allow my flexibility level to grow include bicep stretch, hip flexor/quad stretch, foldover stretch, butterfly stretch, reclining pigeon, swan stretch, twisted arm stretch, standing thigh release, calf stretch, and standing tricep stretch. I will perform each of these stretches within 30 seconds to 1 minute each, every 4-5 days per week.

The group consisted of 117 female and 73 male students, with an average age of 20.22 years old. All students registered in Kinesiology 2276 were expected to complete a 10 minute online survey to receive a grade. Participants who were not registered in 2276 were not included in the study. No data was excluded from the results. The data was collected and compiled by graduate students and results were discussed during a lecture.

In a study performed on 60 healthy university students with no musculoskeletal conditions, Hyong and Kang2 found that passive hamstring stretching had a statistically significant increase in the participant cervical flexion and extension range of motion (ROM). The participants had measurements taken

The biomechanical model is used with problems related to musculoskeletal capacities that underlie functional motion in occupational performance (Kiehlhefner 66). The Biomechanical model also assesses deficit in ROM, strength and/or endurance regardless of the cause. Biomechanical looks into a client's physical capacity such as their; movement, muscle strength and endurance which can be assessed within the information gathering section within the OT process (McMillan, 2006). The Occupational Therapist thru clinical observations will identify limitations to client’s range of motion (ROM), muscle strength, and endurance. Further assessment may be needed if observation identifies any limitations. In case of muscle strength, Manual Muscle testing

Being able to do activities and with no effort is called flexibility. Flexibility is the ability of joints to move through a full range of motion. When it comes to flexibility there are two types static and dynamic. Static flexibility is passive and is a measure of the limits of a joint’s overall range of motion. An active time of flexibility is called dynamic meaning a measure of overall joint stiffness during movement. Flexibility has its perks as it helps with mobility, posture, and balance. By helping with these you will be able to perform daily activities

Bones, muscles, motor function, and joint flexibility significantly decrease as the body advances in age. The losses in the musculoskeletal system that result from the aging process, also affects a reduction in ROM, mobility, and accelerates the rate of functional decline (Holland et al., 2002). The implications of these various age-related declines, infringes on the ability to complete activities of daily living, and lowers an older adult’s quality of life (Holland et al., 2002). A primary concern with flexibility reductions in older adults is associated with physical inactivity, restricted ROM, and the inability to live independently. However, one of the major issues connected with loss of flexibility in older adults is the risk of becoming