Corrective Exercise Techniques Flashcards
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Which muscle is commonly underactive in a client with excessive forward lean of the trunk during a squat?
Answer: Gluteus maximus
Forward lean is associated with an underactive gluteus maximus, erector spinae and anterior tibialis.
A client with upper crossed syndrome would most benefit from activation of which muscle group?
Answer: Deep cervical flexors
Deep cervical flexors are typically underactive with forward head posture and need activation such as chin tucks.
During a pushing assessment, a client's shoulders elevate. Which muscle is most likely overactive?
Answer: Upper trapezius
Shoulder elevation reflects an overactive upper trapezius and levator scapulae with underactive mid/lower traps.
What is the recommended rep range for integrated dynamic movements in the integration phase?
Answer: 10-15 reps
Integrated dynamic movements are typically performed for 10-15 reps with controlled tempo.
Why is self-myofascial release performed before static stretching in the corrective continuum?
Answer: It reduces tension in overactive tissue so it can be lengthened more effectively
SMR decreases neural drive and tissue tension, preparing overactive muscles to be lengthened.
Which exercise would best inhibit an overactive TFL in a client with knee valgus?
Answer: Foam rolling the lateral hip just below the iliac crest
Applying SMR to the TFL near the anterolateral hip reduces overactivity contributing to knee valgus.
A client's head juts forward during a pulling assessment. Which muscle should be lengthened?
Answer: Sternocleidomastoid
The sternocleidomastoid is typically overactive with forward head posture and should be inhibited and lengthened.