Chapter 10 (assessing Flexibility)

Question 1

Define flexibility

Answer 1

• the rang of motion of a joint

Question 2

Dynamic stretching

Answer 2

• the ability to hold a stretch

Question 3

Active range of motion

Answer 3

• you extend to your end of range of motion

Question 4

Factors affecting g flexibility

Answer 4

• joint structure
• soft tissue tightness (joint capsule)
• body comp
• age
• sex
• physical activity status
• muscle temp

Question 5

What is ankylosis

Answer 5

• too little flexibility

Question 6

What is hypermobility

Answer 6

• too much flexibility

Question 7

Flexibility testing guidelines

Answer 7

• test battery
• warm up and static stretching before test
• three trials at least
• compare to norms
• identify areas in need of improvement

Question 8

Assessing dynamic flexibility

Answer 8

• measure resistance during muscle elongation

Question 9

Assessing static flexibility

Answer 9

• actively, passively, or active-assisted

Question 10

Direct measurement of ROM for static flexibility

Answer 10

• angular displacement between adjacent segments

Question 11

Indirect measurement of ROM for static flexibility

Answer 11

• linear measurement of distances between segments or form an external object

Question 12

Direct measuring devices

Answer 12

• goniometer (manual)
• electrogoniometer
• Leighton flexometer
• inclinometers/ inclinometer apps

Question 13

Sit and reach test is an indirect measure of what

Answer 13

• hamstring flexibility
• ACSM recommends the standard box

Question 14

Skin distraction test is an indirect measurement of what

Answer 14

• low back flexibility

Question 15

Back scratch test is an indirect measurement of what

Answer 15

• shoulder flexibility