Flexibility Assessment

Question 1

Gastrocnemius

Answer 1

Dorsiflexion + knee extension

Question 2

Iliopsoas

Answer 2

Hip extension

Question 3

Tensor fascia latae (TFL)

Answer 3

Hip extension + adduction + external rotation

Question 4

Gracilis

Answer 4

Hip abduction + knee extension

Question 5

Piriformis

Answer 5

Hip internal rotation + adduction

Question 6

What are the contraindications + precautions in flexibility assessment?

Answer 6

See ROM

Question 7

What is the difference between flexibility and ROM

Answer 7

Muscles being assessed are lengthened across all joints. PROM + OP at EOR.

Question 8

What are some E/F possible?

Answer 8

Elastic (range is normal) vs early elastic (range is decreased)