Chapter 12: Posture, Movement & Performance Assessments

Question 1

Movement Impairments

Answer 1

Movements that show muscle imbalances or limited mobility.

Question 2

Muscle Imbalance

Answer 2

Muscles on each side of a joint have altered length-tension relationships.

Question 3

Overhead Squat Assessment (OHSA)

Answer 3

Check dynamic posture, core stability, and neuromuscular control of the body.

Question 4

Single-Leg Squat Assessment

Answer 4

Check dynamic posture, lower-body strength, balance, and overall coordination in a single-limb stance.

Question 5

Pushing/Pulling Assessment

Answer 5

Test upper-body strength and trunk to check movement errors and potential muscle imbalances.

Question 6

Push-up Test

Answer 6

Measures muscular endurance of the upper-body.

Question 7

Vertical Jump Assessment

Answer 7

Test maximal jump height and lower-body power.

Question 8

Long Jump Assessment

Answer 8

Test maximal jump distance and lower-body power.

Question 9

40-Yard Dash Assessment

Answer 9

Test reaction, acceleration, and maximal speed.

Question 10

Lower Extremity Functional Test (LEFT)

Answer 10

Test lateral speed and agility.

Question 11

Pro Shuttle (5-10-5) Assessment

Answer 11

Test lateral acceleration, deceleration, agility, and control.