CHAPTER 8 - FOUNDATIONAL MOVEMENT SEQUENCES

Question 1

Functional Training

Answer 1

• Approach to training in which the primary goal is improved daily function
• Stems from philosophy where physiotherapists attempt to return injured person to go about their daily life with no limitations

Question 2

Steps for Developing a Functional Program

Answer 2

1. Evaluate static and dynamic postural stability and plan to develop balance skills as needed
2. Understand righting and equilibrium reflexes and what they require to function properly
3. Identify when training should be open or closed chain movements
4. Evaluate biomotor abilities and adopt the training program to develop them as needed
5. Incorporate foundational movement sequences
6. Regress or progress basic movement sequences as appropriate

Question 3

Postural Stability and Balance

Answer 3

Ability to stabilize dynamically and statically using muscle strength and reflexes optimizes the efficiency of movement and reduces injury

Question 4

Static Postural Stability

Answer 4

Ex. Picking up an object from the floor:

Static postural stability is the process needed to keep the angle of the spine straight during the movement

Question 5

Dynamic Postural Stability

Answer 5

Ex. Picking up an object from the floor:
Dynamic postural stability is the process needed to maintain alignment of knees and hips to ensure optimal alignment, thus increasing efficiency and decreasing risk

Question 6

Effect of Static and Dynamic Stability

Answer 6

Simultaneous effects is maintaining centre of gravity of body over its base (running) or returning it there (recovering from jump)