Corrective Exercise Flashcards
An evaluation should identify as many problems as possible; a corrective exercise program should then be created that prioritizes the issues.
What is a corrective exercise program?
activities aimed at restoring or enhancing joint function via improvements in the neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems
Exercise professionals first address obstacles that limit health improvements and increase the risk for injury (baseline to support enhancement) before aggressively pursuing fitness improvements
Why corrective exercise should be a priority for those with known issues:
Biomechanical issues negatively affect proper posture, movement, and exercise
Mechanical deficiencies promote faulty movement patterns and activation problems which often lead to injury
Ongoing postural changes affect form and force closure of joints reducing stability
Dysfunction presents obstacles to health and performance-oriented behaviors due to pain and discomfort
Biomechanical limitations can cause physical discomfort and pain
Biomechanical dysfunction can predispose one to injury and provide major setbacks to fitness goals
