Muskuloskeletal Tests Purpose Flashcards
1
Q
Grip Strength
A
Isometric Strength
Indicator for total body strength
Protect from old age disability
2
Q
Push Ups
A
Muscular endurance
important in performance of everyday tasks
3
Q
Sit and Reach
A
Hamstring and lower back flexibility; general flexibility
4
Q
Forearm Plank Protocol
A
Muscular Endurance
5
Q
One-Leg Stance
A
Assesses balance, leg strength and integration of visual signals
6
Q
Y-Balance test
A
Dynamic Balance
7
Q
Vertical Jump
A
peak leg power
