One Rep max (1RM) Flashcards
What is the purpose of the technique i.e. what are you measuring and why?
When there is a mismatch between how much we use the muscle and what it is designed for = weakness.
Individuals may have and inability to produce
sufficient force. The impact of this on the
individual is that they may complain that they
cannot undertake activities and we can use said activities to give insight.
Assess to gain a baseline or progression
How do you know whether the measurement is normal?
Compare to normative data
What principles are used in carrying out (application) the technique?
1) Patient comfortable, explain procedure, informed consent
2) Warm up using movement to be tested - teach exercise and form (10 reps), 1 Min rest
3) Add 4-9kg (UL) / 14-18kg (LL), 3-5 reps, 2 mins rest
4) Add 4-9kg (UL) / 14-18kg (LL), 2-3 reps, 2-4 mins rest
5) Add 4-9kg (UL) / 14-18kg (LL), 1 reps, 2-4 mins rest
6) If successful continue adding weight incrementllly, if not, reduce weight by 2-4kg (UL) / 7-9kg (LL)
7) Continue until patient able to complete one rep with proper form - highest weight possible
8) ideally measure withing 5 tesiting sets
What structures/processes are being assessed?
Muscular strength
Precautions / contraindications
Unstable coronary heart disease
Uncompensated heart failure
Severe pulmonary hypertension
Uncontrolled arrhythmias
Uncontrolled hypertension (>180/110mmHg)
Marfan’s syndrome
Severe symptomatic aortic stenosis
Aortic dissection
Acute myocarditis, pericarditis or endocarditis Acute muscle
injury
Acute fracture
Major risk factors for coronary heart disease
Diabetes
Hypertension above 160/100mmHg
Musculoskeletal problems
Pacemakers
Retinopathy
Peripheral neuropathy
Are there any injuries in this area I should be aware of like a fracture?
Do you have any heart or lung (cardiovascular) conditions such as hypertension?
Are you feeling well in yourself?
How would this be documented?
Date, Time, Patient name
Explanation of procedure & gaining informed consent
Record exercise type and max weight achieved
Check for adverse affects
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