Types Of Muscle Testing

Question 1

What characteristics are needed for a muscle to be coordinated/efficient/purposeful

Answer 1

Strengthed
Ready to move or toned
Optimal length

Question 2

Definition of strenght

Answer 2

Maximum tension muscle can generate.

Question 3

Definition of power

Answer 3

Force x speed

Question 4

Definition of endurance

Answer 4

Continuous Reps

Question 5

Definition of tone

Answer 5

Readiness for muscle to contract

Question 6

What is outcome measure

Answer 6

Assisting a patient’s current status

Question 7

What is a functional outcome measure and what do these measure provide us with

Answer 7

Assessing the patient functioning and current status

Provide score
Interpret results
Risk categorisation of pt
Monitor

Question 8

What are the five steps in functional outcome measures

Answer 8

1 .Movement analysis
2Developmental measures
3Balance measures
4Quality of life measures
5Other

Question 9

Six types of strength testing

Answer 9

Manual and dynamometry
Mobility tests
Tone testing
Energy expenditure
Field performance test
Nerve conduction test

Question 10

Four types of dynamometry

Answer 10

Hand
Hand-held
Cable tensiometry
Isokinetic