Types of Resistance Exercises

Question 1

List the 3 types of resistance exercise?

Answer 1

ISOTONIC - concentric, eccentric
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ISOMETRIC - no change in length
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ISOKINETIC - controlled speed

Question 2

What is shortening of a muscle called?

Answer 2

CONCENTRIC EXERCISE

Question 3

What is lengthening of a muscle called?

Answer 3

ECCENTRIC EXERCISE

Question 4

We should help patients strengthen towards the ability to perform what?

Answer 4

ISOTONIC

Question 5

What is used in the initial stages of rehab, when mobilization is restricted or weakness is prevalent?

Answer 5

ISOMETRIC - no change in length

Question 6

What 2 things does isometric exercise help?

Answer 6

DECREASE PAIN and SPASM
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MAINTAIN NEUROMUSCULAR PATHWAYS

Question 7

List and briefly describe the 3 types of isometric exercise?

Answer 7

MUSCLE-SETTING - low intensity, low/no resistance
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STABALIZATION - focuses on trunk/posture (planks)
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MULTIPLE ANGLE - resistance applied in avail ROM

Question 8

List and briefly describe the 2 types of kinematic chain exercises?

Answer 8

OPEN KINEMATIC CHAIN EXERCISES
distal segment of limb moving freely - kicking, punching
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CLOSED KINEMATIC CHAIN EXERCISES
distal attachment fixed - squats, push-up, standing from seated