The knee-high sitting exercise is a simple yet effective exercise that focuses on strengthening the muscles of your lower body, particularly the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes. Muscle performance The high-sitting knee exercise primarily targets the Quadriceps, core, glutes, and hip flexors. The core muscles are engaged throughout the exercise to maintain proper posture and stability….
Introduction Calf raising exercise is a strength training exercise that primarily targets the calf muscles, specifically the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles. It involves lifting the heel off the ground while keeping the toes on the ground, or using a calf raise machine or resistance bands to add weight or resistance. To perform a basic standing…
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Manual muscle testing of the neck involves assessing the strength and function of the muscles that control movements of the neck. It is commonly performed by healthcare professionals, such as physical therapists or chiropractors, to evaluate muscle imbalances, weakness, or injuries in the neck region. Capital extension Testing muscles Patient’s position For grades 4 and…
Manual muscle testing of the trunk is a process used to evaluate the strength and function of the muscles that stabilize and move the trunk or core region of the body. It involves the application of resistance against specific movements to assess the strength and integrity of these muscles. Trunk flexion Testing muscles Patient’s position…
Manual muscle testing (MMT) of the ankle is a physical examination technique used to assess the strength and function of the muscles around the ankle joint. It is commonly performed by healthcare professionals, such as physical therapists or physicians, to evaluate muscle weakness, monitor progress in rehabilitation, or diagnose certain conditions affecting the ankle. Ankle…
Manual muscle testing of the knee is a procedure used to assess the strength and function of specific muscles around the knee joint. It involves applying resistance against the movement of a muscle group to determine its strength. Here’s a general guide on how to perform manual muscle testing for the major muscle groups around…
Manual muscle testing of the hip involves assessing the strength and function of specific muscles around the hip joint. It is commonly used by healthcare professionals such as physical therapists, orthopedic specialists, or sports medicine practitioners to evaluate muscle imbalances, weakness, or injuries in the hip region. Hip flexion Testing muscles Patient’s position To assess…
Manual muscle testing of the wrist is a technique used to assess the strength and function of the muscles surrounding the wrist joint. It involves applying resistance to specific movements of the wrist while the individual being tested tries to maintain or overcome that resistance. This assessment can help evaluate muscle strength, identify weaknesses or…
