Why Is Core Strength Important?
Core strength has long been associated as an important capacity for athletes and the general population to improve performance, improve posture and potentially reduce the risk of injuries.
Having a strong core has been implicated in improving the stability of...
Why The Single-Leg Squat Test Is Important
The single-leg squat (also known as a single leg sit to stand test) is a test used to assess dynamic hip control and lower limb function and has practical relevance to any sport involving landing, cutting, or running (Stickler, Finley, & Gulgin,...
Why Is Calf Strength Important?
The calves play a significant role in daily life, as well as in many sporting endeavours including running where the Gastroc and Soleus complex are found to be the primary propulsors for forward movement (Hamner et al 2010) and research has shown that these muscles...
Why Is Hamstring Strength Important?
The hamstrings are a group of muscles comprising the biceps femoris (long and short heads), semitendinosus, and semimembranosus. Together, these assist in various combinations to extend the hip, and flex and rotate the knee.
They are also especially important...
Why Use Leg Extension Strength Testing?
Assessing the muscular strength of the lower limbs generally involves compound movements which is an excellent method to determine global lower limb strength.
However, it is often important to more finely identify deficits in individual muscle groups for...
Why Perform Strength Testing?
Muscle strength is the foundation of human movement and of vital importance regardless of age or activity level. Assessing muscle strength has often been part of any health and fitness professionals assessment process, whether to identify deficiencies or imbalances...
What Is The Upper Quarter Y-Balance Test (UQYBT)?
The Upper Quarter Y Balance Test (UQYBT) was developed as a clinical test for upper extremity function. It involves the patient setting themselves in the push-up position using a tool like The MAT or the Mega MAT and reaching as far as they...
What Is The Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Test (CKCUET)?
The Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Test (CKCUET) is a simple, easy-to-implement, test to measure your patient or client's strength, power, endurance, and stability of the upper extremities. It can be used in the...
What Is The Limb Symmetry Index (LSI)?
The Limb Symmetry Index (LSI) is a ratio of performance between limbs that is frequently used to assess the function of the lower limb and track the progression of rehabilitation post-Anterior Cruciate Ligament reconstruction.
The Limb Symmetry Index...
Unlock your athlete’s potential by assessing their ankle!
If you are trapped into only assessing that knee or hip that your patient is complaining about then we want to give you 3 reasons why you should be getting those shoes off and perform the Weight-Bearing Lunge Test (WBLT).
Often, the...
What Is The Weight Bearing Lunge Test (WBLT)?
The Weight-Bearing Lunge Test (WBLT) is a quick and convenient test used to “determine dorsiflexion ROM” (Hall. E and Docherty. C, 2017) in a weight-bearing position (closed Kinetic chain).
Why Use The Weight Bearing Lunge Test (WBLT)?
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What Is The Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT)?
The SEBT is a multiplane dynamic test designed to assess the ability of the patient or client to control the strength, mobility and balance of many joints and muscles of the lower limb across a range of different directions.
The SEBT has been used...
