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Flashcards in Hip Extension Deck (7)
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1
Q

What is the purpose of this exercise?

A

To monitor for facilitation of paraspinals and weakness of glutes and/or hamstrings

2
Q

Instructions?

A

Patient lies prone and extends thigh and leg straight off table.

3
Q

Findings?

A

The paraspinals contract before the glutes and hamstrings - dysfunction

The glutes contract before the hamstrings - dysfunction

4
Q

Normal sequence or pattern of muscle contractions.

A

Ipsilateral hamstrings, ipsilateral glutes, contralateral paraspinals, ipsilateral paraspinals

5
Q

Facilitated muscle

A

Lumbar Paraspinals

6
Q

Inhibited muscles

A

Hamstrings and glutes

7
Q

Beginner exercise

A

Squats