Exam 2 Flashcards
flexibility
the ability to move a specific joint through its full ROM
adaptable
increase with stretching, decreases with inactivity
static flexibility
able to hold an extended position
dynamic flexibility
ability to move through the joint’s full ROM with little resistance to movement
What determines flexibility
structure, elasticity and length, and nervous system regulation
joint structure
hinge has little movement compared to a ball and socket joint
joint capsule
provides strength and stability, limits ROM
cartilage
lines the bone surfaces
arthritis
occurs when break down happens
synovial fluid
fills the joint cavity to reduce friction and impact
muscle elasticity and length
soft tissue limits flexibility; stretching regularly will lengthen the tissue
what percent of muscle mass is connective tissue
30%
collagen
white fibers: structure and support
elastin
yellow fibers: elastic and flexible
elastic elongation
temporary lengthening
plastic elongation
long term change in length
nervous system regulation
-proprioceptors detect the amount of change and the speed of the change in length and cause a muscle contraction to resist the change
- a second signal is sent to the brain to the antagonist of the muscle, causing it to relax
eccentric exercise
combined with flexibility reduces the risk of injury
benefits to flexibility
- aids joint health
- prevents low back pain
- relieves aches and pains
- relieves muscle cramps
- improves body positioning
- posture and balance
- relaxing and reduces tension
- improves mobility after injury
how is flexibility tested
sit and reach test
flexibility program
goal is to attain normal flexibility in all major joints, should be balanced, perform stretches on a regular basis
frequency
2-3 days a week
intensity
stretch to the point of tension
time
hold 10-30 secs, 30-50 seconds in between