What is flexibility?

Ability to move a joint through its full range of motion (ROM); Facilitates movement and “may” decrease incidence of injury; Depends on distensibility of the joint capsule, temperature, muscle viscosity, and tightness of ligaments/tendons surrounding joint; Specific to a given joint.

What are measurements of flexibility?

Direct: goniometers to assess ROM in degrees; Indirect: Field/Lab tests assessment of certain joints; Sit-and-reach; Modified back-saver sit-and-reach; Shoulder rotation; Total body rotation.

Which flexibility measure is preferred?

Direct measures using a goniometer are preferred.

What joints are commonly assessed with a goniometer?

Hip extension/flexion; Knee extension/flexion; Ankle plantar/dorsiflexion; Shoulder flexion; Elbow extension/flexion.

What is balance?

Enhanced balance; Maximizes performance; Improves quality of life (QOL); Prevents injury; Decreased falling risk; Enhances recovery from injury.

What are balance assessments?

Static: ability to maintain upright posture while standing still; Dynamic: ability to maintain stability while moving; Direct measures: uses computerized force plates; Indirect measures: Field tests; Y-balance test (static); Balance error scoring system (BESS) (static); Timed-up-and-go (TUG) (dynamic).

What is the Balance Error Scoring System (BESS)?

Balance Error Scoring System (BESS).

What is the Y Balance Test?

Y Balance Test.

What is the Timed Up and Go (TUG)?

Timed Up and Go (TUG).