Sagittal Plane Flexion/Extension Bias Screen
Setup
Client standing. Assessment combines standing observation with simple movement tests. Camera lateral view.
Cueing
Step 1: Ask 'Where is your center of gravity -- do you feel more weight on your toes or heels?' Step 2: Test posterior expansion access: have client flex forward from standing (toe touch or jefferson curl). Step 3: Test anterior expansion access: have client extend backward (standing back bend). Step 4: Compare ease and range. Classify into three camps: (A) Full flexion, limited extension; (B) Full extension, limited flexion; (C) Limited in both.
Measurement
Pattern select: full-flexion-limited-extension / full-extension-limited-flexion / limited-both / balanced. This drives intervention selection: limited extension -> start prone breathing, progress active, then end-range; limited flexion -> start hook-lying, progress toe touch, then loaded jefferson curl.
Modality
FAQ
What muscles does Sagittal Plane Flexion/Extension Bias Screen work?
Sagittal Plane Flexion/Extension Bias Screen primarily targets the Full Body. It is classified as a professional-level assessment test.
How do you perform Sagittal Plane Flexion/Extension Bias Screen correctly?
Client standing. Assessment combines standing observation with simple movement tests. Camera lateral view. Step 1: Ask 'Where is your center of gravity -- do you feel more weight on your toes or heels?' Step 2: Test posterior expansion access: have client flex forward from standing (toe touch or jefferson curl). Step 3: Test anterior expansion access: have client extend backward (standing back bend). Step 4: Compare ease and range. Classify into three camps: (A) Full flexion, limited extension; (B) Full extension, limited flexion; (C) Limited in both.
What equipment is needed for Sagittal Plane Flexion/Extension Bias Screen?
Sagittal Plane Flexion/Extension Bias Screen requires Assessment Kit. It is categorized as a Movement Screen assessment test.
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