Sport

Cheerleading

Acrobatic team sport demanding overhead shoulder stability for stunts and bases, hip flexibility for splits and jumps, ankle stability for tumbling landings, and thoracic extension for back handsprings.

6
ROM Tests
3
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors

Key ROM Tests

1 Shoulder Flexion
2 Hip External Rotation
3 Hip Internal Rotation
4 Ankle Dorsiflexion
5 Thoracic Extension
6 Single Leg Balance

Risk Factors Assessed

Shoulder Flexion
Hip External Rotation
Ankle Dorsiflexion
Thoracic Extension

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Cheerleading biomechanical assessment include?
The Cheerleading protocol assesses Shoulder Flexion, Hip External Rotation, Hip Internal Rotation and 3 additional ROM tests specific to cheerleading demands. Each test measures against sport-specific benchmarks by competitive level.
Who needs a Cheerleading assessment?
Any cheerleading athlete or practitioner, from recreational to professional level. The assessment identifies mobility limitations that increase injury risk and restrict performance in cheerleading-specific movement patterns.
How long does the Cheerleading protocol take?
The assessment takes 30-45 minutes. It covers 6 key ROM tests, identifies risk factors, and generates a prioritized corrective plan with 3 intervention targets.
How do I get started with the Cheerleading protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Cheerleading protocol as part of your initial structural evaluation, then build a personalized corrective plan based on the findings.

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Your coach runs this protocol as part of your structural evaluation, then builds a personalized corrective plan based on the data.

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Protocol Details

Category
Sport
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
3
Benchmarked
Screening-based
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