Profession Benchmarked

Hairdresser / Barber

Standing profession: sustained shoulder elevation, cervical flexion strain, standing posture demand, wrist/forearm repetitive stress.

6
ROM Tests
4
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors

Key ROM Tests

1 Shoulder Flexion
2 Shoulder Internal Rotation
3 Cervical Flexion Extension
4 Cervical Lateral Flexion
5 Thoracic Extension
6 Ankle Dorsiflexion

Risk Factors Assessed

Shoulder Flexion
Cervical Flexion Extension
Thoracic Extension
Ankle Dorsiflexion

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do hairdresser / barbers need a biomechanical assessment?
Hairdresser / Barber work creates specific biomechanical demands that accumulate over time. The protocol assesses Shoulder Flexion, Shoulder Internal Rotation, Cervical Flexion Extension to identify occupational strain patterns before they become injuries.
What does the Hairdresser / Barber protocol address?
The protocol targets the 4 most common biomechanical issues in hairdresser / barber work, with 4 corrective priorities and occupation-specific exercises.
How do I get started with the Hairdresser / Barber protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Hairdresser / Barber 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
Profession
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
4
Benchmarked
Yes
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