Sport

Martial Arts (Traditional)

Traditional martial arts (karate, taekwondo, kung fu) demanding hip flexibility for kicking, thoracic rotation for striking power, ankle stability for stance work, and breathing control for technique execution.

6
ROM Tests
3
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors

Key ROM Tests

1 Hip External Rotation
2 Hip Internal Rotation
3 Hip Abduction
4 Lower Trunk Rotation
5 Ankle Dorsiflexion
6 Diaphragmatic Assessment

Risk Factors Assessed

Hip External Rotation
Hip Abduction
Lower Trunk Rotation
Ankle Dorsiflexion

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Martial Arts (Traditional) biomechanical assessment include?
The Martial Arts (Traditional) protocol assesses Hip External Rotation, Hip Internal Rotation, Hip Abduction and 3 additional ROM tests specific to martial arts (traditional) demands. Each test measures against sport-specific benchmarks by competitive level.
Who needs a Martial Arts (Traditional) assessment?
Any martial arts (traditional) athlete or practitioner, from recreational to professional level. The assessment identifies mobility limitations that increase injury risk and restrict performance in martial arts (traditional)-specific movement patterns.
How long does the Martial Arts (Traditional) 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 Martial Arts (Traditional) protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Martial Arts (Traditional) 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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