Sitting Forward Bend Test

The sitting position flexion test is to test the range of activity that the human body can achieve in the static state of the body, waist, hip and other joints, mainly reflecting the development of the joints, ligaments and muscles of these parts, the elasticity and the flexibility of the human body. The range of motion that can be achieved by joints such as the trunk, waist, and hip is too small, and the expansion and elasticity of joints, ligaments, and muscles, and the level of development of the body's flexible body are underneath. Basic Information Specialist classification: growth and development check classification: physical examination Applicable gender: whether men and women apply fasting: not fasting Tips: Before the test, the subjects should be prepared on the ground to prevent strain. Normal value The standards are more complex and are related to age and gender. Clinical significance Abnormal results: The range of activity that can be achieved by the trunk, waist, hip and other joints is too small, the extension and elasticity of joints, ligaments and muscles and the development level of the body's flexible body. People who need to be examined: people who do physical and physical examinations. Precautions Pre-inspection contraindications: Subjects should be prepared on the ground before testing to prevent strain. Requirements for inspection: Actively cooperate with the doctor's work. During the test, if the legs are bent or the upper arms are suddenly extended, they should be redone. The gauge should be placed against the wall. When the body bends forward and pushes the cursor forward, the legs cannot bend. Inspection process The tester sits on the cushion connected to the box, the legs are straight, not bendable, the heels are close together, the toes are separated by about 10-15 cm, step on the vertical plate of the gauge, the two hands are close together, the arms and hands are straight, gradually Make the upper body flex forward, use the tip of the two hands to gently push the cursor on the ruler to slide forward (no sudden forward movement) until it can not continue to extend. The inner edge of the tester's ankle vertical plate is 0 points, with a negative value inward and a positive value in the forward direction. Record in centimeters, one decimal place. If it is positive, add "+" sign before the value, and add "-" sign to negative value. Not suitable for the crowd The injured arm. Adverse reactions and risks May cause muscle soreness.

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