Module 4 Quiz - Contraindicated Exercises

Hyperextension is

A joint extended beyond the normal range of motion

Repetitive Microtrauma is:

An injury which results from chronic repetitive motions that violate the integrity of our joints

According to The U.S. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

Any compressive force above 3,300 newtons is unsafe

Lat Pulldowns behind the neck

Are potentially dangerous for the shoulders

Hyperflexion is

Bending a joint more than normal. Closing the angle at the joint

Impingement Syndrome is

Caused by rubbing of the supraspinatus against the acromion

Which of the following can cause a posterior bulging disc in the lumbar spine?

Excessive forward spinal flexion

Hyperflexion of the knee or neck is a safe way to increase range of motion

F

The following exercise doesn't put excessive stress on the lumbar spine (lower back)

Feet on Bench Dumbbell Chest Press

The primary mover while performing a leg lift is

Hip Flexors

Which of the following is possible if the shoulder press is performed with the bar behind the head?

Increased risk of shoulder injury

Which of the following exercises is most likely to cause impingement syndrome

Shoulder Lateral Raise

Which of the following exercise isn't known to cause impingement syndrome?

Straight Leg Lifts

Compressive forces on the spine for an isometric side bridge are within the U.S. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health guidelines

T

Curl-ups on a "swiss" ball are very hard on the discs in the back

T

Functionally, the job of the abdominals is to stop motion, not create motion

T

Some exercises should be used with caution or not used at all because they are "high risk" exercises

T

There are safe alternatives for most "bad" exercises.

T

There's no such thing as an ideal abdominal exercise for everybody

T

Leg lifts/throws are contraindicated because _____________.

The hip flexors are recruited placing compressive forces on intervertebral discs