Journal of Undergraduate Research
Keywords
active vs passive, hamstring flexibility tests, muscle flexibility, LAKE, SAKE, LPKE
College
David O. McKay School of Education
Department
Teacher Education
Abstract
Muscle flexibility is “the ability of a muscle to lengthen, allowing one joint (or more than one joint in a series) to move through a range of motion.”1. Various studies have been performed to determine the most reliable and valid means of measuring flexibility, which is important because of its ability to forewarn of the likelihood of injury.2,3 With an indication of the tightness of the muscle a therapist, trainer, or athlete can make necessary adjustments to avoid injury.
Recommended Citation
Papa, Jared W. and Feland, Dr. Bent
(2014)
"Active vs. Passive Hamstring Flexibility Tests,"
Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2014:
Iss.
1, Article 42.
Available at:
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2014/iss1/42