The Trunk Extension and Flexion Torque Assessment

Authors

Giin-Gi Wang
Tsai-Hua Lee
Tao-Chang Hsu

Translated Title

正常人腰部伸肌和屈肌力量之評估

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to use the KINEMETIC COMMUNICATOR KIN-COM III (a computer controlled dynamometer) in the isometric mode to estabilish flexion and extension guidelines for a trunk rehabilitation exercise program.Trunk activity was assessed in 33 young normal adults without LBP history. L5 was taken as the trunk flexion / extension center and the semi-sitting erect position was used to eliminate the gravity effect. We found that the trunk flexion and extension torques were positively related to the height and weight. The Extenision: Flexion ratio was approximately 2:l(mean 2.051 + 0.315). This data may be use as a guideline for trunk rehabilitation exercise progrom. Since none of the 33 students tested complained of any immediate low back pain or other cardio-pulmonary problems, except for some slight anterior chest wall soreness reported by few. we can also affirm that it is safe to use the isometric mode for testing trunk activity.

Language

Traditional Chinese

First Page

68

Last Page

74

Recommended Citation

Wang, Giin-Gi; Lee, Tsai-Hua; and Hsu, Tao-Chang (1990) "The Trunk Extension and Flexion Torque Assessment," Rehabilitation Practice and Science: Vol. 18: Iss. 1, Article 9.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.6315/3005-3846.1784
Available at: https://rps.researchcommons.org/journal/vol18/iss1/9