16 Questions
What does muscle performance encompass?
Strength, power, muscular endurance
Which factors can result in impaired muscle performance?
Injury, disease, immobility
What is resistance exercise?
Active exercise with resisted muscle contraction
What are the essential components of a resistance exercise?
Dynamic or static muscle contraction resisted by an outside force
Why are resisted exercises considered necessary?
To maintain physical health and enhance motor skills performance
How can resistance exercises contribute to rehabilitation programs?
By improving muscle performance and enhancing motor skills
What is the primary basis on which a therapist determines whether a program of resistance exercise is warranted?
Comprehensive examination and evaluation of the patient or client
What is functional strength related to?
The ability to produce, reduce, or control forces during functional activities
What is muscle power defined as?
The work produced by a muscle per unit of time
What is one of the potential benefits of resistance exercise?
Reduced risk of soft tissue injury
What does insufficient strength result in, according to the text?
Major functional losses in ADLs
What is muscle strengthening defined as?
A systematic procedure of lifting, lowering, or controlling heavy loads for a low number of repetitions or over a short period of time
Which factor affects muscle power?
"The extent and severity of muscle performance deficits"
What does muscle power depend on?
"Force and velocity of muscle contraction"
What does muscle performance encompass?
"Ability of contractile tissue to produce tension and a resultant force"
"Factors influence how appropriate, effective, or safe resistance training is and how the exercises are designed, implemented, and progressed." Which factor is NOT mentioned as influencing resistance training?
"Increased strength of connective tissues"
This quiz covers the concept of muscle performance, including strength, power, and muscular endurance. It discusses the factors affecting muscle performance and its importance in performing activities of daily living.
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