Joint Mobilization

The purpose of passive/active movements in joint mobilization is to:

• increase joint flexibility and range of motion

• decrease joint pain and inflammation

• strengthen the surrounding muscles

• improve cardiovascular health

How does lubrication improve joint function?

• By reducing friction and wear

• By increasing joint stiffness

• By causing inflammation

• By decreasing blood flow

Give examples of joint mobilization exercises.

• Shoulder circles, ankle pumps, wrist flexion and extension

• Running, swimming, cycling

• Push-ups, pull-ups, squats

• Yoga, pilates, tai chi

What is 'Alongamento'?

• A) A type of food

• B) A set of physical exercises to maintain or develop flexibility of muscles, tendons, and ligaments

• C) A musical instrument

• D) A language

What is the characteristic of static stretching?

• A) Movements controlled repetitively

• B) Position held for seconds

• C) Without external assistance

• D) With help of partner/equipment

What is the characteristic of dynamic stretching?

• A) Movements controlled repetitively

• B) Position held for seconds

• C) Without external assistance

• D) With help of partner/equipment

What is the characteristic of active stretching?

• A) Movements controlled repetitively

• B) Position held for seconds

• C) Without external assistance

• D) With help of partner/equipment

What is the characteristic of passive stretching?

• Movements controlled repetitively

• Position held for seconds

• Without external assistance

• With help of partner/equipment

What allows for a greater range of motion in flexibility?

• Muscle strength

• Joint structure

• Tendon elasticity

• Ligament flexibility

The benefits of flexibility include:

• Improved posture and balance

• Increased risk of injury

• Decreased range of motion

• Reduced muscle strength