My Baylor DPT Class | Predicting Induced Torques from Joint ROMs

The video tutorial covers the upcoming science exam on gait, focusing on understanding joint angles and predicting induced torques. It explains the role of flexion and extension in hip, knee, and ankle joints, and how these movements can be used to predict torques. The tutorial also highlights exceptions where predictions may not work, particularly in concentric contractions.

What is the primary focus of the upcoming science exam mentioned in the video?

• Physics principles

• Chemical reactions

• Muscle anatomy

• Gait analysis

Which joint angles are primarily used to predict induced torques?

• Wrist and ankle

• Neck and spine

• Hip and knee

• Shoulder and elbow

What is the method used to predict the change from 20 degrees of hip flexion to 0 degrees?

• Increase flexion torque

• Maintain current torque

• Decrease flexion torque

• Add extension torque

How can you reduce knee flexion from 15 degrees to 5 degrees?

• Add flexion torque

• Add extension torque

• Maintain current torque

• Decrease extension torque

What is the initial position of the ankle joint before moving to 5 degrees of plantar flexion?

• 5 degrees dorsiflexion

• 0 degrees neutral

• 10 degrees plantar flexion

• 15 degrees dorsiflexion

Why does the method of predicting torques not work well during initial and mid-swing phases?

• Because of concentric contractions

• Because of isometric contractions

• Due to lack of muscle activity

• Due to eccentric contractions

What type of contraction is primarily involved in the ankle joint during initial swing?

• Eccentric

• Concentric

• Isometric

• Static