Exam 5: Flexibility and Low-Back Health

Define and explain the differences among static stretching, ballistic stretching, dynamic stretching, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, passive stretching, and active stretching. For each, give an example of a stretch utilizing the technique.

List and explain at least four strategies for preventing low-back pain. Briefly describe the recommended strategies for managing acute and chronic low-back pain.

Most cases of acute back pain last longer than a month.

Poor flexibility may increase risk of injuries.

Apply the FITT-VP principle to flexibility training. Describe a complete stretching program for general fitness according to the FITT-VP guidelines.

What is one benefit of stretching?

Which stretching technique is most commonly associated with injury?

Describe the basic structure of the spine. Include information on the vertebrae, intervertebral disks, and nerve roots.

Upon what does static flexibility depend?

What is the focus of dynamic stretching?

How many repetitions of a stretch should you do during a stretching session?

There are no tests to rate a person's general body flexibility.

The thoracic vertebrae are found in the neck.

What is considered one of the safest stretching techniques?

Full-range-of-motion spine exercises performed soon after waking can lead to injury because

Explain how stretching affects muscles to improve flexibility.

According to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), how many days a week should one perform stretching exercises?

What muscles are included in the core muscles?

The flexibility of a joint is affected by its structure, nervous system regulation, and muscle elasticity and length.

Nerve roots in the spine are the key component of intervertebral disks.