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Different Arm Positions During Single Leg Squat

Completed
Conditions
Knee Injuries and Disorders
Registration Number
NCT05420675
Lead Sponsor
Hacettepe University
Brief Summary

The aim of this study is to compare the effects of different arm positions on muscle activity during single leg squat.

Detailed Description

The aim of our study is to examine the effect of different positions of the arms on lower extremity muscle activations during Single Leg Squat (SLS). This prospective cross sectional study included single leg squat test assessments in different arm positions: 1) Arms free, 2) Arms flexed 90 degrees, 3) Hands on hip, 4) Arms across the chest. Inclusion criteria were being a young adult (20-30 years old), physical activity level of at least 4 on the Tegner Activity Scale, and volunteering to participate in the study. Those with a history of lower extremity injury in the last 1 year will be excluded from the study. Our study will contribute to distinguishing SLS variations for clinicians and researchers and choosing the appropriate SLS for evaluation and treatment.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
20
Inclusion Criteria
  • Being between the ages of 20-30
  • Physical activity level of at least 4 on the Tegner Activity Scale,
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Exclusion Criteria
  • History of lower extremity injury in the last 1 year
  • Central or peripheral vestibular disorders
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Study & Design

Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Study Design
Not specified
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Surface ElectromyographyProcedure (During the intervention)

Surface EMG evaluations of Vastus Medialis in 4 conditions in a row (1) Arms free, 2) Arms flexed 90 degrees, 3) Hands on hip, 4) Arms on crossed shoulders.

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Hacettepe University, Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

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Ankara, Turkey

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