ACSM Corrective Exercise Specialist 3

Question 1

Which assessment best identifies faulty movement patterns related to the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex?

Accepted Answer

Overhead squat assessment (OHSA)

Answer

The overhead squat assessment reveals compensation patterns in the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex by observing movement in all three planes simultaneously.

Question 2

A client displays forward head posture during the OHSA. Which muscle pair is most likely overactive?

Accepted Answer

Upper trapezius and levator scapulae

Answer

Forward head posture is typically driven by overactive upper trapezius and levator scapulae pulling the cervical spine into extension and elevation.

Question 3

In corrective exercise, the term 'synergistic dominance' refers to:

Accepted Answer

A synergist compensating for a weak prime mover

Answer

Synergistic dominance occurs when a synergist muscle takes over the role of a weak or inhibited prime mover, often creating additional movement dysfunction.

Question 4

Which corrective exercise is most appropriate to activate the deep cervical flexors as an isolated strengthening exercise?

Accepted Answer

Chin tuck

Answer

The chin tuck exercise directly activates the longus colli and longus capitis (deep cervical flexors) while inhibiting the superficial cervical extensors.

Question 5

Excessive forward lean of the torso during the overhead squat assessment primarily indicates tightness in which structure?

Accepted Answer

Gastrocnemius/soleus complex

Answer

Restricted ankle dorsiflexion from a tight gastrocnemius/soleus complex forces forward trunk lean to maintain balance during a squat.

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ACSM Corrective Exercise Specialist 3