NASM-CPT NASM Movement Assessment 3

Question 1

In the single-leg squat assessment, what is the primary compensation observed?

Accepted Answer

Knee moves inward (adduction/internal rotation)

Answer

The single-leg squat primarily assesses for the knee moving inward due to hip and knee dysfunction.

Question 2

A knee that moves inward during the single-leg squat suggests overactivity in which muscles?

Accepted Answer

Adductor complex, TFL, and biceps femoris

Answer

Inward knee movement indicates overactive adductor complex, TFL, and biceps femoris.

Question 3

Before performing a single-leg squat assessment, what should the client do?

Accepted Answer

Stand with hands on hips and eyes focused forward

Answer

The client stands with hands on hips, eyes forward, and foot pointing straight ahead before squatting on one leg.

Question 4

The single-leg squat assessment primarily evaluates function in which plane of motion?

Accepted Answer

Frontal plane

Answer

The single-leg squat emphasizes frontal-plane stability at the hip and knee.

Question 5

Knee valgus during single-leg squat is often linked to underactivity in which muscle?

Accepted Answer

Gluteus medius

Answer

An underactive gluteus medius fails to stabilize the hip, allowing knee valgus.

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