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Comparison of the Flexion-Relaxation Ratio of the Hamstring Muscle and Lumbopelvic Kinematics During Forward Bending in Subjects With Different Hamstring Muscle Flexibility

  • Kim, Chang-ho (Dept. of Physical Therapy, The Graduate School, Yonsei University) ;
  • Gwak, Gyeong-tae (Dept. of Physical Therapy, The Graduate School, Yonsei University) ;
  • Kwon, Oh-yun (Dept. of Physical Therapy, College of Health Science, Yonsei University)
  • Received : 2017.07.18
  • Accepted : 2017.10.26
  • Published : 2017.11.19
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Abstract

Background: Flexion-relaxation phenomenon (FRP) was a term which refers to a sudden onset of myoelectric silence in the erector spinae muscles of the back during standing full forward flexion. Hamstring muscle length may be related to specific pelvic and trunk movements. Many studies have been done on the FRP of the erector spinae muscles. However, no studies have yet investigated the influence of hamstring muscle flexibility on the FRP of the hamstring muscle and lumbopelvic kinematics during forward bending. Objects: The purpose of this study was to examine the flexion-relaxation ratio (FRR) of the hamstring muscles and lumbopelvic kinematics and compare them during forward bending in subjects with different hamstring muscle flexibility. Methods: The subjects of two different groups were recruited using the active knee extension test. Group 1-consisted of 13 subjects who had a popliteal angle under $30^{\circ}$; Group 2-consisted of 13 subjects who had a popliteal angel above $50^{\circ}$. The kinematic parameters during the trunk bending task were recorded using a motion analysis system and the FRRs of the hamstring muscles were calculated. Differences between the groups were identified with an independent t-test. Results: The subjects with greater hamstring length had significantly less lumbar spine flexion movement and more pelvic flexion movement. The subjects with greater pelvic flexion movement had a higher rate of flexion relaxation during full trunk bending (p<.05). Conclusion: The results of this study suggest that differences in hamstring muscle flexibility might cause changes in people's hamstring muscle activity and lumbopelvic kinematics.

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