During anti-gravity shoulder flexion MMT, where is the resistance applied?

During anti-gravity shoulder flexion MMT, where is the resistance applied?

• A. At the wrist near the hand.
• B. Across the forearm near the elbow.
• C. Downward just proximal to the elbow.
• D. Along the upper arm near the shoulder.

Answer: (C)

When testing anti-gravity shoulder flexion, you’re measuring the strength of the shoulder flexors as the arm is raised forward against gravity. The resistance should be applied on the moving segment itself, as close to the elbow as possible, and directed downward. Placing the force just proximal to the elbow on the forearm creates a torque at the shoulder joint that tests the shoulder flexors without pulling in the wrist or elbow muscles. Applying resistance at the wrist or higher up on the arm would recruit other muscles and alter the test outcome.

When testing anti-gravity shoulder flexion, you’re measuring the strength of the shoulder flexors as the arm is raised forward against gravity. The resistance should be applied on the moving segment itself, as close to the elbow as possible, and directed downward. Placing the force just proximal to the elbow on the forearm creates a torque at the shoulder joint that tests the shoulder flexors without pulling in the wrist or elbow muscles. Applying resistance at the wrist or higher up on the arm would recruit other muscles and alter the test outcome.