Sentences with phrase «assessed calf muscle»

Several studies have assessed calf muscle activity during compound exercises, including the leg press, back squat, overhead squat, deadlift and split squats.

One method of assessing calf muscle flexibility is to apply gentle pressure to the forefoot with the patient sitting with the leg out straight in front.

Not exact matches

Few studies have assessed the cross-sectional area of the calf muscle group.

A number of studies have assessed the fascicle length of the calf muscles.

Similarly, few studies have assessed the muscle volume of the calf muscles.

Ankle range of motion should be assessed especially dorsiflexion as this suggests tight calf muscles which may contribute to overpronation of the foot.

A good starting point is to assess the flexibility of the calf muscles.