A Study to Analyze Gluteus Maximus and Hamstring Recruitment in Variations of the Hip Hinge Exercise

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to examine whether performing the hip hinge exercise with specific tactile cueing and applied resistance methods enhances gluteus maximus recruitment while minimizing hamstring recruitment.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Normal (grade V) manual muscle tests of the major lower extremity muscle groups

Exclusion Criteria: 

  • Evidence of patellofemoral pain.
  • Reported history of previous hip or knee ligament injury, trauma or surgery.
  • Evidence of femoroacetabular impingement assessed with the hip flexion/adduction/internal rotation test.
  • Evidence of mechanical low back pain.
  • Current reports of lower extremity pain that limits functional activities.
  • Reported history of any neurological conditions that limit functional activities.
  • Vulnerable populations such as pregnant women, children, prisoners and institutionalized individuals.

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

John Hollman, Ph.D.

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Contact information:

Heather Buerman L.A.T., A.T.C.

(320)241-1449

Buerman.Heather@mayo.edu

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