A Study of the Effect of Cueing on Gluteus Maximus and Hamstring Recruitment During Exercise

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to see if specific verbal and tactile cues and instructions help people who are performing bridging exercises to improve recruitment of the gluteus maximus muscle and minimize hamstring use.

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

  • Female
  • 18-40 years of age
  • Normal muscle strength in lower extremities

 

Exclusion Criteria

  • Evidence of patellofemoral pain syndrome
  • Evidence of femoracetabular impingement
  • Evidence of mechanical low back pain causing radicular (lower extremity) symptoms
  • History of previous hip or knee ligament injury
  • History of lower extremity trauma
  • History of lower extremity surgery
  • History of neurological conditions that impair motor function
  • Current lower extremity pain that limits functional activities

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

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

John Hollman, Ph.D.

Closed for enrollment

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CLS-20170206

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