| 1 |
Sit-and-Reach Test |
General Flexibility |
Estimate hamstring and posterior-chain flexibility. |
Reach distance (cm). |
Sit-and-reach box, ruler. |
Students, adults, athletes. |
Protocol-dependent; evaluates a limited aspect of flexibility. |
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| 2 |
Modified Sit-and-Reach Test |
General Flexibility |
Assess forward-reach flexibility using a modified scale or starting position. |
Reach distance (cm). |
Measuring box or ruler. |
Adults, students, fitness participants. |
Depends on the modified protocol and its validation. |
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| 3 |
Back-Saver Sit-and-Reach Test |
Unilateral Flexibility |
Assess posterior-chain flexibility separately for each leg. |
Reach distance (cm), each side. |
Test box, ruler. |
School students, adults, athletes. |
Use the same protocol for both sides and comparisons. |
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| 4 |
Toe-Touch Test |
Trunk Flexibility |
Assess standing forward-reach performance. |
Finger-to-floor distance (cm). |
Ruler or measuring tape. |
Adults, athletes, fitness participants. |
Influenced by body proportions and several joints. |
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| 5 |
Passive Straight-Leg Raise |
Hamstring Flexibility |
Assess passive hip flexion with the knee extended. |
Hip flexion angle (degrees). |
Goniometer or inclinometer. |
Clinical populations, athletes, adults. |
Positioning and pelvic stabilization affect results. |
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| 6 |
Active Straight-Leg Raise |
Active Mobility |
Assess active hip flexion and movement control. |
Hip angle (degrees). |
Goniometer or inclinometer. |
Athletes, adults. |
Influenced by flexibility, strength and motor control. |
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| 7 |
Hip Flexion Range of Motion |
Hip Mobility |
Measure available hip flexion range. |
Angle (degrees). |
Goniometer. |
Athletes, adults, clinical populations. |
Standardize body position and active/passive method. |
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