Isometric Exercises Are Often Utilized to Improve Muscle Tone and Strength

question 15

Multiple Choice

Isometric exercises are often utilized to improve muscle tone and strength in the early stages of rehabilitation,but they may be problematic for muscles surrounding the knee and hip because of

• A)increase in intra-articular pressure at the joint.
• B)decreased blood flow with each contraction.
• C)increased risk of Valsalva.
• D)decreased joint motion.

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