Date of Award
Spring 6-2-2025
Document Type
Honors Project
University Scholars Director
Dr. Joshua Tom
First Advisor/Committee Member
Dr. Dale Cannavan
Keywords
Rowing, Lower Cross Syndrome, LCS, Posture, PNF stretching
Abstract
Rowing is a full-body sport that requires technique, strength and speed, yet allows athletes to compete at all ages. The rowing stroke is completed sitting down with the hip flexors in a shortened position and lower back muscles activated. The combination of short and overactive muscles leads female rowers to be susceptible to lower cross syndrome and back pain. This study examined the prevalence of LCS in female rowers and the effect of PNF stretching of the hip flexors on the LCS. LCS was examined using a posture assessment and Thomas tests. A Biodex isokinetic dynamometer hip extension and flexion test was used to measure reciprocal inhibition of the gluteal muscles. All tests were performed before and after PNF stretching. Results showed that female rowers are likely to have LCS and symptoms can be improved through PNF stretching of the hip flexors.
Recommended Citation
Goodhew, Mary M., "Lower Cross Syndrome in Female Rowers" (2025). Honors Projects. 246.
https://digitalcommons.spu.edu/honorsprojects/246
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