Sport

Fencing

Linear combat sport demanding hip flexibility for the en garde stance, ankle dorsiflexion for deep lunges, thoracic rotation for parry-riposte, and asymmetric loading management from dominant-side overuse.

6
ROM Tests
3
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors

Key ROM Tests

1 Hip Internal Rotation
2 Hip External Rotation
3 Ankle Dorsiflexion
4 Lower Trunk Rotation
5 Shoulder Flexion
6 Hip Abduction

Risk Factors Assessed

Hip Internal Rotation
Ankle Dorsiflexion
Lower Trunk Rotation
Hip Abduction

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Fencing biomechanical assessment include?
The Fencing protocol assesses Hip Internal Rotation, Hip External Rotation, Ankle Dorsiflexion and 3 additional ROM tests specific to fencing demands. Each test measures against sport-specific benchmarks by competitive level.
Who needs a Fencing assessment?
Any fencing athlete or practitioner, from recreational to professional level. The assessment identifies mobility limitations that increase injury risk and restrict performance in fencing-specific movement patterns.
How long does the Fencing protocol take?
The assessment takes 30-45 minutes. It covers 6 key ROM tests, identifies risk factors, and generates a prioritized corrective plan with 3 intervention targets.
How do I get started with the Fencing protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Fencing protocol as part of your initial structural evaluation, then build a personalized corrective plan based on the findings.

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Your coach runs this protocol as part of your structural evaluation, then builds a personalized corrective plan based on the data.

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Protocol Details

Category
Sport
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
3
Benchmarked
Screening-based
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