Profession

Gamer / Esports Athlete

Extreme seated duration with fine motor demands. Wrist and forearm RSI risk from mouse and keyboard, cervical strain from monitor positioning, thoracic kyphosis, and hip flexor shortening from marathon gaming sessions.

6
ROM Tests
3
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors

Key ROM Tests

1 Thoracic Extension
2 Cervical Flexion Extension
3 Cervical Lateral Flexion
4 Shoulder Horizontal Abduction
5 Hip Flexion Active
6 Diaphragmatic Assessment

Risk Factors Assessed

Thoracic Extension
Cervical Flexion Extension
Hip Flexion Active
Diaphragmatic Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do gamer / esports athletes need a biomechanical assessment?
Gamer / Esports Athlete work creates specific biomechanical demands that accumulate over time. The protocol assesses Thoracic Extension, Cervical Flexion Extension, Cervical Lateral Flexion to identify occupational strain patterns before they become injuries.
What does the Gamer / Esports Athlete protocol address?
The protocol targets the 4 most common biomechanical issues in gamer / esports athlete work, with 3 corrective priorities and occupation-specific exercises.
How do I get started with the Gamer / Esports Athlete protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Gamer / Esports Athlete 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
Profession
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
3
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Screening-based
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