Sport Benchmarked

Mixed Martial Arts

Multi-discipline combat sport combining striking, wrestling, and grappling. Demands hip IR/ER for kicking and grappling, thoracic rotation for power and scrambles, cervical resilience for takedown defense.

6
ROM Tests
4
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors

Key ROM Tests

1 Hip Internal Rotation
2 Hip External Rotation
3 Lower Trunk Rotation
4 Cervical Axial Rotation
5 Cervical Flexion Extension
6 Shoulder Internal Rotation

Risk Factors Assessed

Hip Internal Rotation
Hip External Rotation
Lower Trunk Rotation
Cervical Axial Rotation

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Mixed Martial Arts biomechanical assessment include?
The Mixed Martial Arts protocol assesses Hip Internal Rotation, Hip External Rotation, Lower Trunk Rotation and 3 additional ROM tests specific to mixed martial arts demands. Each test measures against sport-specific benchmarks by competitive level.
Who needs a Mixed Martial Arts assessment?
Any mixed martial arts athlete or practitioner, from recreational to professional level. The assessment identifies mobility limitations that increase injury risk and restrict performance in mixed martial arts-specific movement patterns.
How long does the Mixed Martial Arts protocol take?
The assessment takes 30-45 minutes. It covers 6 key ROM tests, identifies risk factors, and generates a prioritized corrective plan with 4 intervention targets.
How do I get started with the Mixed Martial Arts protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Mixed Martial Arts 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
4
Benchmarked
Yes
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