Sport

Rugby

Full-contact field sport demanding neck strength for tackle and scrum safety, shoulder stability for tackling and carrying, hip power for acceleration and breakdown, and concussion return-to-play screening.

6
ROM Tests
3
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors

Key ROM Tests

1 Cervical Axial Rotation
2 Cervical Flexion Extension
3 Shoulder Internal Rotation
4 Shoulder Horizontal Abduction
5 Hip Internal Rotation
6 Hip External Rotation

Risk Factors Assessed

Cervical Axial Rotation
Cervical Flexion Extension
Shoulder Internal Rotation
Hip Internal Rotation

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Rugby biomechanical assessment include?
The Rugby protocol assesses Cervical Axial Rotation, Cervical Flexion Extension, Shoulder Internal Rotation and 3 additional ROM tests specific to rugby demands. Each test measures against sport-specific benchmarks by competitive level.
Who needs a Rugby assessment?
Any rugby athlete or practitioner, from recreational to professional level. The assessment identifies mobility limitations that increase injury risk and restrict performance in rugby-specific movement patterns.
What does the Rugby protocol cover?
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 Rugby protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Rugby 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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