Pediatric Muscle

How does muscle grow in young children

How does muscle grow in young children

hyperplasia- increase in cell number

what 2 ways can hyperplasia occur?

fiber splitting and satellite cell proliferation

why is fiber differentiation necessary at a young age?

for development of slow twitch fibers for postural control

how does muscle grow in length?

muscle fibrils and sarcomeres are added in response to bone growth

Muscle grows ________ the bones.l what problem can this cause?

after, tightness after growth spurts

in males growth spurts are typically _________ than in females

later

how is strength measured in an infant?

Assessment of active ROM relative to horizontal, assessment of head and neck strength

examples of strenghtening activities for infants

pull to sit, antigravity kicking

how would strengthening exercise for an infant be prescribed?

low load/intensity but high amount of reps throughout the day

how is strength measured in a 3 year old?

functional strength assessment (squat, stand on one foot, ect) and resisted strength testing of some basic motions

how is strength measured in a 14 year old?

similar to an adult, 1 rep max or dynaomometer

examples of strengthening activities for adolescents

plyometrics, BW exercises, strength equipment with an emphasis on form

is strength training sfe for youth?

yes, when it is properly designed and supervised

benefits of strength training in youth

increased muscular strength and power, improved cardiovascular risk profile, improved motor skills, resistance to sports injuries, improved psychological well being and exercise habits

additional considerations for youth strength training

sleep, hydration, nutrition

what acronym is used to plan strength programs fro children?

PROCESS

what does the PROCESS acronym stand for?

progression, regularity, overload, creativity, enjoyment, socialization, supervision