Which of the following is NOT true regarding wheelchair propulsion?

Which of the following is NOT true regarding wheelchair propulsion?



a. Muscles of internal rotation of the shoulder are used to a greater degree than the external rotators.
b. Wheelchair athletes train to produce maximal torque to the wheelchair rim to create maximal velocity.
c. Forward movement requires a powerful external rotation at the shoulder followed by a recovery phase using internal rotators.
d. Overuse injuries are common in the shoulder region due to unequal agonist/antagonist muscle use.



Answer: C


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