The Relationship Between Q Angle and Quadriceps Muscle Activation on Dynamic Balance in Women

Objective: To determine the relationship between Q angle and quadriceps muscle activation on dynamic balance in women. Design: Correlational Study. Setting: University. Participants: Forth women will be included in the study. Interventions: Q angle in standing and supine positions, quadriceps muscle activation, static and dynamic balance and functionality were measured. Main Outcome Measurements: Q angle will measured with a tape measure; muscle activation will measured with Surface Electromyography (EMG) static balance will measured with Flamingo Balance Test (FBT); dynamic balance will measured with ProKin 252 Techno Body device; and, functionality will measured with Short Form Musculoskeletal Assessment (SFMA). Before the evaluation of EMG amplitude on dynamic balance position, the Q angle will measured in supine and standing positions. The EMG signals collected by measuring the muscle activation of the Vastus Medialis and Vastus Lateralis during dynamic balance position on the ProKin device will recorded.

Inclusion Criteria: * The inclusion criteria were being women, being aged 19-25, and not having musculoskeletal or neurological problems. Exclusion Criteria: * Exclusion criteria were having an operation in the past year, taking medicine related to lower limb problems, persistent pain and discomfort of the lower extremity.