Impact of Whole-body Vibration Training on Flexibility, Muscular Activity and Quality of Life After Lower Extremity Thermal Burn Injury

Tight hamstring muscles limit the anterior tilt of the pelvis in spinal flexion resulting in aggravated muscle and ligamentous tension in the lumbar region which leads to significantly higher compressive loads on the lumbar spine. Other postural changes associated with tightness of the hamstrings can influence the sacroiliac joint stability in an indirect way. Hence, flexibility of hamstring muscles is crucial for overall well-being and optimal physical fitness.