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Do the effects of vitamin d supplementation on muscle strength differ according to age? [PDF]
, 2018 Introduction: Vitamin D plays an important role in musculoskeletal health and its use improves muscle strength. However, the effect of vitamin D use on muscle strength in women of different ages is yet to be investigated.
Bilgilisoy Filiz, M. +6 more
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Lower extremity joints and their contributions to whole limb extension
International Biomechanics, 2020 Lower extremity multi-joint strength curves tend not to evaluate individual joint contributions to endpoint force in maximum effort isometric whole limb extension. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to measure the contribution of the hip, knee, and
J. W. Fox +4 more
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International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy, 2023 # Background Restoration of quadriceps strength after anterior ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is a persistent challenge for patients and clinicians. Inadequate recovery of quadriceps strength has been linked to increase risk of re-injury.
Nicholas Giampetruzzi +4 more
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Sports, 2018 The primary purpose of this study was to investigate gender differences in the dynamic strength index (DSI): an assessment of upper-body dynamic strength relative to maximal isometric strength.
Joanna Parsonage +5 more
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The Aging Neuromuscular System and Motor Performance [PDF]
, 2016 Age-related changes in the basic functional unit of the neuromuscular system, the motor unit, and its neural inputs have a profound effect on motor function, especially among the expanding number of old (older than ∼60 yr) and very old (older than ∼80 yr)
Hunter, Sandra K. +2 more
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Assessment of Rotator Cuff External Rotation: Isometric vs. Isotonic Testing Modes
Journal of Functional Morphology and KinesiologyObjectives: To assess intra-session reliability of isometric and isotonic shoulder external rotation (ER) strength tests and to compare their outcomes. Methods: Thirty-eight healthy subjects (19 females; 19 males; 25.7 ± 6.0 years; 175 ± 9 cm; 70.3 ± 11 ...
Luca Maestroni +6 more
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The reliability and validity of a designed setup for the assessment of static back extensor force and endurance in older women with and without hyperkyphosis. [PDF]
, 2018 ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to investigate the intra-rater reliability and validity of a designed load cell setup for the measurement of back extensor muscle force and endurance.ParticipantsThe study sample included 19 older women with ...
Akbarzadeh Baghban, Alireza +7 more
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SensorsThis study aims to evaluate the reliability and validity of the Leg Strength Analyzer (IB-LS) in assessing isometric knee flexion and extension strength in elderly adults, compare its performance with that of the CSMI dynamometer, and examine its ...
Jae-Soo Hong +5 more
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Frontiers in Sports and Active Living, 2023 The use of strength training is important for athletes in combat sports such as judo and jiu-jitsu. Specificity is key when prescribing strength training programs for athletes, considering maximal strength, muscular power and strength-endurance ...
Raquel Escobar-Molina +5 more
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Performance Fatigability: Mechanisms and Task Specificity [PDF]
, 2017 Performance fatigability is characterized as an acute decline in motor performance caused by an exercise-induced reduction in force or power of the involved muscles. Multiple mechanisms contribute to performance fatigability and originate from neural and
Hunter, Sandra K.
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