The goal of the present article is to compare neuromuscular activation patterns among medial-lateral, superior-inferior, and rotational positions of palms for 14 selective muscles during the push-up exercise. Muscle activity and kinematics information of
Hamidreza Barnamehei +7 more
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Foci of segmentally contracted sarcomeres in trapezius muscle biopsy specimens in myalgic and nonmyalgic human subjects : preliminary results [PDF]
Objective The myofascial trigger point hypothesis postulates that there are small foci of contracted sarcomeres in resting skeletal muscle. Only one example, in canine muscle, has been published previously.
Cagnie, Barbara +5 more
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Supraclavicularis proprius muscle associated with supraclavicular nerve entrapment [PDF]
Entrapment neuropathy of the supraclavicular nerve is rare and, when it occurs, is usually attributable to branching of the nerve into narrow bony clavicular canals.
Raikos, A. +6 more
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The Impact of Ergonomically Designed Workstations on Shoulder EMG Activity during Carpet Weaving [PDF]
Background: The present study aimed to evaluate the biomechanical exposure to the trapezius muscle activity in female weavers for a prolonged period in the workstation A (suggested by previous studies) and workstation B (proposed by the present study).
Majid Motamedzade +2 more
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The effects of bag style on muscle activity of the trapezius, erector spinae and latissimus dorsi during walking in female university students [PDF]
© by The Author(s). This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 3.0 License. (CC BY-NC-ND 3.0)Back pain is common in adolescents which has been associated with carrying a bag. However, there is little research
Hardie, Rebecca +3 more
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The occipital lateral plate mesoderm is a novel source for vertebrate neck musculature [PDF]
In vertebrates, body musculature originates from somites, whereas head muscles originate from the cranial mesoderm. Neck muscles are located in the transition between these regions.
Christ, B. +9 more
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The Trapezius Muscle Flap: A Viable Alternative for Posterior Scalp and Neck Reconstruction
Background The trapezius muscle flap is not usually the first reconstructive option for skin and soft tissue defects in the posterior neck and scalp due to surgeons' unfamiliarity with the surgical anatomy and developments in free tissue transfer ...
Hee Jun Yang +4 more
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Rehabilitation of shoulder impingement syndrome and rotator cuff injuries: an evidence-based review [PDF]
Rehabilitation of the patient with glenohumeral impingement requires a complete understanding of the structures involved and the underlying mechanism creating the impingement response. A detailed clinical examination and comprehensive treatment programme
Cools, Ann, Ellenbecker, Todd S
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Descriptive profile of scapulothoracic position, strength and flexibility variables in adolescent elite tennis players [PDF]
Study design Descriptive study, cross-sectional design. Background Tennis requires repetitive overhead movement patterns that can lead to upper extremity injury. The scapula plays a vital role in injury-free playing.
Cambier, Dirk +5 more
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Systemic Exercise-Induced Hypoalgesia Following Isometric Exercise Reduces Conditioned Pain Modulation [PDF]
Objective Physically active individuals show greater conditioned pain modulation (CPM) compared with less active individuals. Understanding the effects of acute exercise on CPM may allow for a more targeted use of exercise in the management of pain. This
Alsouhibani, Ali +2 more
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