Comparison of Trunk and Lower Limb Muscle Activation Between Non-Motorized Treadmill and Flat Ground Walking at Varying Intensities in Patients with Stroke [PDF]
BioengineeringAlthough considerable research has investigated non-motorized treadmills (NMTs), most studies have focused on healthy adults or athletes. This study aimed to compare trunk and lower limb muscle activation during walking on an NMT and flat ground (FG) at ...
Minkwon Cho +2 more
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Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction Using Gracilis With Pes Anserinus Preservation and Adductor Magnus Pulley [PDF]
Arthroscopy Techniques, Volume 15, Issue 8, August 2026.Abstract Recurrent patellar instability is a common orthopaedic condition, particularly in young and active patients. Medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction has emerged as the gold standard for surgical management in cases of objective instability.
Alexandre Coelho +4 more
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Effects of the slow speed-targeting squat exercise on the vastus medialis oblique/vastus lateralis muscle ratio [PDF]
Journal of Physical Therapy Science, 2015 [Purpose] This study investigated the effects of the slow speed-targeting squat exercise on the vastus medialis oblique/vastus lateralis ratio. [Subjects] Ten asymptomatic men were recruited. [Methods] The EMG activities of the vastus medialis oblique and vastus lateralis muscles were recorded using surface electrodes.
Yoo WG.
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Activation of the vastus medialis oblique and vastus lateralis muscles in asymptomatic subjects during the sit-to-stand procedure [PDF]
Journal of Physical Therapy Science, 2015 [Purpose] The purpose of this study was to examine the vastus medialis oblique to vastus lateralis ratio in two pelvic tilt positions while performing the sit-to-stand task. [Subjects and Methods] Activation of the vastus medialis oblique and the vastus lateralis muscles of 46 healthy subjects (25 males, 21 females) were recorded by surface ...
Choi B.
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Surgical Techniques to Address Patellofemoral Instability: An Individualized Approach [PDF]
Arthroscopy TechniquesPatellar instability involves complex decision making and an individualized approach. Often, patients with high-risk pathoanatomic features present after a single or recurrent dislocation events.
Lafi S. Khalil, M.D. +5 more
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, 2016 Purpose: To determine the onset latency of the vastus medialis oblique (VMO) and vastus lateralis (VL) muscles in individuals with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). Methodology: A case-control study. Fourteen female participants with PFPS and fifteen female participants without PFPS performed a sudden lower extremity perturbation test in anterior ...
Guzmán Muñoz, Eduardo Enrique +1 more
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Analysis of lower limb during squat activity using surface electromyography
Indonesian Journal of Research in Physical Education, Sport, and Health, 2023 The purpose of this research is to discuss and analyze the extent of the influence of using the bosu ball for squat activities on the lower limb. This research will use a quantitative and descriptive research approach.
Ardhi Mardiyanto Indra Purnomo +2 more
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Biomechanical effects of patellar taping in subjects with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). [PDF]
, 2008 PhDPatellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders affecting adults. Patellar taping provides an effective treatment in alleviating the symptoms of a high proportion of subjects who present with PFPS.
Mostamand, Javid
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Journal of Men's Health, 2022 Background: Life in modern society has become convenient, but the lack of exercise due to a sedentary lifestyle has led to muscle weakness. The quadriceps femoris is essential for walking, standing, and using stairs in daily life.
Zhe Cui, Ying-Ying Tang, Myoung-Kwon Kim
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