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dynamometry

(di?na-mom'e-tre)
The process of obtaining quantifiable measurements of muscular strength, power, and/or endurance. See: dynamometer
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This similar behaviour, as demonstrated through high to very high correlation levels, supports the validity of the electromechanical dynamometry system compared to the gold standard dynamometry device.
Absolute reliability and concurrent validity of a novel electromechanical pulley dynamometer for measuring shoulder rotation isometric strength in asymptomatic subjects. Study conducted at Pontificia Universidad Catolica, Santiago, Chile
Variables LL+CBFR Pre-test Post-test MDRA (kgf) 46.1 [+ or -] 6.7 48.9 [+ or -] 6.6 MDLA (kgf) 45.2 [+ or -] 6.4 48.8 [+ or -] 7.3 SD (kgf) 25.5 [+ or -] 5.0 25.7 [+ or -] 6.3 LL+IBFR Pre-test Post-test MDRA (kgf) 50.0 [+ or -] 7.3 53.4 [+ or -] 8.3 MDLA (kgf) 48.7 [+ or -] 10.6 51.4 [+ or -] 10.7 SD (kgf) 30.3 [+ or -] 9.6 31.6 [+ or -] 8.5 LL Pre-test Post-test MDRA (kgf) 48.5 [+ or -] 9.4 50.6 [+ or -] 7.2 MDLA (kgf) 48.3 [+ or -] 7.3 49.2 [+ or -] 7.5 SD (kgf) 29.3 [+ or -] 7.8 31.4 [+ or -] 7.4 MDRA = manual dynamometry of the right arm; MDLA = manual dynamometry of the left arm; SD = scapular dynamometry; LL+CBFR = low load combined with continuous blood flow restriction; LL+IBFR = low load combined with intermittent blood flow restriction; LL = low load.
Effects of strength training with continuous or intermittent blood flow restriction on the hypertrophy, muscular strength and endurance of men
In the current study, all betweentests error values for single leg measurements ranged between 5.3-6.9%, similar to values seen in single leg hop (Risberg et al., 1995) and isokinetic dynamometry (Pincivero et al., 1997) reliability studies.
Establishing the Reliability and Limits of Meaningful Change of Lower Limb Strength and Power Measures during Seated Leg Press in Elite Soccer Players
Dynamometry has been recently used for assessment of muscle strength for being a non-invasive, easy-to-apply and low-cost method, in addition to providing reliable muscle strength parameters (12,14 .
Lumbar extensor muscle profile of rural milk production workers/ Perfil da musculatura extensora lombar de trabalhadores rurais na atividade leiteira
To our knowledge, this is the first study that used different parameters provided by knee isokinetic dynamometry to evaluate the effect of KT after 24 hours of its application.
Does the Kinesio Tape Provide more Knee Extensor Torque?
Though this was further exemplified by her improvement in the 9HPT and the tests of dynamometry at the 7-month follow up, there is insufficient data to conclude that the FES+ThumbJam intervention made a quantifiable contribution to Snave's progress.
Let's Improvise! iPad-based music therapy with functional electrical stimulation for upper limb stroke rehabilitation
Next, we carried out the field tests as follows: Course Navette, dynamometry, horizontal jump, and speed 4 x 10 m.
Dietary Patterns and Fitness Level in Mexican Teenagers
Bohannon, "Hand-grip dynamometry predicts future outcomes in aging adults," Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy, vol.
Anabolic Steroid Use for Weight and Strength Gain in Critically Ill Patients: A Case Series and Review of the Literature. (Case Report)
In our current study, the dynamometry was the closest measurement to MUNIX, both on the upper and lower limb level.
Intraspinal Transplantation of the Adipose Tissue-Derived Regenerative Cells in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis in Accordance with the Current Experts' Recommendations: Choosing Optimal Monitoring Tools
For that matter and from a clinical point of view, the assessment of the influence of NP on muscle function is highly recommended and mainly achieved by means of standardized clinical examinations such as manual muscle testing, isometric and isokinetic dynamometry, Handgrip Strength (HGS), and by functional performance tools (e.g., timed chair stand test (CST) and indirectly by gait analysis and appraisal) [5, 7-9].
The Influence of Clinically Diagnosed Neuropathy on Respiratory Muscle Strength in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Irlenbusch et al., "Intrarater reliability of goniometry and hand-held dynamometry for shoulder and elbow examinations in female team handball athletes and asymptomatic volunteers," Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, vol.
Validity and Reliability of Elbow Range of Motion Measurements Using Digital Photographs, Movies, and a Goniometry Smartphone Application
Beck, "Hand-held dynamometry correlation with the gold standard isokinetic dynamometry: a systematic review," PM&R : The Journal of Injury, Function, and Rehabilitation, vol.
Association of Strength and Physical Functions in People with Parkinson's Disease
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