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Muscle Strength
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Definition of 'Muscle Strength'The amount of force generated by MUSCLE CONTRACTION. Muscle strength can be measured during isometric, isotonic, or isokinetic contraction, either manually or using a device such as a MUSCLE STRENGTH DYNAMOMETER. Common names: Muscle Strength; Strength, Muscle |
Sunday, November 08, 2009
11 Oct 2009 
OBJECTIVE: To assess the effect of a multimodal group exercise intervention, as an adjunct to conventional care, on fatigue, physical capacity, general wellbeing, physical activity, and quality of life in patients with cancer who were undergoing ... Read more...
29 Sep 2009 OBJECTIVES: To assess the relationship between self-reported omega-3 fatty acid (O3FA) intake and bone mineral density (BMD) and lower extremity function in older adults. DESIGN: Cross-sectional analysis of baseline information from three separate ... Read more...
29 Sep 2009 Stein R, Maia CP, Silveira AD, Chiappa GR, Myers J, Ribeiro JP. Inspiratory muscle strength as a determinant of functional capacity early after coronary artery bypass graft surgery. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effects of a 6-day postoperative ... Read more...
Latest indexed articles for 'Muscle Strength'
These are the very latest articles for this heading:
- Effect of a multimodal high intensity exercise intervention in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy: randomised controlled trial. 11 Oct 2009
- Progressive resistance training enhances mobility in seniors. 121 studies show older adults can maintain daily activities and independence through some form of PRT.
29 Sep 2009 - Chair rise ability and length of stay in hospitalized older adults. 29 Sep 2009
- Self-reported dietary intake of omega-3 fatty acids and association with bone and lower extremity function. 29 Sep 2009
- Inspiratory muscle strength as a determinant of functional capacity early after coronary artery bypass graft surgery. 29 Sep 2009
- Early maximal strength training is an efficient treatment for patients operated with total hip arthroplasty. 29 Sep 2009
- Vibration therapy. 29 Sep 2009
- Muscle deficits in cerebral palsy and early loss of mobility: can we learn something from our elders? 29 Sep 2009
- The role of fitness in health and disease: status of adults with cerebral palsy. 29 Sep 2009
- The role of personal trainers for stroke rehabilitation. 29 Sep 2009
- [Elective surgery reconvalescence after pre-operative physical training] 26 Sep 2009
- Effect of thigh strength on incident radiographic and symptomatic knee osteoarthritis in a longitudinal cohort. 13 Sep 2009
- A 4-week home-based aerobic and resistance exercise program during radiation therapy: a pilot randomized clinical trial. 30 Aug 2009
- Risk factors for functional decline in osteoarthritis of the hip or knee. 30 Aug 2009
- Lower limb strength in sports-active transtibial amputees. 30 Aug 2009
- [Pelvic floor muscle training with and without functional electrical stimulation as treatment for stress urinary incontinence] 30 Aug 2009
- Quality of life issues following surgery for vulval cancer: a case report. 30 Aug 2009
- Cardiovascular autonomic modulation after acute resistance exercise in women with fibromyalgia. 30 Aug 2009
- Tobacco use and recovery of gait and balance function in older adults. 30 Aug 2009
- Postural balance during quiet standing in patients with total hip arthroplasty with large diameter femoral head and surface replacement arthroplasty. 30 Aug 2009
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Technical information about 'Muscle Strength'
Definition: The amount of force generated by MUSCLE CONTRACTION. Muscle strength can be measured during isometric, isotonic, or isokinetic contraction, either manually or using a device such as a MUSCLE STRENGTH DYNAMOMETER.
Descriptor UI: D053580
Alternative terms: Muscle Strength; Strength, Muscle;
Related Mesh Headings: Muscle Contraction;
Allowable Qualifiers: drug effects; genetics; immunology; physiology; radiation effects; ethics;
Tree Number: E01.370.600.425; G11.427.560;
History Note: 2007