Validity of using Elastic Bands to Measure Knee Extension Strength in Older Adults
Journal Title: Journal of Novel Physiotherapy and Physical Rehabilitation - Year 2016, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
Background and objectives: Maximal strength assessment of knee extensors in older adults using elastic resistance bands have rarely been addressed even though resistance training using elastic bands have shown large effects on muscle strength in this group of people. We therefore aim to determine the validity of maximal knee extension strength assessment using elastic resistance bands in older women and men.
Authors and Affiliations
Andre Nyberg, Britta Lindström, Nils Aronsson, Magnus Näslund, Karin Wadell
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