Increased strength of the scapular stabilizer and lumbar muscles after twelve weeks of Pilates training using the Reformer machine: A pilot study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2016.05.005
Abstract: OBJECTIVE The aim of this work was to analyze muscle strength in Pilates novices who used the Reformer equipment during twelve training sessions. METHODS Twenty-four healthy young female volunteers, who were non-smokers and did not… read more here.
Keywords: strength; lumbar muscles; group; scapular stabilizer ... See more keywords
Effect of preload on lumbar muscle contraction during co-activation of trunk muscles in young males simulating anti-G straining maneuver.
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DOI: 10.1177/10538127251370574
Abstract: Object Preload is known to improve spinal stability; however, its effect on the voluntary contraction of lumbar muscles needs investigation. This study aimed to investigate the role of preload in enhancing the voluntary contraction of… read more here.
Keywords: effect; contraction; lumbar muscles; voluntary contraction ... See more keywords
Reliability of Gradient-Echo Magnetic Resonance Elastography of Lumbar Muscles: Phantom and Clinical Studies
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DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics12061385
Abstract: Magnetic resonance elastography (MRE) has been used to successfully characterize the mechanical behavior of healthy and diseased muscles, but no study has been performed to investigate the reliability of MRE on lumbar muscles. The objective… read more here.
Keywords: magnetic resonance; lumbar; mre; resonance elastography ... See more keywords