Comparative study on muscle-tendon stiffness and balance impairment in postmenopausal women: a focus on osteosarcopenia and osteoporosis
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DOI: 10.1007/s40520-024-02888-3
Abstract: This study set out to examine the stiffness of the gastrocnemius medialis (GM) and Achilles tendon across postmenopausal women with osteosarcopenia (OS), osteoporosis (OP), and normal bone mineral density. Furthermore, we explored the relationship between… read more here.
Keywords: muscle tendon; muscle; postmenopausal women; tendon stiffness ... See more keywords
Relationship between tendon structure, stiffness, gait patterns and patient reported outcomes during the early stages of recovery after an Achilles tendon rupture
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-77691-x
Abstract: After an Achilles tendon (AT) injury, the decision to return to full weightbearing for the practice of sports or strenuous activities is based on clinical features only. In this study, tendon stiffness and foot plantar… read more here.
Keywords: recovery; reported outcomes; tendon stiffness; rupture ... See more keywords
Foam rolling and tissue flossing of the triceps surae muscle: an acute effect on Achilles tendon stiffness, jump height and sprint performance - a randomized controlled trial.
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DOI: 10.1080/15438627.2022.2125317
Abstract: This study aimed to investigate an acute effect of foam rolling and tissue flossing of the Triceps Surae muscle on Achilles tendon stiffness, jump height and sprint performance at different time points. The participants were… read more here.
Keywords: foam rolling; tissue flossing; tendon stiffness; achilles tendon ... See more keywords
Asynchronous Alterations of Muscle Force and Tendon Stiffness Following 8 Weeks of Resistance Exercise with Whole-Body Vibration in Older Women.
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DOI: 10.1123/japa.2016-0149
Abstract: This study aimed to examine whether muscle force and tendon stiffness in a muscle-tendon complex alter synchronously following 8-week whole-body vibration (WBV) training in older people. Forty older women aged 65 years and older were… read more here.
Keywords: vibration; force tendon; tendon; force ... See more keywords
Effects of triceps surae muscle strength and tendon stiffness on the reactive dynamic stability and adaptability of older female adults during perturbed walking.
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DOI: 10.1152/japplphysiol.00545.2017
Abstract: This study aimed to examine whether the triceps surae (TS) muscle-tendon unit (MTU) mechanical properties affect gait stability and its reactive adaptation potential to repeated perturbation exposure in older adults. Thirty-four older adults each experienced… read more here.
Keywords: muscle; stability; muscle strength; tendon stiffness ... See more keywords
Differences in Achilles tendon stiffness in people with gout: a pilot study
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DOI: 10.1186/s12891-020-03598-3
Abstract: Background Gout has been associated with weaker foot/leg muscles and altered gait patterns. There is also evidence of on-going foot pain and an increased risk of tendinopathy, with the Achilles and patella tendons most frequently… read more here.
Keywords: stiffness people; tendon stiffness; achilles tendon; differences achilles ... See more keywords
A Personalized Muscle–Tendon Assessment and Exercise Prescription Concept Reduces Muscle–Tendon Imbalances in Female Adolescent Athletes
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DOI: 10.1186/s40798-025-00817-w
Abstract: Imbalances between muscle strength and tendon stiffness influence the mechanical demand on the tendon (i.e., tendon strain) and may increase tendon injury risk. The purpose of this study was to identify muscle–tendon imbalances and to… read more here.
Keywords: tendon stiffness; tendon; muscle tendon; tendon strain ... See more keywords
Changes in joint, muscle, and tendon stiffness following repeated hopping exercise
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DOI: 10.14814/phy2.14237
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to elucidate the mechanisms of decline in joint stiffness after repeated stretch‐shortening cycle exercises according to changes in both muscle‐tendon properties and neuromuscular activities. Eleven males performed fatigue task… read more here.
Keywords: joint stiffness; stiffness; muscle; muscle tendon ... See more keywords
Resistance Training Combined With Stretching Increases Tendon Stiffness and Is More Effective Than Stretching Alone in Children With Cerebral Palsy: A Randomized Controlled Trial
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DOI: 10.3389/fped.2019.00333
Abstract: Aim: Stretching is often used to increase/maintain muscle length and improve joint range of motion (ROM) in children with cerebral palsy (CP). However, outcomes at the muscle (remodeling) and resulting function appear to be highly… read more here.
Keywords: children cerebral; fascicle length; resistance; tendon stiffness ... See more keywords
Triceps Surae Muscle-Tendon Unit Properties in Preadolescent Children: A Comparison of Artistic Gymnastic Athletes and Non-athletes
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DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2019.00615
Abstract: Knowledge regarding the effects of athletic training on the properties of muscle and tendon in preadolescent children is scarce. The current study compared Achilles tendon stiffness, plantar flexor muscle strength and vertical jumping performance of… read more here.
Keywords: preadolescent children; muscle; non athletes; muscle tendon ... See more keywords
Assessing the Test-Retest Reliability of MyotonPRO for Measuring Achilles Tendon Stiffness
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DOI: 10.3390/jfmk10010083
Abstract: Objectives: This study evaluates the test-retest reliability and inter-rater reliability of the MyotonPRO for measuring Achilles tendon stiffness at two standardized sites over various time frames and settings. Methods: Eight healthy participants underwent assessments by… read more here.
Keywords: good icc; reliability; test retest; icc ... See more keywords