| Description |
1 online resource |
| Series |
Physiology-laboratory and clinical research |
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Physiology-laboratory and clinical research series.
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| Summary |
Muscle function has been used to measure the healthy and functional capacity of patients, sportsmen and athletes. The knowledge about muscle function and how to properly evaluate it can be determinant factors for the success of therapies during the treatment of many diseases, as well as improving muscle performance. Handgrip strength is a measure of maximum voluntary force of the hand. It has been reliable, valid and an objective parameter to evaluate overall muscular strength, and for this reason, it has been used as a predictor of physical disability. There are several techniques to treat an |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Exercise therapy.
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Muscle strength.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Ferraresi, Cleber, editor
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Parizotto, Nivaldo Antonio, editor
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| ISBN |
1629480983 (electronic bk.) |
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9781629480985 (electronic bk.) |
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