Stretch-shortening cycle (SSC) muscle power, muscle strength and functional capacity in Scandinavian women and men - Effects of ageing

Abstract

Ageing is associated with a gradual decline in physical function due to age-related loss of muscle mass, strength, and muscle power, leading to loss of independence. Physical therapists employ various tests to assess of physical functional performance, postural control, and muscle strength. Several of these may provide inadequate information in regard to detecting early onset of decline in performance. Physical activity, particularly resistance training involving high-intensity muscle actions (i.e., heavy-resistance strength training) has proven effective in reversing the negative effects age-related changes, sedentary lifestyle and immobilization, even in older adults.

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Keywords

Stretch-shortening cycle peak muscle power, Physical performance, Ageing, Physiotherapy, Functional capacity

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978-91-8009-753-6 (print)
978-91-8009-754-3 (pdf)

Articles

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Elam C, Hvid LG, Christensen U, Kjær M, Magnusson SP, Aagaard P, Bunketorp Käll L, Suetta C. Effects of age on muscle power, postural control and functional capacity after short-term immobilization and retraining. Submitted.

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Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology. Department of Health and Rehabilitation

Defence location

Fredag 22 april 2022, kl. 9.00 Hörsal Arvid Carlsson, Academicum, Medicinaregatan 3, Göteborg

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