scholarly journals Muscle Functions and Functional Performance among Older Persons with and without Low Back Pain

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nor Azizah Ishak ◽  
Zarina Zahari ◽  
Maria Justine
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Older Persons ◽  
Abdominal Muscle ◽  
Back Muscle ◽  
Limb Function ◽  
Back Muscle Strength ◽  
Hand Grip ◽  
Lower Limb Function ◽  
Muscle Functions

This study aims to compare muscle functions and functional performances between older persons with and without low back pain (LBP) and to determine the association between muscle functions and functional performances. This is a cross-sectional study, involving 95 older persons (age =70.27±7.26years). Anthropometric characteristics, muscle functions, and functional performances were measured. Data were analyzed using ANOVA, Pearson’s correlation, and multiple linear regression. The functional performances showed no significant differences (females LBP versus non-LBP, males LBP versus non-LBP) (p<0.05). For muscle functions, significant differences were found (females LBP versus non-LBP) for abdominal muscle strength (p=0.006) and back muscle strength (p=0.07). In the LBP group, significant correlations were found between back and abdominal muscle strength and hand grip strength (r=0.377andr=0.396, resp.), multifidus control and lower limb function (r=0.363) in females, and back muscle strength and lower limb function (r=0.393) in males (allp<0.05). Regression analysis showed that abdominal and back muscle strengths were significant predictors of hand grip strength (p=0.041andp=0.049, resp.), and multifidus control was a significant predictor of lower limb function in females (p=0.047). This study demonstrates that older women with LBP exhibit poorer muscle functions compared to older women without LBP.

scholarly journals Criterion-Related Validity of a Simple Muscle Strength Test to Assess Whole Body Muscle Strength in Chinese Children Aged 10 to 12 Years

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Liqin Yin ◽  
Changfa Tang ◽  
Xia Tao
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Strength Test ◽  
Whole Body ◽  
Back Muscle ◽  
Back Muscle Strength ◽  
Body Muscle ◽  
Hand Grip ◽  
Standing Long Jump ◽  
Long Jump ◽  
Leg Muscle

Objective. To study the criterion-related validity of simple muscle strength test (SMST) indicators and assess whole body muscle strength in Chinese children aged 10 to 12 years old.Methods. Two hundred and forty children were equally divided into four groups in different genders and residences. The SMST indicators (hand-grip, knee bent push-up, back muscle strength, sit-up, leg muscle strength, and standing long jump) were tested. We set up the total level of the whole-body muscle strength (Ftotal) through testing isokinetic muscle strength of the six joints’ flexion and extension movements. Pearson correlation analyses were used to analyze the correlation between the SMST indicators and theFtotal.Results.(1)Leg muscle strength and back muscle strength demonstrated the highest validity scores. Sit-ups, hand grip, and standing long jump demonstrated the lowest validity scores.(2)Leg muscle strength had the highest validity for males, but back muscle strength had the highest validity for females.Conclusions. Back muscle strength and leg muscle strength can give the highest validity of assessing whole body muscle strength, and also has higher validity in both the urban and rural children. For urban children, but not rural, the knee bent push-up also has a high validity indicator.

Effect of Neuromuscular Training on Proprioception, Balance, Muscle Strength, and Lower Limb Function in Female Team Handball Players

2004 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 88-94 ◽  
Author(s):  
Inger Holm ◽  
Merete Aarsland Fosdahl ◽  
Astrid Friis ◽  
May Arna Risberg ◽  
Grethe Myklebust ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Neuromuscular Training ◽  
Limb Function ◽  
Team Handball ◽  
Lower Limb Function

scholarly journals Relative Hand Grip and Back Muscle Strength, but Not Mean Muscle Strength, as Risk Factors for Incident Metabolic Syndrome and Its Metabolic Components: 16 Years of Follow-Up in a Population-Based Cohort Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (11) ◽  
pp. 5198
Author(s):  
Yoo Jeong Jeon ◽  
Seung Ku Lee ◽  
Chol Shin
Keyword(s):  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Back Muscle ◽  
Men And Women ◽  
Back Muscle Strength ◽  
Hand Grip ◽  
Change In The Mean ◽  
Cox Proportional Hazard Regression ◽  
The Relationship

Muscle strength is associated with health outcomes and can be considered an important disease predictor. There are several studies examining the relationship between hand grip strength (HGS) and metabolic syndrome (MetS). However, no results have been reported for long term longitudinal studies. In this study, we investigated the relationship between mean HGS, back muscle strength (BMS), relative HGS and BMS, and MetS. A total of 2538 non-MetS subjects aged 40–69 years (1215 women and 1323 men) in the Korean Genome and Epidemiology Study (KoGES) Ansan cohort were followed for 16 years. The relationships between incident MetS (iMetS) and muscle strength were estimated using Cox proportional hazard regression models after adjusting for the confounding factors. Increases in standard deviation (SD) and the lower quartile groups for relative HGS and BMS were significantly associated with iMetS in men and women. Moreover, increases in SD and high quintile groups (decreased HGS group) for the delta change in the mean and relative HGS were significantly associated with iMetS in men only. In addition, SD increases for the relative HGS and BMS were significantly associated with iMetS components in men and women. The present study suggests that lower relative HGS and BMS are associated with high risk for the future development of MetS.

scholarly journals Association between Trunk Muscle Strength and Fall Risk in Older Men and Women with Lumbar Spondylosis

Healthcare ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 521
Author(s):  
Tadashi Ito ◽  
Yoshihito Sakai ◽  
Hideshi Sugiura ◽  
Keitaro Kawai ◽  
Yoshifumi Morita ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Older Men ◽  
Abdominal Muscle ◽  
Back Muscle ◽  
Lumbar Spondylosis ◽  
Back Muscle Strength ◽  
Risk Of Falls ◽  
Abdominal Muscle Strength ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Older Men And Women

Various factors significantly affect the risk of falls among older adults with lumbar spondylosis. However, the relationship between falls and trunk muscle strength in older men is poorly explored. Thus, we aimed to investigate the relationship between back muscle strength and fall risk in older men and women with lumbar spondylosis. Based on self-reported fall scores, 39 outpatients were classified into two groups. Back and abdominal muscle strength, among other data, were compared between the two groups. Spearman’s rank correlation analysis was used to assess the relationship between fall scores and selected variables. Back (r = −0.491, p = 0.002) and abdominal muscle strength (r = −0.415, p = 0.009) were related to the fall score. Furthermore, back and abdominal muscle strength were related to the fall score in women with a high risk of falls, whereas back muscle strength, erector spinae, and lumbar multifidus cross-sectional areas, and visual analog scale were related to the fall score in men with a high risk of falling. Back muscle strength and fall scores may be useful to assess the risk of falls in older patients with lumbar spondylosis. However, evaluating this relationship may require separate sex-specific analyses.

scholarly journals Blood Pressure and Lower Limb Function in Older Persons

2006 ◽  
Vol 61 (8) ◽  
pp. 839-843 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. C. Shah ◽  
R. S. Wilson ◽  
J. L. Bienias ◽  
Z. Arvanitakis ◽  
D. A. Evans ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Older Persons ◽  
Limb Function ◽  
Lower Limb Function

scholarly journals Kinesiophobia, Pain, Muscle Functions, and Functional Performances among Older Persons with Low Back Pain

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nor Azizah Ishak ◽  
Zarina Zahari ◽  
Maria Justine
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Older Persons ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Numerical Rating Scale ◽  
Rehabilitation Program ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Back Muscle Strength ◽  
Muscle Functions

Objectives. This study aims (1) to determine the association between kinesiophobia and pain, muscle functions, and functional performances and (2) to determine whether kinesiophobia predicts pain, muscle functions, and functional performance among older persons with low back pain (LBP). Methods. This is a correlational study, involving 63 institutionalized older persons (age = 70.98±7.90 years) diagnosed with LBP. Anthropometric characteristics (BMI) and functional performances (lower limb function, balance and mobility, and hand grip strength) were measured. Muscle strength (abdominal and back muscle strength) was assessed using the Baseline® Mechanical Push/Pull Dynamometer, while muscle control (transverse abdominus and multifidus) was measured by using the Pressure Biofeedback Unit. The pain intensity and the level of kinesiophobia were measured using Numerical Rating Scale and Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia, respectively. Data were analyzed using Pearson’s correlation coefficients and multivariate linear regressions. Results. No significant correlations were found between kinesiophobia and pain and muscle functions (all p>0.05). Kinesiophobia was significantly correlated with mobility and balance (p=0.038, r=0.263). Regressions analysis showed that kinesiophobia was a significant predictor of mobility and balance (p=0.038). Conclusion. We can conclude that kinesiophobia predicted mobility and balance in older persons with LBP. Kinesiophobia should be continuously assessed in clinical settings to recognize the obstacles that may affect patient’s compliance towards a rehabilitation program in older persons with LBP.

scholarly journals The Effect of Two Weeks Physiotherapy on Lower Limb Function and Pain after Lower Limb Amputation

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (16) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tadas Pundinas ◽  
Saulė Sipavičienė
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Functional Independence ◽  
Pain Scale ◽  
Lower Limb Amputation ◽  
Limb Amputation ◽  
Joint Movement ◽  
Limb Function ◽  
Lower Limb Function

Research background. Rehabilitation after amputation is very important, during which the patient receives help, and preparation for prosthetics is underway. During the prosthetic rehabilitation phase, the patient is adapted to use and control the prosthesis. Therefore it is relevant to determine the effect of physiotherapy on limb function and pain. The aim. The aim of the research was to evaluate the effect of two weeks’ physiotherapy on lower limb function and pain after lower limb amputation. Methods. The criteria for selection of patients were the primary stage of rehabilitation after lower limb amputation, age more than 18 years. Patients were evaluated before and after the rehabilitation. The evaluated parameters were pain, using visual pain scale (score), muscle strength of the amputated limb using Lovett score system, the range of motion of the joint above the amputated region using a goniometer, functional independence of patients using the functional independence test and in order to fnd out how the patient feels, the self-assessment scale was applied. Results. After the research, limb pain decreased, muscle strength and range of motion improved. The results were statistically signifcant (p < 0.05). Conclusion. After two weeks of physiotherapy, the muscle strength of the amputated limb and the range of motion of the joint movement increased, pain was reduced.Keywords: limb amputation, pain, function, strength, amplitudes.

scholarly journals Effect of non-invasive brain stimulation on lower limb function in patients after stroke: A PRISMA-compliant systematic review and meta-analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 501-508
Author(s):  
Xueyi Ni ◽  
Liru Cui ◽  
Ruixia Bi ◽  
Jinghua Qian
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Motor Function ◽  
Brain Stimulation ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Walking Speed ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
P Value ◽  
Limb Function ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Lower Limb Function

Background: In recent years, it is reported that non-invasive brain stimulation [including transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) and repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)] could improve lower limb function in patients after stroke. However, some studies showed no effect. In the present study, we aimed to make a meta-analysis to assess effect of non-invasive brain stimulation on lower limb function in patients after stroke. Methods: Studies exploring the effect of tDCS or rTMS on lower limb function in patients after stroke were searched on the PubMed, Web of Science, EMBASE, Medline, Google Scholar before March 2021. Meta-analysis was made to summarize results of these studies. Results: The present study showed significantly better walking speed, mobility and muscle strength increase effect in tDCS group compared to sham tDCS group [walking speed: standard mean difference (SMD) = 1.14, 95% CI = 0.48 to 1.80, I2 = 74.0%, p value for Q test < 0.001; mobility: SMD = 0.79, 95% CI = 0.21 to 1.36, I2 = 53.8%, p value for Q test = 0.043; muscle strength: SMD = 2.79, 95% CI = 0.61 to 4.98, I2 = 93.9%, p value for Q test < 0.001]. In addition, meta-analysis showed significantly better walking speed, balance and motor function increase effect in rTMS group compared to sham rTMS group [walking speed: SMD = 3.31, 95% CI = 1.38 to 5.24, I2 = 92.1%, p value for Q test < 0.001; balance: SMD = 3.54, 95% CI = 1.45 to 5.63, I2 = 95.4%, p value for Q test < 0.001; motor function: SMD = 1.65, 95% CI = 0.53 to 2.76, I2 = 90.3%, p value for Q test < 0.001]. Conclusions: This meta-analysis suggested that non-invasive brain stimulation improved lower limb function in patients after stroke. More large scale, blinded RCTs were necessary to confirm the effect of rTMS and tDCS on lower limb function in patients after stroke.

PENGARUH SENAM JANTUNG SEHAT SERI-I TERHADAP DAYA TAHAN JANTUNG-PARU, KEKUATAN OTOT DAN KADAR TNF-? PLASMA PADA LANJUT USIA

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Ajeng Fitria ◽  
Leonardo Lubis ◽  
Ambrosius Purba
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
P Value ◽  
Back Muscle ◽  
Back Muscle Strength ◽  
Shoulder Muscles ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Post Test

The increasing number of elderly and elderly life expectancy is a challenge for health workers. Decreased cardiac endurance, muscle strength and increased incidence of inflammation will occur in the elderly as we get older. health cardio exercises series-I is an aerobic exercise that has moderate intensity and is carried out for 30 minutes, research is needed to analyze the effect on cardiac endurance, muscle strength and decrease plasma TNF-? levels in the elderly. Research design with experimental method, pre-test and post-test design approach. The study was conducted for 4 weeks on 25 samples which were divided into 3 groups of frequency of health cardio exercises series-I to measure endurance of the heart. A 6-minute road test and muscle strength were used for hand grip strength dynamometer, test back and leg dynamometer. Measurement of plasma TNF-? levels is carried out using the Elisa method. The data was then analyzed using paired t-test to see differences before and after health cardio exercises series-I. The results showed health cardio exercises series-I performed 3x / mg can increase the heart's endurance compared to the frequency of 4x / mg and 5x / mg (-16.11 vs 15.62 vs -47.62 meters). health cardio exercises series-I frequency of 3x / mg and 4x / mg can increase back muscle strength (p-value = 0.019, p <0.05) and the frequency of 5x / mg can increase the strength of attractive shoulder muscles. (p-value = 0.033, p <0.05). Health cardio exercises series-I performed 3x / mg, 4x / mg and 5x / mg did not have a significant effect on plasma TNF-? protein expression in the elderly (0.506 vs 0.856 vs. 0.382, p <0.05). It is suggested that the elderly can do I-1 series heart exercise with a frequency of 3x / mg to increase the heart's lung endurance and back muscle strength, a health cardio exercises series-I 4x / mg series to increase muscle strength of the back back, a series of health cardio exercises series-I frequency of 5x / mg to increase attractive shoulder muscle strength.

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