SHORT-TERM FREE-FALL LANDING CAUSES REDUCED BONE SIZE AND BENDING ENERGY IN FEMORA OF GROWING RATS
The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of a mechanical loading course (short-term free-fall landing) on femoral geometry and biomechanical properties in growing rats. Thirty-two female Wistar rats (7-week-old) were randomly assigned to three groups: L30 (n = 11), L10 (n = 11) and CON...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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University of Uludag
2013-03-01
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Series: | Journal of Sports Science and Medicine |
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Online Access: | http://www.jssm.org/vol12/n1/1/v12n1-1text.php |