Methods for Improving Quadriceps Femoris Strength after Total Knee Arthroplasty

Research background. The recovery of quadriceps femoris muscle strength after total knee arthroplasty is suboptimal. Quadriceps weakness is associated with decreased gait speed, balance, stair–climbing and chair rise ability, as well as increased risk for falls. Scientifc data about the impact of p...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Toma Petkutė, Eglė Lendraitienė
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Lithuanian Sports University 2019-03-01
Series:Reabilitacijos Mokslai: Slauga, Kineziterapija, Ergoterapija
Online Access:https://journals.lsu.lt/reabilitacijos-mokslai/article/view/706