Measurement of ageing effects on muscle tone and mechanical properties of rectus femoris and biceps brachii in healthy males and females using a novel hand-held myometric device

Background Age and gender effects on muscle tone and mechanical properties have not been studied using hand-held myometric technology. Monitoring changes in muscle properties with ageing in community settings may provide a valuable assessment tool for detecting those at risk of premature decline an...

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Main Authors: Agyapong-Badu, Sandra (Author), Warner, Martin (Author), Samuel, Dinesh (Author), Stokes, Maria (Author)
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: 2016-01.
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