Factors contributing to the regulation and clinical assessment of muscular strength.
This paper reviews the physiological, anatomical, and biomechanical factors that contribute to the regulation of muscular strength and the factors to be considered in the clinical assessment of strength. In light of the procedural and mechanical aspects discussed, a comparison of various strength testing methods is made in order to assist the therapist in selecting the appropriate testing procedure to meet his objectives.
D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D005080:Exercise Test; D006801:Humans; D007866:Leg / Q000502:physiology; D009119:Muscle Contraction; D009132:Muscles / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000502:physiology*; D005082:Physical Exertion; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities