Characterization of torque generating properties of ankle plantar flexor muscles in ambulant adults with cerebral palsy

ConclusionReduced torque and fascicle shortening during supramaximal stimulation of the tibial nerve indicate impaired contractile properties of plantar flexor muscles in adults with CP. Maximal torque was observed at a more plantarflexed position in adults with CP indicating an altered torque-fascicle length/ankle angle relation. The findings suggest that gait rehabilitation in adults with CP may require special focus on improvement of muscle contractility.

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Source: European Journal of Applied Physiology - April 13, 2019 Category: Physiology Source Type: research