Reliability of quadriceps muscle power and explosive force, and relationship to physical function in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: an observational prospective multicenter study.

Conclusion: The standardized isotonic protocol with computerized dynamometry was reliable in assessing quadriceps power in COPD. Our data highlights that average power correlates best with functional capacity, indicating higher relevance than static measures when investigating determinants of function.
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Source: Physiotherapy Theory and Practice - September 18, 2019 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Bui KL, Maia N, Saey D, Dechman G, Maltais F, Camp PG, Mathur S Tags: Physiother Theory Pract Source Type: research