While force-velocity-power characteristics of resistance exercises, such as bench presses
and squats, have been well documented, little attention has been paid to load, force, and …

Acute low back pain (LBP) imposes a significant socioeconomical burden as it is the
condition that, worldwide, cause the most disability. Nonetheless, the literature regarding the …

BACKGROUND: Imbalance or decreased trunk strength has been associated with non-
specific low back pain (NSLBP). OBJECTIVE: This systematic review aimed (I) to evaluate …

BACKGROUND: Low back pain is one of the leading causes of disability globally, with a
high economic and social burden. A decrease or imbalance in trunk strength has been …

Introduction The evaluation of muscle strength is frequently used as part of the physical
examination process, with decreased trunk muscle strength reported in individuals with …

Trunk strength plays a vital role in athletic performance, rehabilitation and general health,
however, current assessment methods are expensive, non-portable or unreliable. This study …

Objective To assess the responsiveness of a hand-held dynamometer (HHD) in evaluating
changes in trunk isometric strength in people with chronic low back pain (LBP). Background …

Objectives The early initiation of the empirical antibiotic treatment and its impact on mortality
in patients with bacteraemia has been extensively studied. However, information on the …

Age-related declines in the musculoskeletal system may place additional demands on the
lumbar spine during everyday activities such as walking. This study aimed to investigate age …

Background The aim of this study was to analyze the strength status of the rectus abdominis
muscle in patients with incisional hernia and the relationship between the width of the hernia …