Bruin, L. (Larissa) (2015) The differences and relations in active range of motion during functional tasks, isometric muscle strength and physical functioning of young adults and healthy elderly. thesis, Human Movement Sciences.
Full text available on request.Abstract
Introduction: Active shoulder range of motion (AROM) is an important parameter to quantify the kinematic abilities of individuals. Earlier research has focussed on the maximal AROM in elderly subjects, although this is not necessary for performing the daily activities. AROM could be affected by the ability to produce an adequate amount of muscle force, which is required to move the joint through a specified part of its range. Therefore, the aim of the study was to investigate the differences in active range of motion during functional tasks, isometric muscle strength and physical functioning of young adults and healthy elderly. Correlations between the variables were analysed. Methods: Ten young adults, nine healthy elderly and one SAPS patient were investigated. The performance of nine movements was recorded by the Optotrak motion capture system. Maximal muscle strength was measured with the KinCom. Physical fitness was assessed with the SF-36. Results: The maximal elevation angle used during flexion seems to be restricted in elderly males. Active range of rotation is affected in elderly females. No restrictions in peak elevation angle during the daily tasks were found while aging. In the elderly, only a decline in adduction strength was found. Significant correlations between AROM and muscle strength were only apparent in the elderly group. Conclusion: It could be expected that elderly don’t have restrictions that are a consequence of limitations in AROM or muscle strength, while performing ADL. This was supported by the high physical fitness of these participants. The present data could be used as a basis of comparison in the evaluation of patients with SAPS. Keywords: Elderly, active range of motion, isometric muscle strength, physical fitness
| Item Type: | Thesis (UNSPECIFIED) |
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| Supervisor name: | Murgia, dr. A. and Dekker, dr. R. and Diercks, prof. dr. R. and Hijmans, dr. J. |
| Faculty: | Medical Sciences |
| Date Deposited: | 08 Apr 2022 11:44 |
| Last Modified: | 08 Apr 2022 11:44 |
| URI: | https://umcg.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/3073 |
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