Effect of Ankle States on Peak Torque of Knee Flexion and Extension for Old Adults

VernacularTitle:踝关节不同状态对老年人膝关节屈伸峰力矩的影响
Author: Zhixin NIU ; Qi ZHANG ; Qing YUE
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: elderly, ankle, knee, muscle strength, peak torque
From: Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice 2012;18(7):610-611
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objective To explore the effect of state of the ankle on peak torque of knee flexors and extensors. Methods 18 adults in community over 65 years old were included. Their peak torque with knee flexion and extension was measured under 4 kinds of action of ankle. Results There was significant difference in peak torque neither flexion nor extension among 4 kinds of action of ankle (P>0.05). Conclusion It is unimportant of the state of ankle for knee training.