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Lumbar flexor-extensor ratio does not change with age despite a reduction in multifidus volume
  Introduction: Trunk musculature is an important contributor to spinal stability. In a healthy population, ageing leads to generalised muscle volume loss. Whilst the benefits of synergistic muscle activity for a supported spine are well reported, age-related changes of relative muscle volume are less well-documented. Therefore, the aim of this preliminary study was to identify trunk muscle volume and ratio of flexors to extensors in a young and mature group of healthy participants.

  • Date:

    02 October 2013

  • Publication Status:

    Unpublished

  • DOI:

    10.1007/s00586-013-2947-6

  • Funders:

    Historic Funder (pre-Worktribe)

Citation

Valentin, S., Elliott, J., & Licka, T. (2013, October). Lumbar flexor-extensor ratio does not change with age despite a reduction in multifidus volume. Paper presented at Eurospine Annual Meeting 2013, Liverpool

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