Open AccessLower Extremity Muscle Strength and Force Variability in Persons With Parkinson Disease
Author(s) -
Jared W. Skinner,
Evangelos A. Christou,
Chris J. Hass
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
journal of neurologic physical therapy
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.046
H-Index - 52
eISSN - 1557-0584
pISSN - 1557-0576
DOI - 10.1097/npt.0000000000000244
Subject(s) - isometric exercise , ankle , plantar flexion , medicine , physical medicine and rehabilitation , hip flexion , physical therapy , ankle dorsiflexion , range of motion , anatomy
Adequate lower limb strength and motor control are essential for mobility and quality of life. People with Parkinson disease (PD) experience a significant and progressive decline in motor capabilities as part of this neurodegenerative disease. The primary objective of this study was to examine the effect of PD on (1) muscular strength and (2) force steadiness in muscles that are primarily responsible for locomotion and stability.