Strength, Balance and Mobility in Children
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Gait and Posture published research regarding the relationship between lower extremity muscle strength, balance and mobility in 21 children ages 7-10. Each child’s isometric and dynamic strength was tested in addition to their steady-state, proactive, and reactive balance and mobility (single and dual task conditions). The results indicated the following:
- significant positive correlations between dynamic and isometric lower extremity muscle strength
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