Effects of Whole-Body Vibration Exercise on Lower-Extremity Muscle Strength and Power in an Older Population: A Randomized Clinical Trial
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- 1 April 2008
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Oxford University Press (OUP) in Physical Therapy
- Vol. 88 (4) , 462-470
Abstract
Background and Purpose: Vibration training is a relatively new exercise intervention. This study investigated the effects of vibration exercise on strength (force-producing capacity) and power in older adults who are healthy.Keywords
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