Sven S. Rees
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Sven S. Rees has a total of 7 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
Aron J. Murphy
Human Performance Laboratory, School of Leisure, Sport and Tourism, University of Technology, Sydney, Australia
3 shared publicationsMark L. Watsford
Human Performance Laboratory, School of Leisure, Sport and Tourism, University of Technology, Sydney, Australia
3 shared publicationsAaron J. Coutts
2 shared publicationsAron J Murphy
AJ Murphy, PhD, is Associate Professor, School of Leisure, Sport and Tourism, University of Technology, Sydney
1 shared publicationKen A. McLachlan
1 shared publicationKen A. Mclachlan
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
- 1 July 2009
- Published by Elsevier in Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
- Vol. 12 (4) , 440-444
Effects of whole body vibration on postural steadiness in an older population
- 1 July 2009
- Published by Elsevier in Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
- Vol. 12 (4) , 440-444
Effects of whole body vibration on postural steadiness in an older population
- 1 April 2008
- Published by Oxford University Press (OUP) in Physical Therapy
- Vol. 88 (4) , 462-470
Effects of Whole-Body Vibration Exercise on Lower-Extremity Muscle Strength and Power in an Older Population: A Randomized Clinical Trial
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.
- 1 April 2008
- Published by Oxford University Press (OUP) in Physical Therapy
- Vol. 88 (4) , 462-470
Effects of Whole-Body Vibration Exercise on Lower-Extremity Muscle Strength and Power in an Older Population: A Randomized Clinical Trial
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.
- 1 May 2007
- Published by Wolters Kluwer Health in Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research
- Vol. 21 (2) , 572-577
EFFECTS OF PROPRIOCEPTIVE NEUROMUSCULAR FACILITATION STRETCHING ON STIFFNESS AND FORCE-PRODUCING CHARACTERISTICS OF THE ANKLE IN ACTIVE WOMEN
The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching on musculotendinous unit (MTU) stiffness of the ankle joint. Twenty active women were assessed for maximal ankle range of motion, maximal strength of planter flexors, rate of force development, and ankle MTU stiffness. Subjects were randomly allocated into an experimental (n = 10) group or control group (n = 10). The experimental group performed PNF stretching on the ankle joint 3 times per week for 4 weeks, with physiological testing performed before and after the training period. After training, the experimental group significantly increased ankle range of motion (7.8%), maximal isometric strength (26%), rate of force development (25%), and MTU stiffness (8.4%) (p < 0.001). Four weeks of PNF stretching contributed to an increase in MTU stiffness, which occurred concurrently with gains to ankle joint range of motion. The results confirm that MTU stiffness and joint range of motion measurements appear to be separate entities. The increased MTU stiffness after the training period is explained by adaptations to maximal isometric muscle contractions, which were a component of PNF stretching. Because a stiffer MTU system is linked with an improved the ability to store and release elastic energy, PNF stretching would benefit certain athletic performance due to a reduced contraction time or greater mechanical efficiency. The results of this study suggest PNF stretching is a useful modality at increasing a joint's range of motion and its strength.
- 1 May 2007
- Published by Wolters Kluwer Health in Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research
- Vol. 21 (2) , 572-577
EFFECTS OF PROPRIOCEPTIVE NEUROMUSCULAR FACILITATION STRETCHING ON STIFFNESS AND FORCE-PRODUCING CHARACTERISTICS OF THE ANKLE IN ACTIVE WOMEN
The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching on musculotendinous unit (MTU) stiffness of the ankle joint. Twenty active women were assessed for maximal ankle range of motion, maximal strength of planter flexors, rate of force development, and ankle MTU stiffness. Subjects were randomly allocated into an experimental (n = 10) group or control group (n = 10). The experimental group performed PNF stretching on the ankle joint 3 times per week for 4 weeks, with physiological testing performed before and after the training period. After training, the experimental group significantly increased ankle range of motion (7.8%), maximal isometric strength (26%), rate of force development (25%), and MTU stiffness (8.4%) (p < 0.001). Four weeks of PNF stretching contributed to an increase in MTU stiffness, which occurred concurrently with gains to ankle joint range of motion. The results confirm that MTU stiffness and joint range of motion measurements appear to be separate entities. The increased MTU stiffness after the training period is explained by adaptations to maximal isometric muscle contractions, which were a component of PNF stretching. Because a stiffer MTU system is linked with an improved the ability to store and release elastic energy, PNF stretching would benefit certain athletic performance due to a reduced contraction time or greater mechanical efficiency. The results of this study suggest PNF stretching is a useful modality at increasing a joint's range of motion and its strength.
- 1 January 2007
- Published by Wolters Kluwer Health in Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research
- Vol. 21 (2) , 572-7
Effects of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Stretching on Stiffness and Force-Producing Characteristics of the Ankle in Active Women
The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching on musculotendinous unit (MTU) stiffness of the ankle joint. Twenty active women were assessed for maximal ankle range of motion, maximal strength of planter flexors, rate of force development, and ankle MTU stiffness. Subjects were randomly allocated into an experimental (n = 10) group or control group (n = 10). The experimental group performed PNF stretching on the ankle joint 3 times per week for 4 weeks, with physiological testing performed before and after the training period. After training, the experimental group significantly increased ankle range of motion (7.8%), maximal isometric strength (26%), rate of force development (25%), and MTU stiffness (8.4%) (p < 0.001). Four weeks of PNF stretching contributed to an increase in MTU stiffness, which occurred concurrently with gains to ankle joint range of motion. The results confirm that MTU stiffness and joint range of motion measurements appear to be separate entities. The increased MTU stiffness after the training period is explained by adaptations to maximal isometric muscle contractions, which were a component of PNF stretching. Because a stiffer MTU system is linked with an improved the ability to store and release elastic energy, PNF stretching would benefit certain athletic performance due to a reduced contraction time or greater mechanical efficiency. The results of this study suggest PNF stretching is a useful modality at increasing a joint's range of motion and its strength.
- 1 January 2007
- Published by Wolters Kluwer Health in Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research
- Vol. 21 (2) , 572-7
Effects of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Stretching on Stiffness and Force-Producing Characteristics of the Ankle in Active Women
The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching on musculotendinous unit (MTU) stiffness of the ankle joint. Twenty active women were assessed for maximal ankle range of motion, maximal strength of planter flexors, rate of force development, and ankle MTU stiffness. Subjects were randomly allocated into an experimental (n = 10) group or control group (n = 10). The experimental group performed PNF stretching on the ankle joint 3 times per week for 4 weeks, with physiological testing performed before and after the training period. After training, the experimental group significantly increased ankle range of motion (7.8%), maximal isometric strength (26%), rate of force development (25%), and MTU stiffness (8.4%) (p < 0.001). Four weeks of PNF stretching contributed to an increase in MTU stiffness, which occurred concurrently with gains to ankle joint range of motion. The results confirm that MTU stiffness and joint range of motion measurements appear to be separate entities. The increased MTU stiffness after the training period is explained by adaptations to maximal isometric muscle contractions, which were a component of PNF stretching. Because a stiffer MTU system is linked with an improved the ability to store and release elastic energy, PNF stretching would benefit certain athletic performance due to a reduced contraction time or greater mechanical efficiency. The results of this study suggest PNF stretching is a useful modality at increasing a joint's range of motion and its strength.