The relationship between latent trigger point and muscle strength in healthy subjects: A double-blind study
JOURNAL OF BACK AND MUSCULOSKELETAL REHABILITATION, vol.24, no.4, pp.251-256, 2011 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 24 Issue: 4
- Publication Date: 2011
- Doi Number: 10.3233/bmr-2011-0302
- Journal Name: JOURNAL OF BACK AND MUSCULOSKELETAL REHABILITATION
- Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
- Page Numbers: pp.251-256
- Istanbul University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
Background: Trigger points on the palpable taut bands of the muscles are promoted as an important cause of musculoskeletal pain. Our hypothesis was latent trigger points (LTrPs) could decrease muscle strength also in healthy people.