Inadequate activation of cortical motor areas during maximal and submaximal contractions of the knee extensors in COPD patients

F. Alexandre, N. Héraud, N. Oliver, A. Varray (Montpellier, Lodève, France)

Source: Annual Congress 2013 –The best abstracts in pulmonary rehabilitation and chronic care (sponsored by MOTEK Medical)
Disease area: Airway diseases

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