Isokinetic evaluation of quadriceps strength and endurance in moderate and severe asthmatic children

J. A. Craveiro, A. L. B. Cabral, C. R. Carvalho, A. Fanelli (Sao Paulo, Brazil)

Source: Annual Congress 2005 - Muscle training and chronic lung disease
Session: Muscle training and chronic lung disease
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 2783
Disease area: Airway diseases, Paediatric lung diseases

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