The assessment of quadriceps muscle strength in patients with COPD: The reliability and difference of adjustable, straight-backed chair and computerized dynamometer results

E. Calik, H. Demeyer, M. Spruyt, M. Hornikx, D. Langer, H. Van Remoortel, W. Janssens, T. Troosters (Ankara, Turkey; Leuven, Belgium)

Source: Annual Congress 2013 –Exercise, physiotherapy techniques and assessment in COPD
Session: Exercise, physiotherapy techniques and assessment in COPD
Session type: Poster Discussion
Number: 3163
Disease area: Airway diseases

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