The early changes in trunk muscle strength and disability following lumbar spine fusion
Abstract
To analyze trunk muscle function pre- and postoperatively in patients undergoing lumbar spine fusion. Associations between changes in trunk muscle strength and disability were also studied.A total of 114 patients undergoing lumbar spine fusion participated in the study. The flexion and extension strength of the trunk was measured preoperatively and 3 months after surgery using a strain-gauge dynamometer. Disability and pain during the past week...
Paper Details
Title
The early changes in trunk muscle strength and disability following lumbar spine fusion
Published Date
Jun 7, 2012
Volume
35
Issue
2
Pages
134 - 139
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