Muscle Strength

by Shrawan Kumar (Editor)

Overview

Muscle strength is an important topic for ergonomics practitioners and physiologists to understand, especially as it relates to workplace injuries. Muscle strength and function is at the heart of many injuries that lead to reduced productivity and economic strain on the worker, the company, and society as a whole.

This comprehensive source o

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781134202195
Publisher:	CRC Press
Publication date:	04/27/2004
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	538
File size:	12 MB
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About the Author

Shrawan Kumar

Table of Contents

Introduction and Terminology. Physiology and Biochemistry of Strength Generation and Factors Limiting Strength Development in Skeletal Muscle. Cardiac Effects of Strength Training. Determinants of Muscle Strength. Endurance The Ability to Persist in a Physical Task. Measurement of Localized Fatigue in Biceps Brachii Using Objective and Subjective Measures. Psychophysical Aspects of Muscle Strength. Isometric, Isoinertial, and Psychophysical Strength Testing: Devices and Protocols. Isokinetic Strength Testing: Devices and Protocols. Hand and Wrist Strength. Grasp at Sub-maximal Strength. Shoulder, Elbow, and Forearm Strength. Cervical Muscle Strength. Trunk and Lifting Strength. Pushing and Pulling Strength. Design Applications of Strength Data. Electromyography and Muscle Force. Myoelectric Manifestations of Muscle Fatigue. Work Site Physical Demands analysis Methods. Job Accommodations. Strength and Disability. Gaps in Knowledge/Summary and Future Work.