Analysis of the neuromuscular activity during rising from a chair in water and on dry land

Cuesta‐Vargas, Antonio; Cano-Herrera, Carlos Leonardo; Heywood, Sophie

doi:10.1016/j.jelekin.2013.06.001

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“…This is partly explained by the experimental task used to calculate voluntary activation; the performance of MVCs. Since trunk muscles are generally recruited to between 3% and 45% MVC during daily activities (Bouillon et al, 2012;Cuesta-Vargas et al, 2013;Grooten et al, 2013;Lariviere et al, 2013) and the physical activity level in patients was similar to that in the controls, it is not surprising that the neural drive at 50% MVC was not different between the patients and the controls. Moreover, the smaller EMG activity of back extensors at 100% MVC found in the present study echoes previous findings regarding adaptation of muscle activity during pain, which reflects an altered strategy in the control of motor units (Farina et al, 2005;Wong et al, 2013).…”

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Impaired neural drive in patients with low back pain

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European Journal of Pain

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Impaired neural drive in patients with low back pain

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Chou

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European Journal of Pain

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“…Other study describes the functional movement of the STS task in water as aquatic rehabilitation programs. It showed less muscle activity in the lower limb might allow successful completion of the STS movement for people with reduced leg strength but it should be considered higher trunk activity to control the movement in [11]. …”

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Surface electromyography during physical exercise in water: a systematic review

Cuesta‐Vargas

Cano-Herrera

2014

BMC Sports Sci Med Rehabil

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BackgroundAquatic exercise has been widely used for rehabilitation and functional recovery due to its physical and physiological benefits. However, there is a high variability in reporting on the muscle activity from surface electromyographic (sEMG) signals. The aim of this study is to present an updated review of the literature on the state of the art of muscle activity recorded using sEMG during activities and exercise performed by humans in water.MethodsA literature search was performed to identify studies of aquatic exercise movement.ResultsTwenty-one studies were selected for critical appraisal. Sample size, functional tasks analyzed, and muscles recorded were studied for each paper. The clinical contribution of the paper was evaluated.ConclusionsMuscle activity tends to be lower in water-based compared to land-based activity; however more research is needed to understand why. Approaches from basic and applied sciences could support the understanding of relevant aspects for clinical practice.

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“…It is known that the heated water temperature contributes to muscle relaxation (Biasoli and Machado, 2006) and increased blood supply to the skeletal muscle system by peripheral vasodilation (Becker, 2009;Biasoli and Machado, 2006;Rahmann et al, 2009). Cuesta-Vargas et al (2013a) found increased electrical activity of some muscles of the legs on the ground compared with in water; however, when evaluating the trunk muscles, there was a larger increase in the electromyographic signal in the aquatic environment. Müller et al (2005) also found an increase in the electrical activity of the trunk muscles during immersion in water compared with on the ground, both at standard speed and full speed.…”

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“…Volume 31, Number 1, p. 19-25, 2015 A study by Pinto et al (2010) showed no differences in the amplitude of the myoelectric signal for maximum strength exercises performed in water and on land. On the other hand, other studies found a reduction of the muscle electrical activity during exercises in the water compared with on the ground (Cuesta Vargas et al, 2013a;Fujisawa et al, 1998;Kelly et al, 2000;Masumoto et al, 2004;Pöyhönen et al, 1999). Müller et al (2005) found that when the move occurred at full speed, there was increased electromyographic activity on land and in water.…”

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Muscle electrical activity during exercises with and without load executed on dry land and in an aquatic environment

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Introduction: Muscle activity in the aquatic environment was investigated using electromyographic analyses.The physical properties of water and the resistance used may influence the response of the muscle during exercise. The objective of this study was to evaluate the electrical activity in water and on the floor during flexion and knee extension exercises with and without load and aimed at understanding the muscular response while performing resistance exercises in water. Methods: The sample consisted of 14 volunteers between 18 and 35 years old who were subjected to active exercises involving knee flexion and extension with and without load on the floor and in water. Electromyography was performed during the movement. Results: A significant increase was found in the electrical activity of the rectus femoris muscle during exercises on the floor. The biceps femoris muscle showed increased electromyographic activity when resistance was used. A significant increase was found in the electrical activity of the rectus femoris muscle compared with exercises with and without load and the moment of rest in immersion. The electrical activity of the rectus and biceps femoris muscles was reduced in exercises with load and without load in a therapy pool compared with on the floor. Conclusion: There was a reduction of the electromyographic activity in the aquatic environment compared with that on the ground, which could be attributed to the effects from hot water. Therefore, it is believed that resistance exercises can be performed early in a therapy pool, which will facilitate the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders.

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Analysis of the neuromuscular activity during rising from a chair in water and on dry land

Cited by 25 publications

References 38 publications

Impaired neural drive in patients with low back pain

Impaired neural drive in patients with low back pain

Surface electromyography during physical exercise in water: a systematic review

Muscle electrical activity during exercises with and without load executed on dry land and in an aquatic environment

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