Whole body vibration improves maximum voluntary isometric contraction of knee extensors in patients with chronic kidney disease: A randomized controlled trial.

Background: Whole body vibration (WBV) training improves maximum voluntary isometric contraction (MVIC) of knee extensors, postural balance, functional capacity, and quality of life (QOL) in several diseases. The objective was to assess the efficacy of WBV training in patients with chronic kidney di...

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Published in:Physiotherapy Theory & Practice Vol. 35; no. 5; pp. 409 - 419
Main Authors: Fuzari, Helen K., Dornelas de Andrade, Armèle, A Rodrigues, Marco, I Medeiros, Ana, F Pessoa, Maíra, Lima, Amina M., Cerqueira, Mikhail S., Marinho, Patrícia E.
Format: research tables/charts randomized controlled trial Journal Article
Published: Taylor & Francis Ltd May2019
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