Sphygmomanometer test to evaluate muscle strength in individuals with lower limb amputation: validity and reliability
Abstract Introduction: The sphygmomanometer test is an alternative and inexpensive method for assessment of muscle strength. This instrument was considered valid and reliable to measure the isometric strength in different health conditions, however, in individuals with limb amputations the properti...
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Editora Champagnat
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Series: | Fisioterapia em Movimento |
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