The impact of strength training on calf muscle structure and function in youth and adolescents with cerebral palsy

Funding Activity

Website
http://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1075642

Funding Status
Closed

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Funded Activity Summary

Muscle spasticity is a primary cause of disability in individuals with cerebral palsy; however their muscles also do not develop properly: they are weak and resistant to stretch. Strength training causes muscle adaptations that increase strength and decrease stiffness. This study will examine the impact of a strength training intervention on muscle structure and function using innovative imaging techniques, motion analysis and measures of muscle strength and stretch, translating into better conservative intervention planning.

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 01-01-2014

End Date: 01-01-2017

Funding Scheme: Postgraduate Scholarships

Funding Amount: $89,857.00

Funder: National Health and Medical Research Council

Research Topics

ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)

Paediatrics

ANZSRC Socio-Economic Objective (SEO)

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Other Keywords

cerebral palsy | cerebral palsy treatments | disability | functional decline | muscle contracture | muscle function | muscle mechanics | muscle strength | training | ultrasound

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