The aim of the study was to test efficiency of the sensory-motor training (SMT) for trunk stability in subjects with a low back pain. After 8 weeks of the training the subjects were very satisfied with the results (8 points out of 10). Oswestry questionnaire showed improved marks (p ( 0.01). Strength increased in trunk flexors and side trunk flexors (p ( 0.001 and p ( 0.05, respectively). Flexibility in hip flexion and extension improved (p ( 0.05 and p ( 0.01, respectively). The experiment proved that SMT improved neuro-muscular control in subjects with low back pain.
F.21 Development of new health/diagnostic methods/procedures
COBISS.SI-ID: 2092755The aim of this study was to evaluate muscle fatigue in upper body muscles during 100-meters all-out front crawl by analyzing electromyographic (EMG). The velocity, stroke length and stroke rate decreased during the swim. EMG amplitude of the triceps and the lower part of latissimus muscles increased, while the mean power frequency (MNF) of all muscles significantly decreased by 20 to 25%. No significant differences (p)0.05) in the relative MNF decrease among the muscles indicated similar level of relative fatigue in all observed muscles.
F.02 Acquisition of new scientific knowledge
COBISS.SI-ID: 3881905Strength training in older subjects gains more and more attention and is responsible for maintaining functional abilities in older age. Additionally, it influences other motor abilities. Strength training is the most important exercise modality to increases muscle mass, strength and power. Since the limited mobility, falls, arthritis, osteoporotic injuries, frailty, functional disability are significantly related to strength and power loss, a need to include strength training into life style of older persons seems mandatory. This is even more important in frail elderly because of their low strength and power they are not able to do other activities.
B.04 Guest lecture
COBISS.SI-ID: 4137835