For analysis, the mean maximal strength of the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th measures were calculated and corrected for bodyweight.
Two measures were taken for each hand and the sum of the maximal strength of each hand was recorded [ 23].
For maximal strength, subjects also performed two explosive exercises for the upper and lower limbs [ 8].
At least two weeks before the infusion protocols, maximal strength tests were determined for each leg as a one repetition maximum (1RM; i.e., the maximal amount of weight lifted for one repetition during a concentric contraction, using a standard leg extension machine (Badger 2001 series by Magnum Fitness Systems, South Milwaukee, WI, USA).
Husby VS, Helgerud J, Bjørgen S, Husby OS, Benum P, Hoff J. Early maximal strength training is an efficient treatment for patients operated with total hip arthroplasty.
Simple linear regressions were used to determine the relationships between the maximal strength between evertors and ankle dorsiflexors for both centres (Lyon and Quebec).
Muscle strength was assessed as one-repetition maximal strength on a selectorized resistance exercise machine for six upper- and lower-body exercises.
Average power per training session, maximal strength tests (maximal exercise repetitions/min), three performance-based tests for physical function, SF36 for QoL were assessed in the beginning and every 6 months thereafter.
The results suggested that the sequential curing of the specimen in air for 4 days and water for 4 days led to the maximal strength.
In addition, Husby et al. [ 9] point out that early maximal strength training 1 week postoperatively is a feasible and an efficient treatment for regaining muscular strength for patients who have undergone THA.
