The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy
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J Orthop Sports Phys Ther · Oct 2007
Comparative StudyIntrarater and interrater reliability of assessment of lumbar multifidus muscle thickness using rehabilitative ultrasound imaging.
Within-session intrarater and interrater reliability study. ⋯ A novice and an experienced assessor were both able to reliably perform this measure at rest for 2 vertebral levels using real-time ultrasound imaging. An average of 3 trials produced higher interrater reliability scores, though using a single trial per rater was also reliable.
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J Orthop Sports Phys Ther · Oct 2007
Characterization of lateral abdominal muscle thickness in persons with lower extremity amputations.
Retrospective review. ⋯ Despite the limitations of retrospective review, these findings provide an initial reference data set for future studies. Bilateral symmetry of the lateral abdominal wall muscle thicknesses at baseline and during the ADIM for those with unilateral lower extremity amputations is comparable to healthy individuals. Future studies should consider the potential influences of low back pain and gait training on symmetry of muscle thickness and muscle function based on level of amputation.