Lumbar flexor-extensor ratio does not change with age despite a reduction in multifidus volume

Valentin, Stephanie; Elliott, James; Licka, Theresia

Abstract

Introduction: Trunk musculature is an important contributor to spinal stability. In a healthy population, ageing leads to generalised muscle volume loss. Whilst the benefits of synergistic muscle activity for a supported spine are well reported, age-related changes of relative muscle volume are less well-documented. Therefore, the aim of this preliminary study was to identify trunk muscle volume and ratio of flexors to extensors in a young and mature group of healthy participants.

Citation

Valentin, S., Elliott, J., & Licka, T. (2013, October). Lumbar flexor-extensor ratio does not change with age despite a reduction in multifidus volume. Paper presented at Eurospine Annual Meeting 2013, Liverpool

• Presentation Conference Type: Conference Paper (unpublished)
• Conference Name: Eurospine Annual Meeting 2013
• Conference Location: Liverpool
• Start Date: Oct 2, 2013
• End Date: Oct 4, 2013
• Publication Date: 2013
• Deposit Date: Feb 8, 2023
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00586-013-2947-6