DECONDITIONING-MUSCLE WEAKNESS & ATROPHY
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SUMMARY
1. Strength can decrease as much as 20-30% within 7-9 days of bedrest.
2. 5 weeks of total inactivity leads to 50% reduction of muscle strength.
3. Strength is lost, especially in the quadriceps and extensors.
Reference(s)
Cifu, D.X. (2020). Braddom’s physical medicine and rehabilitation. Elsevier. Get it on Amazon.
Cuccurullo, S. (2019). Physical medicine and rehabilitation board review. New York: Demosmedical. Get it on Amazon.
O’Young, B., Young, M.A. and Stiens, S.A. (2008). Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Secrets. Mosby. Get it on Amazon.
