Publications by authors named "Cristiano M S Lopes"
Background: The hip abductor muscles control the pelvis in the frontal plane and allow the maintenance of trunk position and dynamic balance during weight-bearing activities.
Objective: To compare the side-lying and standing positions for hip abductor strength assessment with regards to torque production and myolectric activity.
Method: Concentric and eccentric hip abductor peak torque and total work, and myoelectric activity of the tensor fascia lata, gluteus medius, and inferior and superior portions of the gluteus maximus muscles were measured during maximal isokinetic tests for hip abductor strength in the side-lying and standing positions.