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Losses in triceps surae cross-sectional area were greater in the control group compared to the exercise group.
Targeting specific muscle groups during rehabilitation can mitigate atrophy effects.
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There were significant losses in triceps surae CSA in the CON and EX groups (P < 0.05), but the losses were greater in CON subjects (P < 0.01).
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Low‐volume resistance exercise attenuates the decline in strength and muscle mass associated with immobilization
Bryan R. Oates et al. · Muscle & Nerve · 2010
DOI 10.1002/mus.21721
rct · n=17Cited 63×
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