Abstract
Objectives:
The aim of this study was to compare torque-velocity profiles, muscle architecture, tendon dimensions, and bilateral-symmetry between competitive cyclists (CY), competitive runners (RN), ice-hockey players (IH), basketball players (BP), and physically-active individuals (CN) (n=10 for each group).
Methods:
Vastus lateralis (VL) muscle and patellar tendon (PT) structures were determined with B-mode ultrasonography, and maximal knee extensor isokinetic torque was assessed at three different velocities.
Results:
Optimal torque and velocity were lower in runners than CY, BP and IH (p
Description
This research investigates musculotendinous adaptations in athletes across different sports.