Ballistic strength training in adults with cerebral palsy may increase rate of force development in plantar flexors, but transition to walking remains unclear: a case series

• Main Authors: Beate Eltarvåg Gjesdal (Author), S. Mæland (Author), B. Bogen (Author), K. T. Cumming (Author), V. C. Nesse (Author), S. M. R. Torberntsson (Author), C. B. Rygh (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2022-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Persons with cerebral palsy (CP) walk with reduced ankle plantar flexor power compared to typically developing. In this study, we investigated whether a ballistic strength-training programme targeting ankle plantar flexors could improve muscle strength, muscle architecture and wa...