Electromyographic normalization of vastus lateralis and biceps femoris co-contraction during gait of elderly females

• Main Authors: Katy Andrade Monteiro Zacaron (Author), João Marcos Domingues Dias (Author), Mariana Asmar Alencar (Author), Luane Landim de Almeida (Author), Carlos Alberto Mourão-Júnior (Author), Rosângela Correa Dias (Author)
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• Published: Editora Champagnat.
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Abstract Introduction: Analyze muscle co-contraction using electromyographic signals, which are normalized to compare individuals, muscles and studies. Maximum voluntary isometric contraction (MVIC) and peak electrical activity (PEA) during movement are the most widely used forms of normalization. O...