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Neuromuscular Mechanisms Explaining Functional Decline

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This chapter describes the neuromuscular model of activity limitations in knee osteoarthritis. The current scientific evidence for components of the model (i.e. muscle strength, joint proprioception, joint laxity and varus-valgus motion) is reviewed.

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van der Esch, M., Dekker, J. (2014). Neuromuscular Mechanisms Explaining Functional Decline. In: Dekker, J. (eds) Exercise and Physical Functioning in Osteoarthritis. SpringerBriefs in Specialty Topics in Behavioral Medicine. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4614-7215-5_5

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