Influence of forearm orientation on biceps brachii tendon mechanics and elbow flexor force steadiness

This study investigated whether mechanics of the distal biceps brachii (BB) tendon mechanics across supinated, neutral and pronated forearm orientations influence position-dependent FS of the elbow flexors. Eleven males (23 ± 3 years) performed submaximal isometric elbow flexion tasks at low (5, 10% maximal voluntary contraction (MVC)) and high (25, 50, 75% MVC) force levels in supinated, neutral and pronated forearm orientations.
Source: Journal of Biomechanics - Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Source Type: research