The Hoffmann Reflex : methodologic considerations and applications for use in sports medicine and athletic training research
Deutscher übersetzter Titel: | Der Hoffmann-Reflex : methodische Überlegungen und Anwendungen für den Gebrauch in der Forschung der Sportmedizin und der Sportphysiotherapie |
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Autor: | Palmieri, Riann M.; Ingersoll, Christopher D.; Hoffman, Mark A. |
Erschienen in: | Journal of athletic training |
Veröffentlicht: | 39 (2004), 3, S. 268-277, Lit. |
Format: | Literatur (SPOLIT) |
Publikationstyp: | Zeitschriftenartikel |
Medienart: | Elektronische Ressource (online) Gedruckte Ressource |
Sprache: | Englisch |
ISSN: | 1062-6050, 0160-8320, 1938-162X |
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Erfassungsnummer: | PU201011008946 |
Quelle: | BISp |
Abstract
Objective: To discuss the proper methods used to elicit the Hoffmann reflex (H-reflex) and to present different situations in which this tool can be used in sports medicine research. Data Sources: We searched MEDLINE and SPORT Discus from 1960 to 2004 using the key words Hoffmann reflex, H-reflex, and methodology. The remaining citations were collected from references of similar papers. Data Synthesis:
Numerous authors have used the H-reflex as a tool to examine neurologic conditions. However, few have used the H-reflex to examine neuromuscular impairments after sport injuries. Several studies were available describing the appropriate methods to elicit the H-reflex and examining the reliability of this measurement in different muscles.
Conclusions/Recommendations: The H-reflex is a valuable tool to evaluate neurologic function in various populations. However, because of the sensitivity of this measurement to extraneous factors, care must be taken when eliciting the H-reflex. We discuss recommendations on how to elicit the H-reflex and how to appropriately present methods in a manuscript. Verf.-Referat