Search for dissertations about: "Björn Alkner"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the words Björn Alkner.

2. 1. Effects of unloading and resistance exercise on skeletal muscle function, size and composition in man

   Author : Björn Alkner; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Atrophy; bed rest; confinement; countermeasure; electromyography; human; knee extensors; magnetic resonance imaging; microgravity; muscle function; myosin heavy chains; plantar flexors; resistance exercise; skeletal muscle; spaceflight; strength; training specificity; unloading;

   Abstract : Exposure to microgravity, i.e., spaceflight, causes muscle unloading leading to muscle atrophy and dysfunction. Thus, there is a need for effective countermeasures to combat these effects. READ MORE