Search for dissertations about: "Cecilia Fridén"

Found 2 swedish dissertations containing the words Cecilia Fridén.

  2. 1. Neuromuscular performance and balance during the menstrual cycle and the influence of premenstrual symptoms

    Author : Cecilia Fridén; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Estrogen; progesterone; muscle strength; kinesthesia; coordination; postural control;

    Abstract : Several studies have demonstrated a higher incidence of sports related knee injuries among female athletes compared to their male counterparts regardless of exposure time and activity level. Different intrinsic and extrinsic factors have been proposed as risk factors in women. READ MORE

  4. 2. Training and hormones in physically active women : with and without oral contraceptive use

    Author : Lisbeth Wikström-Frisén; Karin Larsén; Anna Nordtröm; Cecilia Fridén; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; female athletes; hormones; menstrual cycle; oral contraceptive cycle; resistance training; muscle strength; power; body composition; female athlete triad; overreaching; overtraining syndrome;

    Abstract : Background: The number of women participating in sports has increased dramatically, though research in sports are often performed on men. Physical exercise is known to increase physical performance and improve well-being. READ MORE