Background: Previous studies on the five-repetition chair stand test (CS-5) are limited by the
representativeness of the sample or the lack of reference equations for CS-5. Defined …

Prolonged and static sitting postures provoke physical inactivity at VDU workplaces and are
therefore discussed as risk factors for the musculoskeletal system. Manufacturers have …

Introduction Skeletal muscle power has been demonstrated to be a stronger predictor of
functional limitations than any other physical capability. However, no validated alternatives …

Background The associations of sarcopenia with adverse health status have highlighted the
importance of sarcopenia research and intervention. This study was designed to analyze the …

Low back pain (LBP) is a common musculoskeletal disorder and prolonged sitting often
aggravates LBP. A novel dynamic ergonomic chair ('Back App'), which facilitates less hip …

Background The sit-to-stand (STS) test is usually included in the clinical assessment of
balance and its instrumented analysis may support clinicians in objectively assessing the …

In their manuscript recently published, Cesari et al. 1 suggested that scores on the three
subcomponents of the Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB), namely timed usual gait …

The aim of this study was to analyze the clinical relevance of sensor-based daily life chair
rise performance measured in old people. A pendant-sensor was worn during standardized …

Studies show that body-fixed motion sensors can be used for long-term monitoring of sit-to-
stand (STS) performance in older persons. However, it is unclear how sensor-based …

Objectives To evaluate the association between performance on a single chair stand and
moderate to severe exertional dyspnea. Design Cross‐sectional. Setting Cardiovascular …