Effects of sprint training on the cross-sectional area and modulus of elasticity of the Achilles tendon
Year: 2010
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: By making a comparative study of the cross-sectional area and modulus of elasticity of the Achilles tendon of sprinters and non-athletes, the authors found that as compared with non-athletes, sprinters’ Achilles tendon’s cross-sectional area is not significantly different, but their Achilles tendon’s modulus of elasticity is significant larger, and the difference is significant, which indicates that the tendon being able to bear greater pressure after sprint training may be realized through the change of the internal structure in stead of though thickening and fattening.
Source: journal of physical education
Author: Jinsong Liu
Language: English
Subfield: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W2391529381