Purpose This narrative review provides an overview of the current knowledge of B-mode
ultrasound-derived echo intensity (EI) as an indicator of skeletal muscle quality. Method …

Muscle quality defined as the ratio of muscle strength to muscle mass disregards underlying
factors which influence muscle strength. The aim of this review was to investigate the …

Abstract Background Maximum muscle power (Pmax) is a biomarker of physical
performance in all ages. No longitudinal studies have assessed the effects of aging on Pmax …

Muscle echo intensity, as measured by ultrasonography, could be used as a new marker of
functional performance in older populations. This scoping review aimed to present evidence …

Recently, an equation that allows investigators to correct echo intensity for subcutaneous fat
was developed. We evaluated correlations between uncorrected and corrected echo …

The amount of experience with ultrasonography may influence measurement outcomes
while images are acquired or analyzed. The purpose of this study was to identify the …

This study investigated how joint angle influences fascicle shortening dynamics of
gastrocnemius medialis (GM) during explosive contractions and the resulting impact on rate …

Echo intensity may associate with indicators of skeletal muscle quality, but investigators
often use different methodological approaches that may alter echo intensity when acquiring …

Resistance exercise is an important strategy to reduce injuries and improve performance in
the fire service. However, given the large age range of firefighters, it is important to …

Neuromuscular function in young overweight/obese (OF) children is not well described. Aim
This study examined isometric and isokinetic leg extensor strength, muscle size (mCSA) and …