[Measurement of contraction force of pilot's neck muscles]

Space Med Med Eng (Beijing). 1998 Feb;11(1):69-70.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

In order to discuss the function of contraction force of pilot's neck region. Contraction force of pilot's neck region was measured in 22 volunteers aged 18-35 years. The mean contraction force is 102-396 N, the mean contraction time is 28 s. Authors think that training for pilot's neck muscular power is essential.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Aerospace Medicine*
  • Aviation / education
  • China
  • Humans
  • Military Personnel / education
  • Muscle Contraction*
  • Neck Muscles*