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[vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]We have laboratory facilities to assess different aspects of muscle function. This includes a Biodex dynamometer that allows for assessment of muscle force during isotonic, isometric or isokinetic contractions for a wide range of joints. This device can also employ a methodology that allows assessment of muscle fatigue. Additional capabilities for assessing muscle function include muscle electromyography.<\/p>\n

To assess isolated muscle function we have expertise in measuring muscle oxidative capacity non-invasively using near infrared spectroscopy (NIRS ). Furthermore, we have capabilities for sampling, processing and analyzing muscle biopsies (also refer to High-Resolution Respirometry core laboratory<\/a><\/span>).<\/p>\n

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Contacts<\/h3>[vc_column_text css=””]Harry Rossiter, Ph.D.
\nResearch Investigator
\nHRossiter@Lundquist.org<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Carrie Ferguson, Ph.D.
\nDirector of Core Labs
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