Fatigue and Kinematics During Isometric Activity of the Upper Limbs in Young and Older Adults

Relationship Between Perceive Effort, Physiological and Kinematic Changes During Upper Limbs Isometric Activity and Its Relationship With the Socio-demographic Characteristics

The aim of this study is to understand the relationship between perceived effort and physiological and kinematic variables caused by isometric activity of the upper limbs, as well as its relationship with socio-demographic characteristics, level of activity and quality of life.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Healthy
• Minimum age of 18 years;

Exclusion Criteria:

• Unable to provide written consent
• History of heart, cardiovascular and / or respiratory disease,
• Known untreated hypertension, cardiomyopathy, or exercise intolerance
• Presence of cognitive or neurological disorders
• Neuromuscular or orthopaedic disorder that limits the movement of the upper limb to 90° flexion or the maintenance of that position
• BMI ≥ 40