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This study shows transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a reliable method to measure corticomotor excitability (CE) in the gluteus maximus. Findings provide a reference for future research on muscle activation and training.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Biomechanics
  • Sports Medicine

Background:

  • Gluteus maximus activation is key for sport-specific training to prevent knee injuries.
  • Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can assess corticomotor excitability (CE) changes related to gluteus maximus activation.
  • Understanding CE is crucial for evaluating training-induced adaptations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the feasibility and reliability of using TMS to assess gluteus maximus CE.
  • To establish a reliable method for measuring gluteus maximus CE in healthy adults.
  • To provide a reference for future studies investigating gluteus maximus activation.

Main Methods:

  • A reliability study involving 10 healthy adults.
  • Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) was used to measure gluteus maximus CE during a double-leg bridge.
  • Intraclass correlation coefficients (ICC), standard error of measurement, and minimal detectable change (MDC) were calculated for TMS variables.

Main Results:

  • Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a feasible method for measuring gluteus maximus corticomotor excitability (CE).
  • Intraclass correlation coefficients (ICCs) for all TMS outcome measures ranged from 0.73 to 0.97, indicating good to excellent reliability.
  • Minimal detectable change (MDC) values were smaller for cortical silent period and MEP latency compared to MEP amplitude.

Conclusions:

  • The study successfully demonstrated a feasible method for measuring gluteus maximus CE using TMS.
  • Small minimal detectable change values for cortical silent period and MEP latency offer reliable metrics for future research.
  • This method can help elucidate central mechanisms in gluteus maximus activation and training responses.