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This study establishes reference values for the bilateral heel-rise test, crucial for assessing triceps surae muscle performance. Normative data stratified by age and gender aids clinical interpretation of this functional test.

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  • Biomechanics
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Clinical Assessment

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  • The bilateral heel-rise test is a key instrument for evaluating triceps surae muscle function.
  • Establishing normative parameters is essential for its effective clinical application.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine and define reference values for the bilateral heel-rise test in an adult population.
  • To provide age and gender-stratified data for improved clinical utility.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study involving 147 healthy subjects.
  • Analysis of repetitions, time, and repetition rate until voluntary fatigue.
  • Stratification by age and gender, with multiple linear regression for reference equations.

Main Results:

  • Number of repetitions declines with increasing age.
  • Males generally perform more repetitions than females.
  • Predictors for repetitions and repetition rate include age, gender, BMI, and activity scores.

Conclusions:

  • Reference values for the bilateral heel-rise test are established as scores above the 25th percentile.
  • Specific 25th percentile repetition counts are provided for different age groups and genders.
  • These values enhance the clinical interpretation of triceps surae performance.