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Back muscle strength and weight limits in lifting burdens

E Poulsen

    Spine
    |January 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    Back muscles should bear lifting loads. Simple formulas predict maximum lifting capacity based on isometric back muscle strength for both men and women, aiding in injury prevention.

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