Maximum static inspiratory and expiratory pressures with different lung volumes

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Maximum pressures developed by the respiratory muscles can indicate the health of the respiratory system, help to determine maximum respiratory flow rates, and contribute to respiratory power development. Past measurements of maximum...

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Main Authors: Johnson Monique M, Scott William H, Johnson Arthur T, Lausted Christopher G, Coyne Karen M, Coursey Derya C
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-05-01
Series:BioMedical Engineering OnLine
Online Access:http://www.biomedical-engineering-online.com/content/5/1/29