Histological characteristics of the vastus lateralis muscle in patients undergoing hip surgery
In aging populations, musculoskeletal changes cause a decline in the ability to perform activities of daily living, to exercise or to maintain an active lifestyle. Musculoskeletal changes may include the loss of muscle mass (sarcopenia), joint changes (osteoarthritis), or bone deterioration (osteopo...
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University of British Columbia
2009
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Online Access: | http://hdl.handle.net/2429/15296 |