Reference Values for Maximal Inspiratory Pressure: A Systematic Review

BACKGROUND: Maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP) is the most commonly used measure to evaluate inspiratory muscle strength. Normative values for MIP vary significantly among studies, which may reflect differences in participant demographics and technique of MIP measurement.

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Main Authors: Isabela MB Sclauser Pessoa, Verônica Franco Parreira, Guilherme AF Fregonezi, A William Sheel, Frank Chung, W Darlene Reid
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2014-01-01
Series:Canadian Respiratory Journal
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/982374
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Summary:BACKGROUND: Maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP) is the most commonly used measure to evaluate inspiratory muscle strength. Normative values for MIP vary significantly among studies, which may reflect differences in participant demographics and technique of MIP measurement.
ISSN:1198-2241