Table 3.
Changes in each measurement variable from pre- to post-intervention
| Measurement variable, unit | Pre-intervention mean (± 1SD) | Post-intervention mean (± 1SD) | Change mean (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensory output | |||
| Pain during a functional task, NRS-points | 4.2 (± 1.9) | 4.9 (± 3.2) | − 0.7 (− 1.82–0.49) |
| Pressure pain threshold, g/mm2 | 446.5 (± 248.5) | 411.8 (± 211.8) | 34.8 (− 49.2–118.8) |
| Motor output | |||
| Maximal CON torque at 90°/s, Nm | 47.1 (± 14.5) | 53.0 (± 18.5) | − 5.9 (− 11.4–0.33) |
| Maximal CON torque at 225°/s, Nm | 33.6 (± 11.6) | 33.4 (± 6.6) | 0.2 (− 4.8–5.3) |
| Maximal ECC torque at 90°/s, Nm | 98.5 (± 34.2) | 106.0 (± 41.4) | − 7.5 (− 24.1–9.1) |
CON concentric; ECC eccentric; NRS numerical rating scale
*Statistically significant change from pre- to post-intervention based on a paired t test