Medially wedged foot orthoses generate greater biomechanical effects than thin-flexible foot orthoses during a unilateral drop jump task on level and inclined surfaces
Medially wedged foot orthoses are more effective than thin-flexible foot orthoses in optimizing lower limb biomechanics during unilateral drop jump landings. While the biomechanical effects did not increase on inclined surfaces, medially wedged foot orthoses generated greater effects on proximal joints, highlighting their potential to improve hip stability and enhance overall lower limb function. Personalized foot orthoses selection based on specific biomechanical profiles should be further explored to optimize orthotic interventions benefiting individuals with musculoskeletal conditions. (Source: Clinical Biomechanics)
Source: Clinical Biomechanics - February 1, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Ahmed Dami, El éna Payen, Nader Farahpour, Kelly Robb, Pier-Luc Isabelle, Gabriel Moisan Source Type: research
The influence of jump-landing direction on dynamic postural stability following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
Jump-landing direction affects dynamic postural stability in all 3 planes of movement in athletes following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Results indicate the potential need to incorporate multiple jump-landing directions to better assess dynamic postural stability prior to return to sport. (Source: Clinical Biomechanics)
Source: Clinical Biomechanics - February 1, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Penny L. Head, Richard Kasser, Susan Appling, Thomas Cappaert, Kunal Singhal, Audrey Zucker-Levin Source Type: research
Differences in kinematic parameters during gait between the patients with knee osteoarthritis and healthy controls using an insole with a single inertial measurement unit: A case-control study
An insole with a single inertial measurement unit can detect differences in foot kinematics during gait between healthy controls and patients with knee osteoarthritis. Our findings indicate that patients with knee osteoarthritis exhibit dysfunction of push-off at toe-off and shock absorption at initial contact on the affected side. (Source: Clinical Biomechanics)
Source: Clinical Biomechanics - January 28, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Haruki Yaguchi, Keita Honda, Yusuke Sekiguchi, Chenhui Huang, Kenichiro Fukushi, Zhenwei Wang, Kentaro Nakahara, Masayuki Kamimura, Takashi Aki, Ken Ogura, Shin-Ichi Izumi Source Type: research
Effects of surface profile on porcine dural mechanical properties
This study provides fundamental data that can be used for accurately predicting cerebrospinal fluid leakage due to blunt impact trauma. (Source: Clinical Biomechanics)
Source: Clinical Biomechanics - January 27, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Atsutaka Tamura, Chikano Sakaue Source Type: research
A scoping review of applications of artificial intelligence in kinematics and kinetics of ankle sprains - current state-of-the-art and future prospects
Despite the existence of evidence-based rehabilitation strategies that address biomechanical deficits, the persistence of recurrent ankle problems in 70% of patients with acute ankle sprains highlights the unresolved nature of this issue. Artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a promising tool to identify definitive predictors for ankle sprains. This paper aims to summarize the use of AI in investigating the ankle biomechanics of healthy and subjects with ankle sprains. (Source: Clinical Biomechanics)
Source: Clinical Biomechanics - January 24, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Yun Xin Teoh, Jwan K. Alwan, Darshan S. Shah, Ying Wah Teh, Siew Li Goh Tags: Review Source Type: research
Dynamic joint stiffness in individuals with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome pre- and post-hip arthroscopy
Females and males with hip-related pain may demonstrate unique changes in dynamic joint stiffness after surgery, indicating return to activity may follow different trajectories for each sex. Additional work should examine the relationship between hip joint stiffness and treatment outcomes and identify additional movement-related rehabilitation targets. (Source: Clinical Biomechanics)
Source: Clinical Biomechanics - January 23, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Madeline Grosklos, Jennifer Perry, Megan Elwood, Kate Jochimsen, Stephanie Di Stasi Source Type: research
The contribution of the ligamentum teres to the hip fluid seal: A biomechanics study
The ligamentum teres plays a significant role in maintaining the suction seal of the hip, with its effect being most prominent when the hip is in neural alignment or in extension. The findings suggest that ligamentum teres deficiency may be a relevant treatment target in the clinical setting. (Source: Clinical Biomechanics)
Source: Clinical Biomechanics - January 22, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Ian Al'Khafaji, Yvonne Olszewski, Georgina Clarnette, Edward Settle, Lukas Ernstbrunner, John O'Donnell, David Ackland Tags: Short communication Source Type: research
Cadaveric biomechanical studies of ADDISC total lumbar disc prosthesis
The ADDISC total disc replacement reproduces the intact disc kinematics and Instantaneous Center of Rotation, but the prosthesis fails to restore the initial range of motion due to ligament destabilization. More studies will be necessary to define a technique that restores the damaged ligaments when implanting the prosthesis. (Source: Clinical Biomechanics)
Source: Clinical Biomechanics - January 16, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Pablo Jorda-Gomez, Vicente Vanaclocha, Amparo Vanaclocha Engineer, Carlos M. Atienza Engineer, Vicente Belloch, Juan-Manuel Santabarbara Engineer, Carlos Barrios, Nieves Saiz-Sapena, Enrique Medina-Ripoll Engineer, Leyre Vanaclocha Source Type: research
Relationship between coordination variability and Osgood-Schlatter disease in male junior youth soccer players-cross-sectional study using an inertial measurement unit-
Dysfunctional lower trunk and hip muscles may be leading to Osgood-Schlatter disease. It is suggested that a variety of physical activities should be performed in the junior age group to allow players to acquire a variety of movement patterns. (Source: Clinical Biomechanics)
Source: Clinical Biomechanics - January 12, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Naoya Wada, Yota Abe, Rie Nakazawa, Masaaki Sakamoto, Tsuyoshi Tajika Source Type: research
Can external work during walking in scoliosis patients be estimated from spatiotemporal parameters?
In opposition to biomechanical method, our new model let to compute external work without expensive gait laboratory. This specific model is more reliable than the model developed from asymptomatic subjects. (Source: Clinical Biomechanics)
Source: Clinical Biomechanics - January 12, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Y. Delpierre, S. Armand Source Type: research
Improved joint function when reaching behind the back is associated with patient reported outcomes in individuals with rotator cuff tears following exercise therapy
The reaching behind the back movement was useful in elucidating in-vivo mechanistic changes associated with patient reported outcomes. Glenohumeral joint function and patient reported outcomes improved, where changes in Western Ontario Rotator Cuff Index scores were associated with kinematics. These findings inform clinicians of functional changes following exercise therapy and new targetable treatment factors. (Source: Clinical Biomechanics)
Source: Clinical Biomechanics - January 12, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Luke T. Mattar, Camille C. Johnson, Tom H. Gale, Adam J. Popchak, William J. Anderst, Volker Musahl, James J. Irrgang, Richard E. Debski Source Type: research
A functional brace for treating Colles fractures; volunteer trial of a new design
The brace measurements show pressures higher than a Colles cast which compensate for reduction of simulated swelling. It is safe and is potentially the optimal design to achieve significantly improved patient outcomes. (Source: Clinical Biomechanics)
Source: Clinical Biomechanics - January 10, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Douglas Wardlaw, Ann H. Murdoch Source Type: research
A bioengineering investigation of cervical collar design and fit: Implications on skin health
The occiput is at increased risk of cervical collar-related pressure ulcers during supine immobilisation, especially for Stiffneck extrication collars. Lined open-cell foams could be used to minimise skin humidity and increase comfort. (Source: Clinical Biomechanics)
Source: Clinical Biomechanics - January 9, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Laurence J. Russell, Tamara Dodd, Daniel Kendall, Amber Lazenbury, Abigail Leggett, Sophie Payton-Haines, Liudi Jiang, Davide Filingeri, Peter R. Worsley Source Type: research
Peak patellar tendon force progressions during heavy load single-leg squats on level ground and decline board
Progression in peak patellar tendon forces during a heavy load single-leg squat can only be obtained with a decline board. Increasing the mass of the external weight from 70% to 90% of the one repetition maximum does not result in a progressively higher peak patellar tendon force. (Source: Clinical Biomechanics)
Source: Clinical Biomechanics - January 9, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Michiel Hagen, Joanna Chebly, Bram Dhaen, Noah Fassian, Matteo Salvalaggio, Danilo S. Catelli, Sabine Verschueren, Jos Vanrenterghem Source Type: research
The relationship between knee flexion excursion and mechanical stress during gait in medial knee osteoarthritis
It can be inferred that gait with reduced knee flexion movement during the loading response in patients with knee osteoarthritis may result in increased mechanical stress on the knee joint in the frontal plane. Exercise interventions aimed at increasing knee flexion excursion may result in a reduction in disease progression. (Source: Clinical Biomechanics)
Source: Clinical Biomechanics - January 9, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Masaya Anan, Kazuki Tokuda, Kenji Tanimoto, Tomonori Sawada Source Type: research
