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Intracapsular pressures in the flexion-abduction-external rotation and flexion-adduction-internal rotation tests and their comparison with classic hip range of motion : a cadaveric assessment
(Elsevier, 2021-11-11)
Background
Flexion-Abduction-External-Rotation and Flexion-Adduction-Internal-Rotation tests are used to reproduce pain at the hip during clinical assessment. As pain can be elicited by high intracapsular pressure, no ...
Proximal-to-distal sequences of attack and release movements of expert pianists during pressed-staccato keystrokes
(Taylor and Francis, 2021-08-12)
The aims of this study were to i) evaluate proximal-to-distal sequencing (PDS) in pianists’ attack and release movements during pressed-staccato keystrokes, and ii) investigate if trunk motion facilitates PDS of upper-limb ...
Effect of low dose robotic-gait training on walking capacity in children and adolescents with cerebral palsy
(Elsevier, 2020-10-01)
Objective
Robotic gait training presents a promising training modality. Nevertheless, evidence supporting the efficacy of such therapy in children with cerebral palsy remains insufficient. This study aimed to assess the ...
Intra- and inter-tester reliability of spasticity assessment in standing position in children and adolescents with cerebral palsy using a paediatric exoskeleton
(Taylor and Francis, 2019-08-01)
Background
The L-STIFF tool of the Lokomat evaluates the hip and knee flexors and extensors spasticity in a standing position. It moves the lower limb at a controlled velocity, measuring joint resistance to passive ...
Evaluation of ligament laxity during pregnancy
(Elsevier, 2019-02-20)
Objective
Pregnancy-related changes in ligament laxity have been shown to be associated with various disorders such as back pain or pelvic floor disorders. The purpose of this study was to assess laxity changes during ...
Lower limb extension is improved in fast walking condition in children who walk in crouch gait
(Taylor and Francis, 2018-09-28)
Background and purpose: The strategies for walking fast have never been reported in children with cerebral palsy who walk in crouch gait. This study aimed to assess to what extent children who walk in crouch gait are able ...
Reliability of the kinematic theory parameters during handwriting tasks on a vertical setup
(Elsevier, 2021-10-07)
Background
The Kinematic Theory and its Sigma–Lognormal model have been used extensively in motor control analyses. It has recently shown promise in its ability to detect neuromuscular fatigue in the shoulder. The use of ...
Effect of 3D printed foot orthoses stiffness on muscle activity and plantar pressures in individuals with flexible flatfeet : a statistical non-parametric mapping study
(Elsevier, 2021-12-29)
Background
The 3D printing technology allows to produce custom shapes and add functionalities to foot orthoses which offers better options for the treatment of flatfeet. This study aimed to assess the effect of 3D printed ...
Reliability of maximum isometric hip and knee torque measurements in children with cerebral palsy using a paediatric exoskeleton – Lokomat
(Elsevier, 2018-12-23)
Background
The Lokomat (by L-Force tool) allows the measurement of the maximum voluntary isometric torque (MVIT) at the knee and hip joints in a standing position, as close as possible to the posture adopted during walking. ...
Optimal forward twisting pike somersault without self-collision
(Routledge & International Society of Biomechanics in Sports, 2022-03-23)
In acrobatic sports, twisting fast before piking allows athletes to enlarge their scoring potential. Since planning the arm and hip movements to twist fast is unintuitive, optimal control appears as a powerful and risk-free ...