Center of pressure (fluid mechanics)
View article: Time pressure alters takeoff but not landing biomechanics in single-leg countermovement jumps
Time pressure alters takeoff but not landing biomechanics in single-leg countermovement jumps Open
This study examined how time pressure influences lower-limb biomechanics during single-leg maximal countermovement jumps (CMJs), with a focus on kinetic and kinematic responses during both jumping and landing phases. Participants performed…
View article: Plantar Pressure–Based Gait Recognition With Autoencoder-Enhanced CNNs: A Model Development and Cross-Validated Evaluation Study (Preprint)
Plantar Pressure–Based Gait Recognition With Autoencoder-Enhanced CNNs: A Model Development and Cross-Validated Evaluation Study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Foot pressure imaging is a non-invasive and stable signal for gait analysis and pathology screening, but manual features and classical machine learning struggle with high-dimensional, nonlinear data. OBJECTIVE This study aims…
View article: Experimental Assessment of the Hip Trajectory Error Framework for Designing Prosthetic Feet for Above-Knee Amputees During Walking
Experimental Assessment of the Hip Trajectory Error Framework for Designing Prosthetic Feet for Above-Knee Amputees During Walking Open
Providing a well-fitting prosthetic foot can improve a user's mobility and satisfaction with their lower-limb prosthesis, but achieving high performance with a prosthetic foot for people with an above-knee amputation can be challenging. Pr…
View article: Postural stability reveals cognitive load of holding an intention in mind
Postural stability reveals cognitive load of holding an intention in mind Open
It is well known that walking while talking may be challenging, but does merely keeping a future intention in mind (i.e., prospective memory, PM), even without execution, impose cognitive costs on postural stability? Reaction times and acc…
View article: A deep learning pipeline for detecting vestibular schwannoma patients with unilateral vestibular loss based on kinematic data
A deep learning pipeline for detecting vestibular schwannoma patients with unilateral vestibular loss based on kinematic data Open
Detecting subtle balance and coordination impairments in individuals with vestibular schwannomas (VS) remains a challenge, particularly when traditional clinical assessments appear normal. Focusing on patients prior to surgical interventio…
View article: The Role of Posturography in the Diagnosis of Temporomandibular Disorders and Their Impact on Body Posture
The Role of Posturography in the Diagnosis of Temporomandibular Disorders and Their Impact on Body Posture Open
Background: Posturography is a diagnostic method used to evaluate postural stability by recording body sway and the distribution of pressure on the ground. Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) involve musculoskeletal and neuromuscular dysfun…
View article: Postural control in humans: a study using transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation
Postural control in humans: a study using transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation Open
The aim of the study was to investigate the spinal mechanisms involved in regulating postural balance in humans. Participants stood in a normal stance, with their spinal postural networks either non‐invasively activated or not stimulated b…
View article: Validation of the Wii™ Balance Board for countermovement jump height assessment in healthy adults
Validation of the Wii™ Balance Board for countermovement jump height assessment in healthy adults Open
BACKGROUND: Vertical jump height assessment is essential for clinical evaluation and monitoring athletic performance. The force platform (Infini-T P6000) is considered the gold standard, whereas the Wii™ Balance Board (WBB) platform is a l…
View article: Wrist Motion Analysis Based on Action Detection and Pressure Sensors
Wrist Motion Analysis Based on Action Detection and Pressure Sensors Open
To address the high incidence of triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) injuries among fitness enthusiasts, this study proposes a wrist motion analysis method integrating object detection with flexible pressure sensing. Ulnar-side wrist …
View article: Postural Control Adaptations in Trampoline Athletes of Different Competitive Levels: Insights from COP Linear and Nonlinear Measures
Postural Control Adaptations in Trampoline Athletes of Different Competitive Levels: Insights from COP Linear and Nonlinear Measures Open
Balance is a fundamental quality for trampoline athletes, the basis for completing complex skills. We aimed to compare balance control strategies between elite trampolinists (ETs) and sub-elite trampolinists (Sub-ET) by integrating linear …
View article: Validity and reliability of wireless pressure insoles for measuring gait biomechanics in healthy adults: A protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis
Validity and reliability of wireless pressure insoles for measuring gait biomechanics in healthy adults: A protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Wireless pressure insoles are emerging as portable, unobtrusive tools for gait analysis in both clinical and real-world settings. These systems incorporate pressure sensors and often inertial measurement units (IMUs), allowing for the coll…
View article: Design and Evaluation of a Pneumatic-Actuated Active Balance Board for Sitting Postural Control
Design and Evaluation of a Pneumatic-Actuated Active Balance Board for Sitting Postural Control Open
Chronic low back pain (cLBP) is a pervasive and debilitating condition that can result in motor control deficits and often leads to opioid dependence. Conventional rehabilitation approaches generally rely on internally driven tasks, which …
View article: Surface-Dependent Sway Adaptations Reveal Impaired Neuromotor Control in People Living with HIV
Surface-Dependent Sway Adaptations Reveal Impaired Neuromotor Control in People Living with HIV Open
Background: People living with HIV (PLHIV) experience balance impairments due to neuropathy, muscle weakness, and central nervous system alterations, which increase fall risk. While most studies focus on level walking, there is limited inf…
View article: Proprioceptive and visual motion detection acuity contribute to children’s dynamic postural control
Proprioceptive and visual motion detection acuity contribute to children’s dynamic postural control Open
Acquiring efficient postural control strategies is key to children's proper motor development. For that, the brain needs to continuously integrate sensory information and convert it into corrective motor commands. Although this entire proc…
View article: Perceived severity of forward versus backward balance disturbances during walking in young and older adults
Perceived severity of forward versus backward balance disturbances during walking in young and older adults Open
Falls, which often result from trips or slips, pose a major health concern, particularly among older adults. Experiencing falls or near-falls from balance disturbances can shape subsequent gait-related decisions, as individuals may avoid s…
View article: Physiotherapy in Spinocerebellar Ataxia Following COVID‐19: A Biomechanical and Biopsychosocial Case Report
Physiotherapy in Spinocerebellar Ataxia Following COVID‐19: A Biomechanical and Biopsychosocial Case Report Open
Background and Purpose Spinocerebellar ataxia (SCA) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by impaired postural control, coordination deficits, and functional limitations. Despite evidence supporting physiotherapy interv…
View article: Plantar pressure distribution during gait cycle after subtalar arthroereisis in adolescent flexible flatfoot
Plantar pressure distribution during gait cycle after subtalar arthroereisis in adolescent flexible flatfoot Open
Background Flexible flatfoot is a common foot deformity in adolescents. Subtalar arthroereisis can help reduce excessive foot pronation by placing an implant in the subtalar joint. In recent years, this method has been widely used to treat…
View article: The Effects of an Extemporaneous Speech Dual-task on Older Adult Gait Control
The Effects of an Extemporaneous Speech Dual-task on Older Adult Gait Control Open
Older adults modify their gait during dual-task (DT) walking to maintain stability while completing a cognitive task, but the underlying mechanics remain unclear. Many studies use unrealistic concurrent DTs involving sensory interference o…
View article: Frequency-dependent effects of hip abductor vibration and surface translation on mediolateral sway
Frequency-dependent effects of hip abductor vibration and surface translation on mediolateral sway Open
The control of mediolateral standing balance is altered in many clinical populations, due in part to disrupted sensorimotor processing. Sensory perturbations, as evoked by musculotendon vibration, can provide insight into the contributions…
View article: Impact of Fatigue on Spine Dynamic Stability and Gait Patterns in Runners with Moderate Flatfoot Versus Normal Arch
Impact of Fatigue on Spine Dynamic Stability and Gait Patterns in Runners with Moderate Flatfoot Versus Normal Arch Open
Background: Running is a widely practiced physical activity but carries a high risk of injury, with foot structure, particularly the medial arch, playing a vital role in biomechanical performance and injury prevention. As the core of foot …
View article: Dynamic sensory integration and visual reliance modulation during postural control in older adults with chronic low back pain
Dynamic sensory integration and visual reliance modulation during postural control in older adults with chronic low back pain Open
Background Chronic low back pain (LBP) has been reported with altered postural control, yet the trial-specific sensory adaptations underlying this disruption remain unclear. Purpose This study was conducted to compare differences in equili…
View article: Assessing balance via cross-line laser in individuals with chronic ankle instability
Assessing balance via cross-line laser in individuals with chronic ankle instability Open
Introduction Chronic ankle instability (CAI) is a condition characterized by recurring lateral ankle sprains and bouts of instability. Individuals with CAI have poor balance, a factor in the development, progression, and recovery of the co…
View article: Sensory reweighting for postural stability in individuals with low vision and blindness: balance adaptation and muscle co-contraction
Sensory reweighting for postural stability in individuals with low vision and blindness: balance adaptation and muscle co-contraction Open
Background Individuals with visual impairments frequently experience postural instability during daily activities, considerably increasing the risk of falls. However, the mechanisms by which visually impaired individuals maintain balance t…
View article: A Preliminary Mechanics-Informed Machine Learning Framework for Objective Assessment of Parkinson’s Disease and Rehabilitation Outcomes
A Preliminary Mechanics-Informed Machine Learning Framework for Objective Assessment of Parkinson’s Disease and Rehabilitation Outcomes Open
Background/Objectives: Non-invasive methods for evaluating rehabilitation outcomes in Parkinson’s disease (PD) remain limited. This preliminary study proposes a mechanics-informed machine learning (ML) framework integrating force-plate dat…
View article: Enhanced ankle physiotherapy robot with electromyography - triggered ankle velocity control
Enhanced ankle physiotherapy robot with electromyography - triggered ankle velocity control Open
Previous ankle physiotherapy robots, called picobot rely on predefined trajectories continuous passive movement without considering patient intent, limiting the encouragement of user-intent motion. This study then integrates electromyograp…
View article: Textured Insole Intervention In Postural Stability
Textured Insole Intervention In Postural Stability Open
Objective of the study: We investigated the effects of stimulation using textured insoles applied to the forefoot or rearfoot on center of pressure (COP) and plantar pressure during quiet standing in older adults. Intervention conditions: …
View article: Textured Insole Intervention In Postural Stability
Textured Insole Intervention In Postural Stability Open
Objective of the study: We investigated the effects of stimulation using textured insoles applied to the forefoot or rearfoot on center of pressure (COP) and plantar pressure during quiet standing in older adults. Intervention conditions: …
View article: Calculation method for aft center of gravity limit restrictions during takeoff of civil aircraft
Calculation method for aft center of gravity limit restrictions during takeoff of civil aircraft Open
In this paper, aimed at designing aft CG (center of gravity) limit for civil aircraft with conventional wing-mounted engine configuration in low-weight takeoff condition, a calculation method considering nose wheel ground maneuverability i…
View article: The Short-Term Effect of Anti-Pronation Insoles on Plantar Pressure Variables in Individuals with Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction with Pronated Feet during Running
The Short-Term Effect of Anti-Pronation Insoles on Plantar Pressure Variables in Individuals with Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction with Pronated Feet during Running Open
View article: Identifying Frailty Risk in Older Adults: The Predictive Value of Functional Tests and Center-of-Pressure-Based Postural Metrics
Identifying Frailty Risk in Older Adults: The Predictive Value of Functional Tests and Center-of-Pressure-Based Postural Metrics Open
Background/Objectives: Frailty is a multidimensional syndrome characterized by diminished physiological reserves, reduced mobility, and increased fall risk. While clinical assessments are commonly used to screen for frailty, they may not c…