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Nowak AS, Miro EW, Eby SF, Cushman DM. Identification of pre-race ultrasonographic abnormalities of the Achilles tendon and association with future injuries in runners. PHYSICIAN SPORTSMED 2024; 52:299-303. [PMID: 37550955 PMCID: PMC10858303 DOI: 10.1080/00913847.2023.2246179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2023] [Accepted: 08/06/2023] [Indexed: 08/09/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To determine if specific morphological changes in ultrasonographic images of Achilles tendons are associated with the development of pain in distance runners. METHODS This study is a blinded, retrospective analysis of 276 Achilles tendon ultrasound images, which were used to determine if specific morphologic findings could positively or negatively predict future Achilles tendon pain development in distance runners. Pre-race ultrasound scans were performed on 138 asymptomatic half- and full marathon runners (276 tendons in total) who were followed for 12 months after their races. Specific patterns of morphologic abnormality were identified (location, size, and appearance of ultrasound abnormality within the tendon). Sonographic findings were blindly assessed by a medical student, a resident, and a physician who has significant sonographic imaging experience. These specific abnormalities were then compared to those who later did or did not develop tendon pain. RESULTS Three findings were found to have significant odds of association with the development of pain: 1) focal deep midsubstance intratendinous hypoechogenicity, 2) focal superficial midsubstance intratendinous hypoechogenicity, and 3) linear hyperechogenicity extending into middle of tendon from calcaneus. CONCLUSION These results suggest that the aforementioned specific morphologic abnormalities in the Achilles tendon may be associated with the future development of pain symptoms in distance runners in this cohort. Looking for these specific abnormalities may increase the specificity of identifying precursors to Achilles tendon pain development.
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- Andrew S. Nowak
- Central Michigan University College of Medicine, Mount Pleasant, MI
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- University of Utah, Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- University of Utah, Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Salt Lake City, UT
- University of Utah, Department of Orthopaedics, Salt Lake City, UT
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Peng D, Mao Z, Zhang W, Yu J, Zhang S. In vivo knee biomechanics during badminton lunges at different distances and different foot positions by using the dual fluoroscopic imaging system. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2023; 11:1320404. [PMID: 38188492 PMCID: PMC10768190 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2023.1320404] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/09/2024] Open
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Background: Lunges are common in badminton. Distance and foot position affect knee joint loadings under lunges, which are closely related to knee injury incidence. Investigations involving dynamic knee motion in vivo, kinetics, and muscle activation in lunges, especially during lunges of different distances and foot positions, are instrumental for understanding knee performance and injury risks of players. Methods: A total of 10 experienced badminton athletes (10 females; height, 164.5 ± 5.0 cm; weight, 59.3 ± 6.0 kg; and age, 22 ± 1.0 years) were recruited. By using a high-speed dual fluoroscopic imaging system, Qualisys motion capture system, Kistler force plate, and Delsys electromyography simultaneously, data were collected during players' 1.5 times leg length lunge, the maximum lunge, and the maximum lunge while the foot rotated externally. Magnetic resonance and dual fluoroscopic imaging techniques were used to analyze the in vivo knee kinematics. Results: Compared with the 1.5 times leg length lunge, knee flexion for the maximum lunge increased significantly (p < 0.05). The anterior-posterior ground reaction force (GRF) and vertical GRF of the maximum lunge were significantly higher than those of the 1.5 times leg length lunge. During the two different foot position lunges with the maximum distance, the posterior translation of knee joint was larger (p < 0.05) when the foot rotated externally than the normal maximum lunge. Moreover, the anterior-posterior GRF and vertical GRF increased significantly when the foot rotated externally. Significant differences were observed in valgus-varus rotation torque and internal-external rotation torque of the knee joint under the two distance lunges and two foot position lunges (p < 0.05). No significant difference was found in knee muscle activation during the two distance lunges and during the two foot position lunges. Conclusion: High knee torque and compressive loadings with increasing lunge distance may cause knee injuries in badminton. When lunging in the external foot rotation under the maximum distance, high quadriceps force and posterior tibia translation force could result in knee injuries among badminton players.
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- Key Laboratory of Exercise and Health Sciences of Ministry of Education, School of Exercise and Health, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
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Núñez-Trull A, Álvarez-Medina J, Jaén-Carrillo D, Rubio-Peirotén A, Abat F, Roche-Seruendo LE, Gómez-Trullén EM. Does Lower-Limb Tendon Structure Influence Walking Gait? Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:3142. [PMID: 38132032 PMCID: PMC10742778 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11243142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2023] [Revised: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/07/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Within the exploration of human gait, key focal points include the examination of functional rockers and the influential role of tendon behavior in the intricate stretch-shortening cycle. To date, the possible relationship between these two fundamental factors in the analysis of human gait has not been studied. Therefore, this study aimed to analyze the relationship between the morphology of the patellar and Achilles tendons and plantar fascia with respect to the duration of the rockers. METHODS Thirty-nine healthy men (age: 28.42 ± 6.97 years; height: 173 ± 7.17 cm; weight: 67.75 ± 9.43 kg) were included. Data of the rockers were recorded using a baropodometric platform while participants walked over a 10 m walkway at a comfortable velocity. Before the trials, the thickness and cross-sectional area were recorded for the patellar tendon, Achilles tendon and plantar fascia using ultrasound examination. The relationship between the morphology of the soft tissue and the duration of the rockers was determined using a pairwise mean comparison (t-test). RESULTS A significant difference was found for rocker 1 duration, where a longer duration was found in the group of subjects with thicker patellar tendons. Regarding the Achilles tendon and plantar fascia, no significant differences were observed in terms of tendon morphology. However, subjects with thicker Achilles tendons showed a longer duration of rocker 1. CONCLUSIONS The findings underscore a compelling association, revealing that an increased thickness of the patellar tendon significantly contributes to the extension of rocker 1 duration during walking in healthy adults.
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- Alejandro Núñez-Trull
- Departamento de Fisiatría y Enfermería, Universidad de Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain; (A.N.-T.); (J.Á.-M.)
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- Departamento de Fisiatría y Enfermería, Universidad de Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain; (A.N.-T.); (J.Á.-M.)
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- Department of Sport Science, University of Innsbruck, Innrain 52, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria;
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- Universidad San Jorge, Campus Universitario, Autov A23 km 299, 50830 Villanueva de Gállego, Zaragoza, Spain;
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- Grup de Recerca GRACIS (GRC 01604), Sports Orthopaedic Department, ReSport Clinic, Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Escola Superior de Ciències de la Salut TecnoCampus, 08002 Mataró, Barcelona, Spain;
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- Universidad San Jorge, Campus Universitario, Autov A23 km 299, 50830 Villanueva de Gállego, Zaragoza, Spain;
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- iHealthy, Research Group, Departamento de Fisiatría y Enfermería, Universidad de Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain;
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Liu L, Jia M, Ma Y, Lin S, Peng Q, Xiong J, Zheng W. Biomechanics research on laterality effect between dominant and non-dominant during double roundhouse kick in the competitive taekwondo. Heliyon 2023; 9:e20843. [PMID: 37876451 PMCID: PMC10590780 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e20843] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2023] [Revised: 10/06/2023] [Accepted: 10/09/2023] [Indexed: 10/26/2023] Open
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Background The Double Roundhouse Kick (DRK) is one of the major scoring tools and athletes employ the leg of the dominant side (DS) or the non-dominant side (NS) for always attacking in an alternating state. The purpose is to examine the discrepancies in the biomechanical characteristics of the DS and NS of the leg of the DRK skills of sub-elite taekwondo athletes. Methods Using the Vicon, Kistler, and Daedo brand Electronic Body Protector (EBP), collection of the DRK data (attack time, joint angle, joint angular velocity, joint moment, ground reaction force, etc.) of 12 sub-elite taekwondo athletes (19.6 ± 2.0 yr, 180 ± 7.3 cm, 70 ± 9.8 kg) with the DS leg and NS leg. The measured data analyses via Visual3D, and statistical methods using nonparametric tests paired with samples based on the Wilcoxon signed-rank test (The significance level is set as significant for P<0.05, and very significant for P<0.01). Results (i) There is no statistically significant discrepancy between the DS and NS at the time of hit (P>0.05) and shift of the center of gravity (P>0.05). (ii) Attacking leg (AL): the maximum knee flexion angle (Knee-MFA) (P<0.05) and the peak linear velocity of attack of the foot in the vertical hitting direction (P<0.01) on the DS was greater than that on the NS during the first hit phase (P1). (iii) Supporting leg (SL): the peak hip extension moment (P<0.05) on the DS was reported to be higher than that of the NS during the second hit phase (P2). (iv) Symmetry Index (SI): In the P1, the vertical ground reaction force (vGRF) of the SL leads to SI = 10.19 %, and in the P2, the vGRF of the SL results in SI = 18.48 %. Conclusions The DRK requires more and more symmetry between the DS and NS. The Knee-MFA of the AL and the line of attack speed of the foot in the vertical striking direction of the SL exhibited significant discrepancies. The DS has higher striking speed, athletes need to improve the striking speed of the NS leg in training, achieving more scoring opportunities in the game. Both the DS and NS revealed strong symmetry in the peak SI of the ground reaction force of the SL stirrup; however, weak symmetry was attained in the peak SI of the vGRF of the SL landing cushion.
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- Lin Liu
- Engineering Research Center of Sports Health Intelligent Equipment of Hubei Province, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, 430079, China
- Research Center of Sports Equipment Engineering Technology of Hubei Province, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, 430079, China
- Key Laboratory of Sports Engineering of General Administration of Sport of China, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, 430079, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Sports Health Intelligent Equipment of Hubei Province, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, 430079, China
- Research Center of Sports Equipment Engineering Technology of Hubei Province, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, 430079, China
- Key Laboratory of Sports Engineering of General Administration of Sport of China, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, 430079, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Sports Health Intelligent Equipment of Hubei Province, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, 430079, China
- Research Center of Sports Equipment Engineering Technology of Hubei Province, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, 430079, China
- Key Laboratory of Sports Engineering of General Administration of Sport of China, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, 430079, China
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- Department of Physical Education, Northwest Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Sports Health Intelligent Equipment of Hubei Province, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, 430079, China
- Research Center of Sports Equipment Engineering Technology of Hubei Province, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, 430079, China
- Key Laboratory of Sports Engineering of General Administration of Sport of China, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, 430079, China
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- School of Competitive Sports, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, 430079, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Sports Health Intelligent Equipment of Hubei Province, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, 430079, China
- Research Center of Sports Equipment Engineering Technology of Hubei Province, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, 430079, China
- Key Laboratory of Sports Engineering of General Administration of Sport of China, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, 430079, China
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Lu Z, Sun D, Kovács B, Radák Z, Gu Y. Case study: The influence of Achilles tendon rupture on knee joint stress during counter-movement jump - Combining musculoskeletal modeling and finite element analysis. Heliyon 2023; 9:e18410. [PMID: 37560628 PMCID: PMC10407047 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e18410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2023] [Revised: 07/15/2023] [Accepted: 07/17/2023] [Indexed: 08/11/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Presently, the current research concerning Achilles tendon rupture repair (ATR) is predominantly centered on the ankle joint, with a paucity of evidence regarding its impact on the knee joint. ATR has the potential to significantly impede athletic performance and increase tibiofemoral contact forces in athletes. The purpose of this study was to prognosticate the distribution of stress within the knee joint during a countermovement jump through the use of a simulation method that amalgamated a musculoskeletal model of a patient who underwent Achilles tendon rupture repair with a finite element model of the knee joint. METHODS A male elite badminton player who had suffered an acute Achilles tendon rupture in his right leg one year prior was selected as our study subject. In order to analyze his biomechanical data, we employed both the OpenSim musculoskeletal model and finite element model to compute various parameters such as joint angles, joint moments, joint contact forces, and the distribution of knee joint stress. RESULTS During the jumping phase, a significantly lower knee extension angle (p < 0.001), ankle dorsiflexion angle (p = 0.002), peak vertical ground reaction force (p < 0.001), and peak tibiofemoral contact force (p = 0.009) were observed on the injured side than on the uninjured side. During the landing phase, the ankle range of motion (ROM) was significantly lower on the injured side than on the uninjured side (p = 0.009), and higher peak vertical ground reaction forces were observed (p = 0.012). Additionally, it is logical that an injured person will put higher load on the uninjured limb, but the finite element analysis indicated that the stresses on the injured side of medial meniscus and medial cartilage were significantly greater than the uninjured side. CONCLUSIONS An Achilles tendon rupture can limit ankle range of motion and lead to greater joint stress on the affected area during countermovement jumps, especially during the landing phase. This increased joint stress may also transfer more stress to the soft tissues of the medial knee, thereby increasing the risk of knee injury. It is worth noting that this study only involves the average knee flexion angle and load after ATR in one athlete. Caution should be exercised when applying the conclusions, and in the future, more participants should be recruited to establish personalized knee finite element models to validate the results.
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- Zhenghui Lu
- Faculty of Sports Science, Ningbo University, Ningbo, 315211, China
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- Faculty of Sports Science, Ningbo University, Ningbo, 315211, China
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- Faculty of Sports Science, Ningbo University, Ningbo, 315211, China
- Research Institute of Sport Science, Hungarian University of Sport Science, Budapest, 1123, Hungary
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- Research Institute of Sport Science, Hungarian University of Sport Science, Budapest, 1123, Hungary
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- Faculty of Sports Science, Ningbo University, Ningbo, 315211, China
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Talbott H, Jha S, Gulati A, Brockett C, Mangwani J, Pegg EC. Clinically useful finite element models of the natural ankle - A review. Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon) 2023; 106:106006. [PMID: 37245282 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2023.106006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2022] [Revised: 04/19/2023] [Accepted: 05/17/2023] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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BACKGROUND Biomechanical simulation of the foot and ankle complex is a growing research area but compared to simulation of joints such as hip and knee, it has been under investigated and lacks consistency in research methodology. The methodology is variable, data is heterogenous and there are no clear output criteria. Therefore, it is very difficult to correlate clinically and draw meaningful inferences. METHODS The focus of this review is finite element simulation of the native ankle joint and we will explore: the different research questions asked, the model designs used, ways the model rigour has been ensured, the different output parameters of interest and the clinical impact and relevance of these studies. FINDINGS The 72 published studies explored in this review demonstrate wide variability in approach. Many studies demonstrated a preference for simplicity when representing different tissues, with the majority using linear isotropic material properties to represent the bone, cartilage and ligaments; this allows the models to be complex in another way such as to include more bones or complex loading. Most studies were validated against experimental or in vivo data, but a large proportion (40%) of studies were not validated at all, which is an area of concern. INTERPRETATION Finite element simulation of the ankle shows promise as a clinical tool for improving outcomes. Standardisation of model creation and standardisation of reporting would increase trust, and enable independent validation, through which successful clinical application of the research could be realised.
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- University Hospitals of Leicester, Leicester, UK
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- Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, Birmingham, UK
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, UK
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Bath, Bath, UK.
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Cen X, Yu P, Song Y, Sárosi J, Mao Z, Bíró I, Gu Y. The Effect of Arch Stiffness on the Foot-Ankle Temporal Kinematics during Gait Termination: A Statistical Nonparametric Mapping Study. Bioengineering (Basel) 2022; 9:703. [PMID: 36421104 PMCID: PMC9687822 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering9110703] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2022] [Revised: 11/08/2022] [Accepted: 11/14/2022] [Indexed: 10/11/2023] Open
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This study compares foot-ankle temporal kinematics characteristics during planned and unplanned gait termination (PGT and UGT) in subjects with different arch stiffnesses (ASs) based on the statistical nonparametric mapping (SnPM) method. By measuring three-dimensional arch morphological parameters under different loading conditions, 28 healthy male subjects were classified and participated in gait termination (GT) tests to collect metatarsophalangeal (MTP) and ankle-joint kinematics data. The two-way repeated-measures ANOVA using SnPM was employed to assess the impacts of AS on foot-ankle kinematics during PGT and UGT. Our results show that joint angles (MTP and ankle joints) were altered owing to AS and GT factors. The flexible arches hahadve periods of significantly greater MTP and ankle joint angles than those of stiff arches during the stance phase of GT, whereas subjects exhibited significantly smaller ankle and MTP joint angles during UGT. These results add additional insights into the morphological arch biomechanical function, and the comprehensive compensatory adjustment of lower-limb joints during gait stopping caused by unplanned stimulation.
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- Xuanzhen Cen
- Faculty of Sports Science, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China
- Doctoral School on Safety and Security Sciences, Óbuda University, 1034 Budapest, Hungary
- Faculty of Engineering, University of Szeged, 6724 Szeged, Hungary
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- Faculty of Sports Science, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China
- Auckland Bioengineering Institute, The University of Auckland, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
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- Faculty of Sports Science, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China
- Doctoral School on Safety and Security Sciences, Óbuda University, 1034 Budapest, Hungary
- Faculty of Engineering, University of Szeged, 6724 Szeged, Hungary
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- Faculty of Engineering, University of Szeged, 6724 Szeged, Hungary
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- Faculty of Sports Science, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China
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- Faculty of Engineering, University of Szeged, 6724 Szeged, Hungary
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- Faculty of Sports Science, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China
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Song Y, Shao E, Bíró I, Baker JS, Gu Y. Finite element modelling for footwear design and evaluation: A systematic scoping review. Heliyon 2022; 8:e10940. [PMID: 36247144 PMCID: PMC9563159 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e10940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2022] [Revised: 05/04/2022] [Accepted: 09/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Finite element modelling has become an efficient tool for an in-depth understanding of the foot, footwear biomechanics and footwear optimization. The aim of this paper was to provide an updated overview in relation to the footwear finite element (FE) analysis published since 2000. The paper will attempt to outline the main challenges and research gaps that need confronting in the further development of realistic and accurate models for clinical and industrial applications. English databases of the Web of Science and PubMed were used to search (‘finite element’ OR ‘FEA’ OR ‘computational model’) AND (‘shoe’ OR ‘footwear’) until 16 December 2021. Articles that conducted FE analyses on the whole foot and footwear structures were included in this review. Twelve articles met the eligibility criteria, and were grouped into three categories for further analysis, (1) finite element modelling of the foot and high-heeled shoes; (2) finite element modelling of the foot and boot; (3) finite element modelling of the foot and sports shoe. Even though most of the existing foot-shoe FE analyses were performed under certain simplifications and assumptions, they have provided essential contributions in identifying the mechanical response of the foot in casual or athletic footwear. Further to this, the results have provided information in relation to optimizing footwear design to enhance functional performance. Nevertheless, further simulations still present several challenges, including reliable data information for geometry reconstruction, the balance between accurate details and computational cost, accurate representations of material properties, realistic boundary and loading conditions, and thorough model validation. In addition, some research gaps in terms of the coverage of footwear design, the consideration of insole/orthosis and socks, and the internal and external validity of the FE design should be fully covered.
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- Yang Song
- Faculty of Sports Science, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China,Doctoral School on Safety and Security Sciences, Óbuda University, Budapest, Hungary,Faculty of Engineering, University of Szeged, Szeged, Hungary
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- Faculty of Sports Science, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China
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- Doctoral School on Safety and Security Sciences, Óbuda University, Budapest, Hungary,Faculty of Engineering, University of Szeged, Szeged, Hungary
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- Centre for Health and Exercise Science Research, Department of Sport, Physical Education and Health, Hong Kong Baptist University, Hong Kong, China
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- Faculty of Sports Science, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China,Corresponding author.
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Effectiveness of Augmented Reality for Lower Limb Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review. Appl Bionics Biomech 2022; 2022:4047845. [PMID: 35898600 PMCID: PMC9314155 DOI: 10.1155/2022/4047845] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2022] [Revised: 06/17/2022] [Accepted: 07/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Augmented reality- (AR-) based interventions have shown potential benefits for lower limb rehabilitation. However, current literature has not revealed these benefits as a whole. The main purposes of this systematic review were to determine the efficacy of AR-based interventions on lower limb recovery of the larger population based on the current process that has been made in this regard. Relevant studies were retrieved from five electronic databases (Web of Science, PubMed, ScienceDirect, Scopus, and Cochrane Library) using “augmented reality” OR “AR” AND “lower limb” OR “lower extremity” AND “intervention” OR “treatment”. Sixteen studies that met the eligibility criteria were included in this review, and they were further grouped into three categories based on the participant types. Seven studies focused on the elderly adults, six on the stroke patients, and the last three on Parkinson patients. Based on the findings of these trials, the significant effects of AR-based interventions on lower limb rehabilitation (i.e., balance, gait, muscle, physical performance, and fall efficacy) have been initially confirmed. Favorable results were achieved at least the same as the interventions without AR except for the turning and timing in the freezing of gait of Parkinson patients. However, given the infancy of this technology in clinical practices, more robust trials with larger sample sizes and greater homogeneity in terms of devices and treatment settings are warranted for further verification.
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Yuan M, Xiao S, Yang J, Wu J, Hou J. A study of liver biomechanical responses under classical impacts for vehicle occupants. J MECH MED BIOL 2022. [DOI: 10.1142/s0219519422500567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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