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Hernández-Stender CL, Molina-Rueda F, Cuesta-Gómez A, Alguacil-Diego IM. Lower limb muscle activation during outdoor running: differences between sprinters, middle-distance and long-distance runners. Sports Biomech 2024; 23:949-960. [PMID: 33787466 DOI: 10.1080/14763141.2021.1902554] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2020] [Accepted: 03/08/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Running is one of the most popular sport practices in the world. However, to our knowledge, none of the previous research about the characteristics of outdoor running makes a distinction between the different modalities of runners. Sixty-five healthy runners classified in sprinters, middle distance and long-distance runners performed five series of 100 metres on the synthetic outdoor track at competition pace. Muscle activity of lower limb muscles at initial contact and toe-off, involving the gluteus medius (GMED), gluteus maximus (GMAX), biceps femoris (BF), rectus femoris (RF), tiabilis anterior (TA) and medial gastrocnemius (MGAS), and spatiotemporal parameters were analysed. Sprinters showed high percentages of muscle activity at initial contact, in particular, the TA activity was the highest. The RF activity was significantly the lowest activity registered. At toe-off, sprinters showed the highest activity in all muscles analysed. Middle-distance runners had the highest activity of GMAX, BF and MGAS during the initial contact. In long-distance runners, the GMED and RF activity during the initial contact is highlighted, showing the highest activity of this phase. Different patterns of lower limb muscle activity and spatiotemporal parameters exist depending on the modality of the runner.
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Affiliation(s)
- C L Hernández-Stender
- Department of Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine. Health Sciences Faculty, Rey Juan Carlos University, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine. Health Sciences Faculty, Rey Juan Carlos University, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine. Health Sciences Faculty, Rey Juan Carlos University, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine. Health Sciences Faculty, Rey Juan Carlos University, Madrid, Spain
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Alam MF, Ansari S, Zaki S, Sharma S, Nuhmani S, Alnagmoosh A, Alsubaiei ME. Effects of physical interventions on pain and disability in chronic low back pain with pronated feet: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Physiother Theory Pract 2024:1-15. [PMID: 38433468 DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2024.2325581] [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: 10/04/2023] [Accepted: 02/26/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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BACKGROUND A link between pronated feet (PF) and chronic low back pain (CLBP) has been reported in the literature. However, physical interventions (PI) like physiotherapy and orthotics mainly target the lower back, neglecting the broader biomechanical impacts of PF that affect the feet, ankles, and overall posture. Currently, there is a lack of comprehensive meta-analyses or systematic reviews on this subject. OBJECTIVES This systematic review with a meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the effects of PI on pain and disability in patients having CLBP with PF. METHODS From inception until October 15, 2023, Medline/PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus databases were searched using the desired keywords for randomized control trials (RCTs). The quality of the RCTs was evaluated using the PEDro scale and risk of bias tool. RESULTS Four studies involving 268 patients were identified, two compared custom-made foot orthoses to non-biomechanical foot insoles, while the other two used exercises. The meta-analysis included four studies for pain and three for disability. The results showed a significant change in pain [-2.43 (95% CI -2.73 to -2.13, p < .001)] and disability of -6.69 (95% CI -8.04 to -5.33, p < .001)]. CONCLUSIONS This systematic review and meta-analysis of four RCTs elucidates that PI, specifically targeting PF, significantly alleviate pain and reduce disability in patients having CLBP with PF. These findings advocate for integrating foot-based PI within the treatment protocols for patients suffering from CLBP accompanied by PF.
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- Md Farhan Alam
- Centre for Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, India
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- Centre for Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, India
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- Centre for Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, India
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- Centre for Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Physical Therapy, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Physical Therapy, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Physical Therapy, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
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Catalá-Vilaplana I, Liu T, Vienneau J, Nigg SR, Pérez-Soriano P, Encarnación-Martínez A. Curved non-motorized treadmills do not biomechanically replicate overground running better than motorized treadmills. J Sports Sci 2023; 41:1927-1933. [PMID: 38258795 DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2024.2307774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2023] [Accepted: 01/09/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024]
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The purpose of this study was to determine if curved non-motorized treadmills can reproduce overground running better than motorized treadmills by analysing the differences in joint kinematics (hip, knee, and ankle) using SPM. Nineteen recreational runners completed three randomized running tests on these surfaces. Kinematic data from the hip, knee, and ankle joints were collected. Two-tailed SPM t-tests were performed to analyse time-continuous gait cycles in three anatomical planes of each joint. Higher within-subject variability was observed in the frontal and transverse planes during curved non-motorized treadmill running. SPM analysis showed more significant differences (p < 0.05) between curved non-motorized treadmill and overground than between motorized treadmill and overground, mainly in knee (from 12% to 30% and 93% to 99% of the gait cycle) and ankle (from 19% to 23% of the gait cycle) in the sagittal plane. Therefore, running on curved non-motorized treadmills is more biomechanically different compared to overground than motorized treadmills, and might not be the best strategy to replicate overground running in terms of joint kinematics during highly controlled research studies. However, they could be an interesting tool in rehabilitation or training environments since the changes observed in joint kinematics were likely not functionally relevant.
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- Ignacio Catalá-Vilaplana
- Research Group in Sports Biomechanics (GIBD), Department of Physical Education and Sports, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
- Human Performance Laboratory, Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada
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- Human Performance Laboratory, Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada
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- Human Performance Laboratory, Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada
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- Human Performance Laboratory, Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada
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- Research Group in Sports Biomechanics (GIBD), Department of Physical Education and Sports, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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- Research Group in Sports Biomechanics (GIBD), Department of Physical Education and Sports, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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Charles JP, Bates KT. The Functional and Anatomical Impacts of Healthy Muscle Ageing. BIOLOGY 2023; 12:1357. [PMID: 37887067 PMCID: PMC10604714 DOI: 10.3390/biology12101357] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2023] [Revised: 10/14/2023] [Accepted: 10/20/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023]
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Even "healthy" muscle ageing is often associated with substantial changes in muscle form and function and can lead to increased injury risks and significant negative impacts on quality of life. However, the impacts of healthy muscle ageing on the fibre architecture and microstructure of different muscles and muscle groups throughout the lower limb, and how these are related to their functional capabilities, are not fully understood. Here, a previously established framework of magnetic resonance and diffusion tensor imaging was used to measure the muscle volumes, intramuscular fat, fibre lengths and physiological cross-sectional areas of 12 lower limb muscles in a cohort of healthily aged individuals, which were compared to the same data from a young population. Maximum muscle forces were also measured from an isokinetic dynamometer. The more substantial interpopulation differences in architecture and functional performance were located within the knee extensor muscles, while the aged muscles were also more heterogeneous in muscle fibre type and atrophy. The relationships between architecture and muscle strength were also more significant in the knee extensors compared to other functional groups. These data highlight the importance of the knee extensors as a potential focus for interventions to negate the impacts of muscle ageing.
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- James P. Charles
- Department of Musculoskeletal & Ageing Science, Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences, University of Liverpool, Liverpool L7 8TX, UK;
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Lopes AD, Mascarinas A, Hespanhol L. Are alterations in running biomechanics associated with running injuries? A systematic review with meta-analysis. Braz J Phys Ther 2023; 27:100538. [PMID: 37651773 PMCID: PMC10480598 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2023.100538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2022] [Revised: 08/09/2023] [Accepted: 08/16/2023] [Indexed: 09/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND No systematic review has investigated the main biomechanical variables as predictors of running-related injuries. OBJECTIVE To investigate the main biomechanical variables associated with running-related injuries. METHODS Medline via PubMed, EMBASE, SPORTDiscus, Web of Science, and CINAHL were searched from inception until 1 November 2021. Each study included must have investigated the association of at least one biomechanical variable (kinetics, kinematics, electromyography, or pressure distribution) with running injuries. The meta-analysis was conducted, and a modified version of the Downs and Black Quality Index was used for methodological quality evaluation. RESULTS Across the 82 studies included, 5465 runners were investigated. The meta-analysis was conducted with 11 biomechanical variables from 51 articles (n=2395). The peak hip adduction angle was the sole biomechanical variable associated with running injury and was found to be higher in injured runners (0.57, 95% CI 0.21, 0.94) compared to uninjured runners. However, this result was highly influenced by two studies (out of five studies) conducted by the same group of authors. CONCLUSION Clinicians, coaches, and runners should be aware that minimal evidence supports that alterations of running biomechanics are associated with running-related injuries. Heterogeneity in evaluation conditions and inconsistency in the naming and definitions of biomechanical variables make definitive conclusions challenging. SYSTEMATIC REVIEW REGISTRATION NUMBER PROSPERO, CRD42017068839.
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- Alexandre Dias Lopes
- Department of Physical Therapy, Movement & Rehabilitation Sciences, Northeastern University, Boston, MA, USA.
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- Masters and Doctoral Programs in Physical Therapy, Universidade Cidade de São Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil; Amsterdam Collaboration on Health and Safety in Sports, Department of Public and Occupational Health and the Amsterdam Public Health research institute, VU University Medical Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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Urbaczka J, Silvernail JF, Jandacka D. The effect of fatigue on the ankle and knee kinematics and kinetics in moderately and highly trained healthy non-rearfoot runners. Sports Biomech 2022:1-15. [PMID: 36453095 DOI: 10.1080/14763141.2022.2146909] [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: 06/29/2022] [Accepted: 11/07/2022] [Indexed: 12/05/2022]
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The aim of this study was to compare selected ankle and knee kinematic and kinetic parameters before and a fter a prolonged exhaustive treadmill run between two groups of non-rearfoot footstrike pattern (NRFP) runners with different training volumes. Twenty-eight habitual NRFP runners were assigned to two groups based on their weekly training volume (Highly-trained (HT)/Moderately-trained (MT)). Participants underwent the VO2max test, and the exhaustive treadmill ran with biomechanical analysis at the beginning and the end. The two-way RMANOVA was used to assess differences between the groups and the phase of the run. A paired t-test was used for post-hoc analysis in case of significant interaction effect. Kinetic results showed significant group effect for ankle plantarflexion moment and hip external rotation moment (end-phase: both greater in MT group). Kinematic results showed significant group×phase interaction for ankle dorsiflexion angle (end-phase: greater in MT group) at initial contact (IC), peak knee flexion angle (end-phase: greater in MT group), and peak ankle eversion angle during the stance phase (end-phase: greater in HT group). Additionally, a group effect was found for knee flexion angle at IC (end-phase: greater in HT group). This study suggests that HT healthy NRFP runners may have less potential for increased biomechanical risk of AT overload during an exhaustive run.
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- J Urbaczka
- Department of Human Movement Studies, University of Ostrava, Ostrava, Czech Republic
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- Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, USA
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- Department of Human Movement Studies, University of Ostrava, Ostrava, Czech Republic
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Does Mobility of the Ankle Joint Depends on Length of the Free Part of the Achilles Tendon? Symmetry (Basel) 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/sym14112313] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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The aim of our study was to evaluate whether the length of the free part of the Achilles tendon affects the mobility of the ankle joint in active motion without a load, as well as in functional motion with a body-weight load. We examined 36 healthy people, aged 21 to 30 years, and divided them into two groups: 1 (n = 15)—participants with a normal range of dorsiflexion in the ankle joint (20° or more), and 2 (n = 21)—participants with a reduced range of dorsiflexion in the ankle joint (below 20°). The length of the free part of the Achilles tendon was measured using ultrasonography. Ankle joint range of dorsiflexion was assessed, and a weight-bearing lunge test (WBLT) was conducted. Group 1 performed the WBLT better and demonstrated significantly greater Achilles tendon length compared to Group 2. A moderate, significant correlation was observed between ankle joint range of dorsiflexion and Achilles tendon length (r = 0.53, p < 0.05); between WBLT and Achilles tendon length (r = 0.61, p < 0.05); as well as between ankle joint range of dorsiflexion and WBLT (r = 0.63, p < 0.05). Thus, we can suggest that both the length of the tendon (measured by USG) and the ankle range of motion under a body-weight load (measured by WBLT) are good indicators regarding the range of foot dorsiflexion, but only up to specific values (6 cm of tendon length and 11 cm of WBLT reach). Therefore, Achilles tendon length, e.g., after injury and during tendon healing, may be monitored using the method of ultrasound imaging presented in this study.
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An exploration of the effects of prefabricated and customized insoles on lower limb kinetics and kinematics during walking, stepping up and down tasks: A time series analysis. Gait Posture 2022; 98:297-304. [PMID: 36257239 DOI: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2022.10.004] [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: 10/15/2021] [Revised: 07/29/2022] [Accepted: 10/06/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Prefabricated and customized insoles are used in clinical practice to reduce foot pronation. Although data exist on the effects at key points within the stance phase, exploring the impact of different insoles using time series analysis may reveal more detail about their efficacy. RESEARCH QUESTION What are the effects revealed by a time series analysis of arch-supported prefabricated insoles (PREFABRICATED) versus arch-supported prefabricated insoles customized with a 6º medial wedge (CUSTOMIZED) on the lower limb biomechanics during walking, stepping up and down tasks in individuals with pronated feet? METHODS Nineteen individuals with excessive foot pronation performed walking, stepping up and down tasks using three insoles: CONTROL (flat insole), CUSTOMIZED, and PREFABRICATED. Angles and moments of ankle and knee coronal and hip transverse planes were compared between conditions using statistical parametric mapping (SPM). RESULTS For walking, CUSTOMIZED reduced ankle eversion moment compared to CONTROL during midstance and PREFABRICATED during propulsion. CUSTOMIZED decreased KAM during midstance and propulsion compared to PREFABRICATED. Compared to CONTROL, CUSTOMIZED and PREFABRICATED reduced hip internal rotation during propulsion and loading response, respectively. CUSTOMIZED decreased eversion movement during midstance and propulsion for the stepping up task. PREFABRICATED reduced eversion movement during midstance in comparison to CONTROL. For the stepping down task, CUSTOMIZED increased eversion movement during propulsion compared to PREFABRICATED. CUSTOMIZED reduced hip internal rotation angle for stepping up task during propulsion, decreased medial rotation movement during midstance compared to CONTROL, and reduced medial rotation during midstance compared to PREFABRICATED. CUSTOMIZED increased KAM for stepping up and down tasks during propulsion. SIGNIFICANCE These findings suggest that both CUSTOMIZED and PREFABRICATED reduce foot pronation. However, non-local effects, such as changes in KAM and hip internal rotation, were seen only in the CUSTOMIZED. Therefore, CUSTOMIZED may be preferable if the objective is to modify the knee and hip mechanics.
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Marberry SM, Filmalter SE, Pujalte GGA, Presley JC, DeMatas KF, Montero DP, Israni K, Ball CT, Maynard JR. Self-reported foot strike patterns and sonographic evidence of Achilles tendinopathy in asymptomatic marathon runners. J Sports Sci 2022; 40:1308-1314. [PMID: 35640042 DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2022.2080158] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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It is unknown whether ultrasound findings and symptoms of Achilles tendinopathy in runners correlate with foot strike patterns. We aimed to examine the relationships among Achilles tendon ultrasound findings in runners with or without Achilles tendinopathy, their foot strike patterns, and their training regimens. We recruited marathon runners 18 years of age or older with no history of Achilles tendon pain or surgery participating in the 2018 DONNA Marathon. Participants completed surveys and underwent Achilles tendon sonographic evaluations and were categorized by foot strike patterns. Seventy-nine runners were included; 22 (28%) with forefoot, 30 (38%) midfoot, and 27 (34%) hindfoot strike patterns. Foot strike pattern was not associated with tendon hyperaemia (P = 1.00) or hypoechogenicity (P = .97), and there was no association of cross-sectional area of the Achilles tendon with peak weekly distance while training. Sonographic characteristics of Achilles tendinopathy did not correlate with foot strike patterns or training regimens. Although not statistically significant, it is worth noting that cross-sectional area was 1 mm2 larger per every 1 kg/m2 increase in body mass index.
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- Scott M Marberry
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA.,Department of Family Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA.,Department of Family Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA.,Department of Family Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA.,Department of Family Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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- Department of Family Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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- Biostatistics Unit, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA.,Department of Family Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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Roggio F, Trovato B, Zanghì M, Petrigna L, Testa G, Pavone V, Musumeci G. Running Footwear and Impact Peak Differences in Recreational Runners. BIOLOGY 2022; 11:biology11060818. [PMID: 35741339 PMCID: PMC9219650 DOI: 10.3390/biology11060818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Revised: 05/23/2022] [Accepted: 05/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Simple Summary Running is a physical activity practiced by many people to maintain good levels of movement. Recreational runners commonly strike the ground with the postero–lateral zone of the foot, which may be associated with a higher biomechanical load on the lower limb, called impact peak. Different running shoes with specific cushioning are available to overcome the biomechanical load, e.g., shoes with a thickness difference between the forefoot and heel parts of the sole, called heel-to-toe drop. Analyzing the running pattern of recreational runners may be challenging because biomechanics laboratories mainly analyze these characteristics in individuals with visible alterations. To overcome these limitations, we employed a 3D markerless system; furthermore, we investigated footwear use. These parameters were studied to understand the behavior of those runners with and without a higher impact peak. Thirty participants underwent a running analysis and a questionnaire about their footwear. The study’s main finding highlighted kinematic and spatiotemporal differences between the runners presenting a higher impact peak and those without it. Furthermore, we observed that runners without an impact peak prefer shoes with a lower heel-to-toe drop, while the other group prefers shoes with a higher heel-to-toe drop. Investigating biomechanics characteristics is essential to reduce possible injury. Abstract Running is a physical activity and the investigation of its biomechanical aspects is crucial both to avoid injuries and enhance performance. Recreational runners may be liable to increased stress over the body, particularly to lower limb joints. This study investigates the different running patterns of recreational runners by analyzing characteristics of the footwear impact peak, spatiotemporal, and kinematic parameters among those that present with a peak impact and those that do not, with a 3D markerless system. Thirty recreational runners were divided into two groups: impact peak group (IP) (n = 16) and no impact peak group (n = 14) (n-IP). Kinematic and spatiotemporal parameters showed a large Cohen’s d effect size between the groups. The mean hip flexion was IP 40.40° versus n-IP 32.30° (d = −0.82). Hip extension was IP 30.20° versus n-IP 27.70° (d = −0.58), and ankle dorsiflexion was IP 20.80°, versus n-IP 13.37° (d = −1.17). Stride length was IP 117.90 cm versus n-IP 105.50 cm (d = −0.84). Steps per minute was IP group 170 spm, versus n-IP 163 spm (d = −0.51). The heel-to-toe drop was mainly 10–12 mm for the IP group and 4–6 mm for the n-IP group. Recreational runners whose hip extension is around 40°, ankle dorsiflexion around 20°, and initial foot contact around 14°, may be predisposed to the presence of an impact peak.
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- Federico Roggio
- Human, Histology and Movement Science Section, Department of Biomedical and Biotechnological Sciences, University of Catania, Via S. Sofia n°87, 95123 Catania, Italy; (F.R.); (B.T.); (M.Z.); (L.P.)
- Sport and Exercise Sciences Research Unit, Department of Psychology, Educational Science and Human Movement, University of Palermo, Via Giovanni Pascoli 6, 90144 Palermo, Italy
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- Human, Histology and Movement Science Section, Department of Biomedical and Biotechnological Sciences, University of Catania, Via S. Sofia n°87, 95123 Catania, Italy; (F.R.); (B.T.); (M.Z.); (L.P.)
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- Human, Histology and Movement Science Section, Department of Biomedical and Biotechnological Sciences, University of Catania, Via S. Sofia n°87, 95123 Catania, Italy; (F.R.); (B.T.); (M.Z.); (L.P.)
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- Human, Histology and Movement Science Section, Department of Biomedical and Biotechnological Sciences, University of Catania, Via S. Sofia n°87, 95123 Catania, Italy; (F.R.); (B.T.); (M.Z.); (L.P.)
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- Section of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University Hospital Policlinico “Rodolico-San Marco”, University of Catania, 95123 Catania, Italy; (G.T.); (V.P.)
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- Section of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University Hospital Policlinico “Rodolico-San Marco”, University of Catania, 95123 Catania, Italy; (G.T.); (V.P.)
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- Human, Histology and Movement Science Section, Department of Biomedical and Biotechnological Sciences, University of Catania, Via S. Sofia n°87, 95123 Catania, Italy; (F.R.); (B.T.); (M.Z.); (L.P.)
- Research Center on Motor Activities (CRAM), University of Catania, Via S. Sofia n°97, 95123 Catania, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-095-378-2043
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Ryan D, Rio E, O’Donoghue G, O’Sullivan C. The effect of combined action observation therapy and eccentric exercises in the treatment of mid-portion Achilles tendinopathy: study protocol for a feasibility pilot randomised controlled trial. Pilot Feasibility Stud 2022; 8:30. [PMID: 35130966 PMCID: PMC8819879 DOI: 10.1186/s40814-022-00981-w] [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: 01/20/2021] [Accepted: 01/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background
Mid-portion Achilles tendinopathy (AT) is a common overuse injury which can be difficult to successfully rehabilitate. Whilst peripherally directed treatment approaches that strengthen the Achilles tendon complex can be efficacious for some individuals, others will continue to experience long-standing pain and functional deficits. Expanding our rehabilitation approach beyond the tendon mechanical properties to include techniques which target the central neurophysiological changes which can occur in chronic injuries, including mid-portion AT, may improve our rehabilitation outcomes. Action observation therapy (AOT) is one such technique which targets central changes and can enhance motor learning. To our knowledge, there is currently no available information on the combined effect of AOT and eccentric exercises in the rehabilitation of mid-portion AT, nor understanding of the feasibility of conducting randomised controlled trials that investigate this combined centrally and peripherally directed treatment approach. This protocol outlines the design of a remotely conducted parallel-group randomised controlled trial comparing the efficacy of combined AOT and eccentric loading exercises versus eccentric loading exercises alone for mid-portion AT.
Methods
Participants recruited throughout Ireland with mid-portion AT will be randomly assigned to one of the following groups: (i) The AOT group will observe videos of the eccentric exercises prior to the physical performance of the eccentric exercises. (ii) The control group will observe videos of landscapes prior to the performance of the eccentric exercises. This is a 12-week daily intervention as per the Alfredson loading protocol and outcome measures will be assessed at baseline, week 6 and week 12. Primary feasibility outcomes will include data on numbers of eligible participants, recruitment and retention rates, along with exercise compliance and acceptability of treatment. The primary clinical outcome measure will be the Victorian Institution Symptom Assessment-Achilles Questionnaire (VISA-A) assessing disability. Secondary clinical outcomes will address the remaining core domains as outlined by the International Scientific Tendinopathy Symposium consensus (ICON group) including pain, participation, functional, physical function capacity, quality of life and psychological factors. Widespread bodily pain and centralised pain features and patient satisfaction levels will also be evaluated.
Discussion
This study will provide scientific direction for future randomised controlled trials exploring the effect of AOT and eccentric exercises in the treatment of mid-portion AT on pain, centralised pain features, motor and non-motor functions, quality of life and patient satisfaction levels. The feasibility of the conducting a study remotely from participant screening to final follow-up assessment will also be provided.
Trial registration
ISRCTN58161116
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Exercise Effects on the Biomechanical Properties of the Achilles Tendon—A Narrative Review. BIOLOGY 2022; 11:biology11020172. [PMID: 35205039 PMCID: PMC8869522 DOI: 10.3390/biology11020172] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2021] [Revised: 01/01/2022] [Accepted: 01/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Simple Summary The Achilles tendon influences the running economy because of its ability to store and release strain energy, and it remains one of the most vulnerable tendons among athletes and recreational runners. Exercised-related mechanical loading appears to induce changes in the Achilles tendon morphology and mechanical material properties. Both acute and relatively long-term exercise induces tendon adaptation, although biomechanical changes, e.g., cross-sectional area, plantarflexion moment, Young’s modulus, and stiffness, in response to exercise duration, type, and loading-regimes differ widely. Furthermore, a strong Achilles tendon can be developed by chronic exposure to habitual mechanical loading from daily exercise, which is associated with greater energy storage, release and overall health. Abstract The morphological and mechanical properties (e.g., stiffness, stress, and force) of the Achilles tendon (AT) are generally associated with its tendinosis and ruptures, particularly amongst runners. Interest in potential approaches to reduce or prevent the risk of AT injuries has grown exponentially as tendon mechanics have been efficiently improving. The following review aims to discuss the effect of different types of exercise on the AT properties. In this review article, we review literature showing the possibility to influence the mechanical properties of the AT from the perspective of acute exercise and long-term training interventions, and we discuss the reasons for inconsistent results. Finally, we review the role of the habitual state in the AT properties. The findings of the included studies suggest that physical exercise could efficiently improve the AT mechanical properties. In particular, relatively long-term and low-intensity eccentric training may be a useful adjunct to enhance the mechanical loading of the AT.
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Zhang X, Deng L, Yang Y, Xiao S, Li L, Fu W. Effects of 12-week transition training with minimalist shoes on Achilles tendon loading in habitual rearfoot strike runners. J Biomech 2021; 128:110807. [PMID: 34670150 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2021.110807] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2021] [Revised: 10/05/2021] [Accepted: 10/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Minimalist shod runners have reported greater material and mechanical properties of the Achilles tendon (AT) due to increased loading than runners who wear more cushioned running shoes. This study aimed to investigate the effects of 12-week transition training from conventional shoes to minimalist shoes on AT loading in habitual rearfoot strike runners. Seventeen healthy male habitual rearfoot strikers completed 12-week transition training. They were instructed either to run in minimalist shoes with a forefoot strike pattern (MIN + FFS, n = 9) or run in minimalist shoes but were free to develop their strike pattern (MIN, n = 8). Ultrasound images were captured to determine the cross-sectional area of the AT. Sagittal plane ankle kinematics and ground reaction forces were recorded simultaneously to quantify ankle joint mechanics and AT loading. The strike angle significantly decreased in MIN + FFS after the transition training, indicating a flatter foot at initial contact, whereas no changes were observed in MIN. After training, a significant increase in peak plantarflexion moment was observed for MIN + FFS (15.4%) and MIN (7.6%). Significantly increased peak AT force, peak loading rate and peak stress were observed after training in both groups. Specifically, MIN + FFS had a greater increase in peak AT force (20.3% versus 10.1%), peak loading rate (37.2% versus 25.4%) and peak AT stress (13.7% versus 8.1%) than MIN. Furthermore, for both groups, there were no significant differences in the moment arm and cross-sectional area of the AT observed before and after 12 weeks of training. The results of this study suggested that it was insufficient to promote the morphological adaptation of the AT, but the mechanical loading of the AT was adapted during running after 12-week transition training with minimalist shoes in MIN + FFS and MIN. Preliminary evidence showed that a gradual transition to minimalist shoes with a forefoot strike pattern may be beneficial to the mechanical loading of the AT.
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- Xini Zhang
- School of Kinesiology, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai 200438, China
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- School of Kinesiology, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai 200438, China
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- School of Kinesiology, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai 200438, China
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- School of Kinesiology, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai 200438, China
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- School of Kinesiology, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai 200438, China; Institute of Sport and Sport Science, University of Freiburg, Schwarzwaldstraße 175, 79117 Freiburg, Germany
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- School of Kinesiology, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai 200438, China; Key Laboratory of Exercise and Health Sciences of Ministry of Education, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai 200438, China; Shanghai Frontiers Science Research Base of Exercise and Metabolic Health, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai 200438, China.
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Zainuddin FL, Abd Rahman NA, Razman R, Shaharudin S. Lower limb biomechanical factors associated with Achilles tendinopathy in runners: a systematic review. SPORT SCIENCES FOR HEALTH 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s11332-021-00862-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Jafarnezhadgero AA, Fakhri E, Granacher U. Effects of nail softness and stiffness with distance running shoes on ground reaction forces and vertical loading rates in male elite long-distance runners with pronated feet. BMC Sports Sci Med Rehabil 2021; 13:120. [PMID: 34627372 PMCID: PMC8501533 DOI: 10.1186/s13102-021-00352-7] [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: 04/16/2021] [Accepted: 09/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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BACKGROUND To improve propulsion during running, athletes often wear spike shoes designed for training and/or competition. Running with spike shoes may cause pain and/or injuries. To address this problem, a modified spike shoe was tested. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of running with dual-versus single-stiffness spike running shoes on running mechanics in long-distance runners with pronated feet. METHODS Sixteen male elite (national competitive level) runners (5000 or 10,000 m) aged 28.2 ± 2.5 years with pronated feet volunteered to participate in this study. To be included, participants had to have achieved personal best race times over 5- and/or 10-km races under 17 or 34 min during official running competitions. All participants were heel strikers and had a history of 11.2 ± 4.2 years of training. For the assessment of running kinetics, a force plate was imbedded into a walkway. Running kinematics were recorded using a Vicon-motion-capture system. Nike Zoom Rival shoes (Nike, Nike Zoom Rival, USA) were selected and adapted according to spike softness and stiffness. Participants ran at a constant speed of ~4.0 m/s across the walkway with both shoe conditions in randomized order. Six trials were recorded per condition. The main outcomes included peak ground reaction forces and their time-to-peak, average and instantaneous vertical loading rates, free moments, and peak ankle eversion angles. RESULTS Paired t-tests revealed significantly lower lateral (p = 0.021, d = 0.95) and vertical (p = 0.010, d = 1.40) forces at heel contact during running with dual-stiffness spike shoes. Running with dual-stiffness spike shoes resulted in a significantly longer time-to-peak vertical (p = 0.004, d = 1.40) force at heel contact. The analysis revealed significantly lower average (p = 0.005, d = 0.46) and instantaneous (p = 0.021, d = 0.49) loading rates and peak negative free moment amplitudes (p = 0.016, d = 0.81) when running with dual-stiffness spike shoes. Finally, significantly lower peak ankle eversion angles were observed with dual-stiffness spike shoes (p < 0.001, d = 1.29). CONCLUSIONS Running in dual- compared with single-stiffness spike distance running shoes resulted in lower loading rates, free moment amplitudes, and peak ankle eversion angles of long-distance runners with pronated feet.
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- Amir Ali Jafarnezhadgero
- Department of Sport Managements and Biomechanics, Faculty of Educational Sciences and Psychology, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, Ardabil, Iran
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- Department of Sport Managements and Biomechanics, Faculty of Educational Sciences and Psychology, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, Ardabil, Iran
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- Division of Training and Movement Sciences, Research Focus Cognition Sciences, University of Potsdam, Potsdam, Germany.
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Costa BL, Magalhães FA, Araújo VL, Richards J, Vieira FM, Souza TR, Trede R. Is there a dose-response of medial wedge insoles on lower limb biomechanics in people with pronated feet during walking and running? Gait Posture 2021; 90:190-196. [PMID: 34509041 DOI: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2021.09.163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2020] [Revised: 08/25/2021] [Accepted: 09/02/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Although the effects of medial wedge insoles on lower limb biomechanics have been investigated, information about the effects of different magnitudes of medial posting is still lacking. RESEARCH QUESTION What are the dose-response effects of medial wedge insoles with postings varying between 0 °, 3 °, 6 °, and 9 ° of inclination on the lower limb biomechanics during walking and running in individuals with pronated feet? METHODS Sixteen participants with an FPI ≥ 6 were recruited. Four arch-supported insole conditions with varying degrees of medial heel wedge were tested (0°, 3°, 6°, and 9°). A 3D motion analysis system with force plates was used to obtain the kinetics and kinematics of walking and running at self-selected speeds. To compare the ankle, knee, and hip angles and moments among conditions, a time series analysis was performed using Statistical Parametric Mapping (SPM). RESULTS A reduction in ankle eversion angle was observed during walking for all insoles. For running, the 6° and 9° insoles decreased the ankle eversion angle during early stance and increased this angle during the propulsive phase. A decrease in ankle eversion moment was observed in walking and running for 6° and 9° insoles. An increase in knee adduction moment occurred in walking and running for all insoles. For hip, the 6° and 9° insoles showed, during walking, a decrease in hip adduction angle and an increase in hip adduction and external rotation moments. For most variables, statistical differences were found for a greater period across the stance phase as the medial wedge increased, except for ankle eversion moment and hip external rotation moment during walking. SIGNIFICANCE The biomechanical effects over the time series for many of the parameters increased with the addition of insole inclination, showing a dose-response effect of medial wedge insoles on the lower limb biomechanics during walking and running in adults with excessive foot pronation.
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- Brunna Librelon Costa
- Graduate Program in Rehabilitation and Functional Performance, Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade Federal dos Vales do Jequitinhonha e Mucuri (UFVJM), Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Allied Health Research Unit, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Graduate Program in Rehabilitation and Functional Performance, Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade Federal dos Vales do Jequitinhonha e Mucuri (UFVJM), Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Rehabilitation and Functional Performance, Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade Federal dos Vales do Jequitinhonha e Mucuri (UFVJM), Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
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Tayfur A, Haque A, Salles JI, Malliaras P, Screen H, Morrissey D. Are Landing Patterns in Jumping Athletes Associated with Patellar Tendinopathy? A Systematic Review with Evidence Gap Map and Meta-analysis. Sports Med 2021; 52:123-137. [PMID: 34554424 PMCID: PMC8761156 DOI: 10.1007/s40279-021-01550-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Background Patellar tendinopathy (PT) is common and debilitating for jumping athletes. Intriguingly, despite its high prevalence and many research studies, a causal explanation for PT presence remains elusive. Objective Our objective was to investigate whether landing biomechanics among jumping athletes are associated with PT and can predict onset. Methods We conducted a systematic review with evidence gap map and meta-analysis. We searched three databases from inception to May 2021 for observational studies or trials evaluating landing biomechanics in jumping athletes with PT (JPTs). We assessed quality with a modified Downs and Black checklist, risk of bias with the Quality Assessment of Diagnostic Accuracy Studies (QUADAS-2) tool, and evidence levels with van Tulder’s criteria and provided an evidence gap map. Results One prospective cohort (moderate quality), one cross-sectional cohort (moderate quality), and 14 case–control (four high-, seven moderate-, and three low-quality) studies, including 104 JPTs, 14 with previous PT, 45 with asymptomatic patellar tendon abnormality (PTA), and 190 controls were retained. All studies had a high risk of bias. Meta-analysis showed an association between lower ankle dorsiflexion and the presence of tendinopathy during drop and spike landings, and JPTs had reduced knee joint power and work during volleyball approach or drop landings (moderate evidence). Limited evidence suggested that JPTs had lower patellar tendon loads during drop landings. Strong or moderate evidence showed no relation between PT and sagittal plane peak knee and hip angles or range of motion; hip, knee, or ankle angles at initial contact (IC); knee angular velocities, peak trunk kinematics, or trunk angles at IC; sagittal plane hip, knee, or ankle moments; and peak vertical ground reaction force (vGRF) and vGRF impulse. Identified gaps were that no study simultaneously investigated athletes with previous PT, current PT, and PTA, and studies of joint angular velocities at IC, ankle and hip angular velocities after touchdown, leg stiffness, loading rate of forces, and muscle activation are lacking. Conclusion Despite the voluminous literature, large number of participants, multitude of investigated parameters, and consistent research focus on landing biomechanics, only a few associations can be identified, such as reduced ankle dorsiflexion–plantarflexion range. Further, the quality of the existing literature is inadequate to draw strong conclusions, with only four high-quality papers being found. We were unable to determine biomechanical factors that predicted PT onset, as longitudinal/prospective studies enabling causal inference are absent. The identified gaps indicate useful areas in which to explore causal relationships to inform intervention development. Therefore, high-quality prospective studies are essential to definitively determine whether landing biomechanics play a part in the development, recurrence, or management of PT and represent a potential therapeutic or preventive target alongside non-biomechanical factors. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s40279-021-01550-6.
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- Abdulhamit Tayfur
- Sports and Exercise Medicine, William Harvey Research Institute, QMUL, London, UK.,Barts Health NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Sports and Exercise Medicine, William Harvey Research Institute, QMUL, London, UK
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- Sports and Exercise Medicine, William Harvey Research Institute, QMUL, London, UK
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- School of Engineering Material Sciences, QMUL, London, UK
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- Sports and Exercise Medicine, William Harvey Research Institute, QMUL, London, UK. .,Barts Health NHS Trust, London, UK.
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Squier K, Scott A, Hunt MA, Brunham LR, Wilson DR, Screen H, Waugh CM. The effects of cholesterol accumulation on Achilles tendon biomechanics: A cross-sectional study. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0257269. [PMID: 34529718 PMCID: PMC8445482 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0257269] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2021] [Accepted: 08/31/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Familial hypercholesterolemia, a common genetic metabolic disorder characterized by high cholesterol levels, is involved in the development of atherosclerosis and other preventable diseases. Familial hypercholesterolemia can also cause tendinous abnormalities, such as thickening and xanthoma (tendon lipid accumulation) in the Achilles, which may impede tendon biomechanics. The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of cholesterol accumulation on the biomechanical performance of Achilles tendons, in vivo. 16 participants (10 men, 6 women; 37±6 years) with familial hypercholesterolemia, diagnosed with tendon xanthoma, and 16 controls (10 men, 6 women; 36±7 years) underwent Achilles biomechanical assessment. Achilles biomechanical data was obtained during preferred pace, shod, walking by analysis of lower limb kinematics and kinetics utilizing 3D motion capture and an instrumented treadmill. Gastrocnemius medialis muscle-tendon junction displacement was imaged using ultrasonography. Achilles stiffness, hysteresis, strain and force were calculated from displacement-force data acquired during loading cycles, and tested for statistical differences using one-way ANOVA. Statistical parametric mapping was used to examine group differences in temporal data. Participants with familial hypercholesterolemia displayed lower Achilles stiffness compared to the control group (familial hypercholesterolemia group: 87±20 N/mm; controls: 111±18 N/mm; p = 0.001), which appeared to be linked to Achilles loading rate rather than an increased strain (FH: 5.27±1.2%; controls: 4.95±0.9%; p = 0.413). We found different Achilles loading patterns in the familial hypercholesterolemia group, which were traced to differences in the centre of pressure progression that affected ankle moment. This finding may indicate that individuals with familial hypercholesterolemia use different Achilles loading strategies. Participants with familial hypercholesterolemia also demonstrated significantly greater Achilles hysteresis than the control group (familial hypercholesterolemia: 57.5±7.3%; controls: 43.8±10%; p<0.001), suggesting that walking may require a greater metabolic cost. Our results indicate that cholesterol accumulation could contribute to reduced Achilles function, while potentially increasing the chance of injury.
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- Kipling Squier
- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Centre for Hip Health and Mobility, Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Centre for Hip Health and Mobility, Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Centre for Hip Health and Mobility, Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Centre for Heart Lung Innovation, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Centre for Hip Health and Mobility, Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Department of Orthopaedics, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- School of Engineering & Materials Science, Queen Mary University of London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Centre for Hip Health and Mobility, Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Griffin C, Daniels K, Hill C, Franklyn-Miller A, Morin JB. A criteria-based rehabilitation program for chronic mid-portion Achilles tendinopathy: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2021; 22:695. [PMID: 34391384 PMCID: PMC8364697 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-021-04553-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2021] [Accepted: 07/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Achilles tendinopathy (AT) is a common overuse injury in running-related sports where patients experience pain and impaired function which can persist. A graded rehabilitation program has been successful in reducing pain and improving function to enable a return to sport. The aim of this study is to compare the effectiveness of a criteria-based rehabilitation program including strength and reactive strength targets, with a previously successful rehabilitation program on changes in pain and function using the Victorian Institute of Sport Assessment-Achilles (VISA-A) questionnaire. Secondary aims will be to assess changes in calf strength, reactive strength, and lower limb running and forward hop biomechanics over the course of a 12-week rehabilitation program, and long-term follow-up investigations. METHODS Sixty eligible participants with chronic mid-portion AT who train in running-based sports will be included in this study. They will be randomly assigned to a group that will follow an evidence-based rehabilitation program of daily exercises with progression guided by symptoms or a group performing 3 high-intensity rehabilitation sessions per week with individualised load targets progressing to reactive strength exercises. Testing will take place at baseline, week 6 and 12. Plantar flexor peak torque will be measured using isokinetic dynamometry, reactive strength will be measured using a drop jump and lower limb biomechanical variables will be measured during a single leg forward hurdle hop test and treadmill running using 3D motion analysis. Follow-up interviews will take place at 6, 12 and 24 months after beginning the program which will assess patient participation in sport and possible re-injury. DISCUSSION This is the first study to propose an individualised criteria-based graded rehabilitation program in patients in with chronic mid-portion Achilles tendinopathy where progression is guided by strength and reactive strength outcome measures. This study will provide a comprehensive assessment of plantar flexor strength, reactive strength and lower limb biomechanical variables in running and forward hopping with the VISA-A questionnaire as the primary outcome measure and long term post-intervention follow-up assessments performed. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov (ID: NCT04384874 ). Registered retrospectively on April 23rd 2020.
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- Colin Griffin
- Université Côte d'Azur, LAMHESS, Nice, France.
- Sports Surgery Clinic, Santry Demesne, Dublin 9, Ireland.
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- Sports Surgery Clinic, Santry Demesne, Dublin 9, Ireland
- University of Bristol, Queen's School of Engineering, University Walk, Bristol, BS81TR, UK
- Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, UK
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- Sports Surgery Clinic, Santry Demesne, Dublin 9, Ireland
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- Sports Surgery Clinic, Santry Demesne, Dublin 9, Ireland
- Centre for Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
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- Université Côte d'Azur, LAMHESS, Nice, France
- Sports Performance Research Institute New Zealand (SPRINZ), Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
- Univ Lyon, UJM-Saint-Etienne, Inter-university Laboratory of Human Movement Biology, EA 7424, F-42023, Saint-Etienne, France
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Lundberg Zachrisson A, Ivarsson A, Desai P, Karlsson J, Grau S. Risk factors for overuse injuries in a cohort of elite Swedish track and field athletes. BMC Sports Sci Med Rehabil 2021; 13:73. [PMID: 34238348 PMCID: PMC8265081 DOI: 10.1186/s13102-021-00297-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2020] [Accepted: 06/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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BACKGROUND Most injuries in track and field are caused by overuse with conflicting reports concerning the underlying mechanisms. The purpose of this study was to evaluate how biomechanical and clinical factors relate to the risk of overuse injuries, and to investigate whether the relationships between potential risk factors and injury become stronger if injuries are grouped by location. METHODS The study is a prospective cohort study conducted during a Swedish track and field season over eleven months, from October to August. The cohort consisted of elite male and female track and field athletes competing in either middle- and long-distance running, sprinting, jumping, or throwing events (n = 96). Athletes performed a baseline screening at enrollment consisting of a clinical examination, running, and strength tests. Injury data was collected during the season by medical professionals and divided according to their anatomical location into upper-body, thigh/hip, knee, or foot/shank injuries. RESULTS Thirty-four (54.8%) injuries where located at the foot/shank, followed by sixteen injuries at the thigh/hip (25.8%). Only eight knee (12.9%) and four upper-body (6.5%) injuries were registered during the season and therefore not analysed. Effect sizes were calculated for all test variables. Small effect sizes (rpb = .10-.23) were found for eleven risk factors between the overall injured (all injuries combined) and non-injured athletes. By further sub-grouping the injured group into thigh/hip injuries, effect size increased in hip adduction range of motion knee flexion velocity and the muscle flexibility of the iliopsoas. For foot/shank injuries, only the hamstring:quadriceps strength ratios increased for the right side to a small effect size. CONCLUSIONS Injury grouping appears to increase effect size for certain risk factors. Athletes with a slower knee flexion velocity during stance phase were more likely to become injured (p-value <.03, rpb = .37). An increased cohort size to further sub-divide injuries into specific diagnoses is needed.
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- Andreas Lundberg Zachrisson
- Center for Health and Performance, Department of Food and Nutrition, and Sport Science, University of Gothenburg, Box 300, 405 30 Gothenburg, Sweden
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- School of Health and Welfare, Halmstad University, Kristian IV:s väg 3, 301 18 Halmstad, Sweden
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- Department of Orthopaedics at Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Göteborgsvägen 31, 431 80 Mölndal, Sweden
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- Department of Orthopaedics at Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Göteborgsvägen 31, 431 80 Mölndal, Sweden
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- Center for Health and Performance, Department of Food and Nutrition, and Sport Science, University of Gothenburg, Box 300, 405 30 Gothenburg, Sweden
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Hannigan JJ, Pollard CD. Biomechanical analysis of two runners who developed leg injuries during a six-week transition to maximal running shoes: A case series. J Sports Sci 2021; 39:2305-2311. [PMID: 34074228 DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2021.1930683] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Achilles tendinopathy (AT) and medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) are two of the most common running-related injuries. In a previous study investigating running biomechanics before and after a six-week transition to maximal running shoes, two runners dropped out of this study due to Achilles pain and shin pain, respectively. The purpose of this case series was to investigate running biomechanics in those two runners, identifying potential causes for injury in relation to maximal shoe use. Running biomechanics were collected in a laboratory setting for these two runners wearing both a maximal running shoe and traditional running shoe before the six-week transition using an 8-camera motion capture system and two embedded force plates. Both runners displayed prolonged eversion in the maximal shoe, which has been previously cited as a potential risk factor for developing Achilles tendinopathy and medial tibial stress syndrome. Relatively high loading rates and impact forces were also observed in the runner with shin pain in the maximal shoe, which may have contributed to their pain. More prospective research on injury rates in individuals running in maximal shoes is needed.
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- J J Hannigan
- Program in Physical Therapy, Oregon State University - Cascades, Bend, OR, USA.,School of Biological and Population Health Sciences, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, USA
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- Program in Physical Therapy, Oregon State University - Cascades, Bend, OR, USA.,School of Biological and Population Health Sciences, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, USA
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Are Plantarflexor Muscle Impairments Present Among Individuals with Achilles Tendinopathy and Do They Change with Exercise? A Systematic Review with Meta-analysis. SPORTS MEDICINE-OPEN 2021; 7:18. [PMID: 33689050 PMCID: PMC7947084 DOI: 10.1186/s40798-021-00308-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2020] [Accepted: 02/14/2021] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Background Understanding plantarflexor muscle impairments among individuals with Achilles tendinopathy (AT) may help to guide future research and inform clinical management of AT. Therefore, the aim of this review is to evaluate plantarflexor muscle impairments among individuals with AT and whether plantarflexor muscle function changes following resistance training interventions. Methods We searched relevant databases including Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Ovid (MEDLINE, EMBASE, AMED) and EBSCO (CINAHL Plus and SPORTDiscus) up to September 2020. Studies investigating plantarflexor muscle function were included if they met the following criteria: (1) any study design enabled comparison of plantarflexor muscle function between individuals with and without AT, or the affected and unaffected side of individuals with unilateral AT, and (2) any studies enabled investigation of change in plantarflexion muscle function over time with use of resistance training intervention. We included studies that recruited adults with either insertional or mid-portion AT of any duration. Study selection, quality assessment and data extraction were undertaken independently by two reviewers. Discrepancies were resolved via discussion, or by consulting a third reviewer where necessary. The Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) critical appraisal tools specific to each study design were used to assess the methodological quality of included studies. Grading the strength of evidence for each outcome was determined according to the quality and number of studies. Results A total of 25 studies (545 participants) met inclusion. Participants’ mean age was 40 ± 7 years old. Six studies were high quality for all domains, while the remaining were susceptible to the risk of bias (e.g. selection criteria, reporting findings). This review identified moderate evidence that individuals with AT have impairment in maximal plantarflexor torque (seven studies including one with a mixed population) on their affected side, compared with the unaffected side. Impairments were modest (9% and 13% [pooled effect divided by mean of the unaffected side scores]) and of uncertain clinical importance. The remaining evidence, primarily among individuals with mid-portion AT, showed conflicting impairments for plantarflexor function (i.e. explosive strength and endurance) between sides. There was limited to very limited evidence for improvement in plantarflexor endurance (7% and 23%) but not power or strength (five studies including one with a mixed population for strength) over time, despite individuals undertaking several weeks of resistance training. Conclusions Plantarflexor impairments appear more common between sides than compared with control groups but given limitations in the literature further exploration of these relationships is needed. Registration PROSPERO Database; number CRD42019100747. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s40798-021-00308-8.
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Magalhães FA, Fonseca ST, Araújo VL, Trede RG, Oliveira LM, Castor CGME, Pinto RZ, Souza TR. Midfoot passive stiffness affects foot and ankle kinematics and kinetics during the propulsive phase of walking. J Biomech 2021; 119:110328. [PMID: 33611052 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2021.110328] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2020] [Revised: 12/11/2020] [Accepted: 02/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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The midfoot joint complex (MFJC) is related to the mechanics and efficiency of the walking propulsive phase and low midfoot passive stiffness may require compensatory foot and ankle joint moments to avoid excessive pronation and inefficient propulsion. This study aimed to investigate the kinematics and kinetics of the MFJC and ankle during the propulsive phase of walking in subjects with larger and smaller midfoot passive stiffness. MFJC passive stiffness of 20 healthy adult participants, and the kinematics and kinetics of the MFJC (forefoot-rearfoot) and ankle (rearfoot-shank) during the stance phase of walking were measured. The participants were divided equally into two groups according to the MFJC passive stiffness. Ranges of motion (ROM) and mean joint moments were computed for the late stance. Independent t-tests (α = 0.05) revealed that subjects with lower midfoot passive stiffness showed an increased MFJC sagittal ROM (flattened longitudinal arch) (p = 0.002), increased ankle frontal ROM (more everted positions) (p = 0.002), increased MFJC frontal ROM (more inverted positions) (p = 0.019), as well as a tendency for larger ankle sagittal ROM (p = 0.056). They also showed increased MFJC (p = 0.021) and ankle (p = 0.018) moments in the sagittal plane, increased MFJC moment in the frontal plane (p = 0.047) and a tendency for a predominant ankle moment in the frontal (p = 0.058). Foot and ankle joint moments are possible strategies to reduce pronation and improve propulsion, but not sufficient to prevent the altered kinematics related to low midfoot stiffness. Therefore, midfoot passive stiffness is critical for foot and ankle kinematics and kinetics during walking propulsive phase and is a potential target of interventions.
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- Fabrício Anicio Magalhães
- Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, School of Physical Education, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences; Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, School of Physical Education, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences; Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, School of Physical Education, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences; Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal dos Vales do Jequitinhonha e Mucuri, Department of Physical Therapy, Graduate Program in Rehabilitation and Functional Performance, Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, School of Physical Education, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences; Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, School of Physical Education, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences; Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, School of Physical Education, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences; Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, School of Physical Education, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences; Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
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Andere NFB, Godoy-Santos AL, Mochizuki L, Rodrigues MB, Fernandes TD, Soares-Júnior JM, Alonso AC, Luna NMS, Brech GC, Greve JMD. Biomechanical evaluation in runners with Achilles tendinopathy. Clinics (Sao Paulo) 2021; 76:e2803. [PMID: 34133661 PMCID: PMC8158676 DOI: 10.6061/clinics/2021/e2803] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2021] [Accepted: 04/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the clinical characteristics, ground reaction force (GRF), and function of the plantar muscles and dorsiflexors of the ankle in runners with and without Achilles tendinopathy (AT) and in non-runners. METHODS Seventy-two participants (42 men, 30 women; mean age: 37.3±9.9 years) were enrolled in this cross-sectional study and divided into three groups: AT group (ATG, n=24), healthy runners' group (HRG, n=24), and non-runners' group (NRG, n=24). Both ankles were evaluated in each group. The American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) Ankle-Hindfoot Scale was used for clinical and functional evaluation. GRF was evaluated using force plates and muscle strength was evaluated using an isokinetic dynamometer. RESULTS The AOFAS scores were lower in the ATG. The strike impulse was higher in the ATG than in the HRG and NRG. However, GRF was similar among the groups. The ATG exhibited lower total work at 120°/s speed than the HRG. The peak torque in concentric dorsiflexion was lower in the NRG than in the ATG and HRG. The peak torque and total work in concentric plantar flexion were lower in the NRG than in the ATG. The peak torque and total work in eccentric plantar flexion were lower in the NRG than in the ATG and HRG. CONCLUSION Runners with AT showed higher strike impulse, lower muscle strength of the plantar flexors, and higher clinical and functional damage.
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- Nathalie Ferrari Bechara Andere
- Laboratorio de Estudos do Movimento, Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia (IOT), Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, BR
- Corresponding author. E-mail:
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- Departamento de Cirurgia Ortopedica, Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia (IOT), Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, BR
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- Laboratorio de Biomecanica, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, BR
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- Departamento de Cirurgia Ortopedica, Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia (IOT), Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, BR
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- Departamento de Cirurgia Ortopedica, Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia (IOT), Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, BR
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- Disciplina de Ginecologia, Departamento de Obstetricia e Ginecologia, Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Sao Paulo, São Paulo, SP, BR
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- Laboratorio de Estudos do Movimento, Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia (IOT), Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, BR
- Programa de Ciencias do Envelhecimento, Universidade Sao Judas Tadeu (USJT), Sao Paulo, SP, BR
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- Laboratorio de Estudos do Movimento, Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia (IOT), Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, BR
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- Laboratorio de Estudos do Movimento, Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia (IOT), Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, BR
- Programa de Ciencias do Envelhecimento, Universidade Sao Judas Tadeu (USJT), Sao Paulo, SP, BR
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- Laboratorio de Estudos do Movimento, Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia (IOT), Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, BR
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Ryan D, O’Sullivan C. Outcome measures used in intervention studies for the rehabilitation of mid‐portion achilles tendinopathy; a scoping review. TRANSLATIONAL SPORTS MEDICINE 2020. [DOI: 10.1002/tsm2.213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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- Deirdre Ryan
- Physiotherapy and Sports Science UCD School of Public Health Belfield, Dublin 4 Ireland
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- Physiotherapy and Sports Science UCD School of Public Health Belfield, Dublin 4 Ireland
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Bahari M, Hadadi M, Vosoughi AR, Kordi Yoosefinejad A, Sobhani S. Cross-cultural adaptation, reliability and validity of the Persian version of the Victorian Institute of Sport Assessment-Achilles questionnaire (VISA-A). Disabil Rehabil 2020; 44:983-991. [PMID: 32664757 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2020.1781268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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PURPOSE Achilles tendinopathy is a prevalent overuse injury among athletes and in those with a sedentary lifestyle. Current evidence indicates that the Victorian Institute of Sport Assessment-Achilles (VISA-A) questionnaire is a valid, reliable and disease-specific outcome measure for assessing the clinical symptoms in patients with Achilles tendinopathy. The objective of this study was to translate and cross-culturally adapt the VISA-A questionnaire into Persian (VISA-A-P) and evaluating its psychometric properties. MATERIALS AND METHODS Cultural adaptation of VISA-A-P was conducted according to Beaton's guideline. The final version of VISA-A-P was handed to 61 patients for analysis of psychometric properties. Test-retest reliability, internal consistency, concurrent validity, item-total correlation, and floor/ceiling effect were evaluated in patients with Achilles tendinopathy. To assess test-retest reliability, 35 patients refilled the VISA-A-P twice within 5-7 days. Known-group validity was evaluated using 50 healthy individuals. RESULTS VISA-A-P showed excellent test-retest reliability (ICC = 0.90), excellent internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha = 0.95), strong correlation with FAAM, and moderate to strong correlation with FAOS questionnaires. There was a significant difference between the average score of patients (34.55 ± 18.24) and the healthy group (73.1 ± 20.10). VISA-A-P showed neither ceiling nor floor effect. CONCLUSIONS The VISA-A-P is a reliable and valid instrument for measuring the symptoms in Persian speaking populations with Achilles tendinopathy.Implications for rehabilitationAchilles tendinopathy is a debilitating overuse injury that insidiously affects tendoAchilles.VISA-A-P revealed acceptable validity and reliability and it could be used by Persian speaking clinicians and researchers to assess pain and function in people with Achilles tendinopathy.
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- Milad Bahari
- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.,Rehabilitation Sciences Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Bone and Joint Diseases Research Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Chamran Hospital, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.,Rehabilitation Sciences Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.,Rehabilitation Sciences Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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Harris M, Schultz A, Drew MK, Rio E, Adams S, Edwards S. Thirty-seven jump-landing biomechanical variables are associated with asymptomatic patellar tendon abnormality and patellar tendinopathy: A systematic review. Phys Ther Sport 2020; 45:38-55. [PMID: 32622328 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2020.03.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2019] [Revised: 02/14/2020] [Accepted: 03/30/2020] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To identify studies that report three-dimensional (3D) biomechanical analysis of jump-landing tasks in relation to athletes with current patellar tendinopathy (PT), and/or asymptomatic with history of PT or patellar tendon abnormality (PTA) on diagnostic imaging. METHODS Five electronic databases were searched. Included articles were required to: (1) investigate the 3D biomechanics of a jump-landing task; (2) be cross-sectional or longitudinal in design; and (3) include participants that had symptomatic PT, were asymptomatic with a history of PT, asymptomatic with PTA on diagnostic imaging and/or asymptomatic with an unknown pathology or PT history. RESULTS Thirty-seven statistically significant jump-landing variables were associated with PT, history of PT and/or PTA. The only consistent variable that could be replicated between studies was knee flexion angle at initial foot-ground contact (IC) and an altered hip flexion/extension strategy during a horizontal land phase of a vertical stop-jump. CONCLUSION Isolated vertical landings or take-offs alone may not be sensitive enough to identify key jump-landing variables associated with PT, thus clinicians and researchers should incorporate a whole jump-landing task with a horizontal landing component. Sagital plane hip and knee kinematics in a horizontal landing phase appear to provide the most valuable information for evaluating those with PT.
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- Meaghan Harris
- University of Newcastle, School of Environmental and Life Sciences, Ourimbah, NSW, Australia.
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- University of Newcastle, School of Environmental and Life Sciences, Ourimbah, NSW, Australia; University of Newcastle, Priority Research Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.
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- Athlete Availability, Australian Institute of Sport, Bruce, ACT, Australia; University of Canberra Research into Sport and Exercise (UCRISE), University of Canberra, Bruce, ACT, Australia; Australian Centre for Research into Injury in Sport and its Prevention, Federation University Australia, Ballarat, VIC, Australia.
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- La Trobe University Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, La Trobe University, Bundoora, VIC, Australia.
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- University of Newcastle, School of Environmental and Life Sciences, Ourimbah, NSW, Australia.
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- University of Newcastle, School of Environmental and Life Sciences, Ourimbah, NSW, Australia; University of Newcastle, Priority Research Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.
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Jungmalm J, Nielsen RØ, Desai P, Karlsson J, Hein T, Grau S. Associations between biomechanical and clinical/anthropometrical factors and running-related injuries among recreational runners: a 52-week prospective cohort study. Inj Epidemiol 2020; 7:10. [PMID: 32234070 PMCID: PMC7110719 DOI: 10.1186/s40621-020-00237-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2019] [Accepted: 03/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this exploratory study was to investigate whether runners with certain biomechanical or clinical/anthropometrical characteristics sustain more running-related injuries than runners with other biomechanical or clinical/anthropometrical characteristics. METHODS The study was designed as a prospective cohort with 52-weeks follow-up. A total of 224 injury-free, recreational runners were recruited from the Gothenburg Half Marathon and tested at baseline. The primary exposure variables were biomechanical and clinical/anthropometrical measures, including strength, lower extremity kinematics, joint range of motion, muscle flexibility, and trigger points. The primary outcome measure was any running-related injury diagnosed by a medical practitioner. Cumulative risk difference was used as measure of association. A shared frailty approach was used with legs as the unit of interest. A total of 448 legs were included in the analyses. RESULTS The cumulative injury incidence proportion for legs was 29.0% (95%CI = 24.0%; 34.8%). A few biomechanical and clinical/anthropometrical factors influence the number of running-related injuries sustained in recreational runners. Runners with a late timing of maximal eversion sustained 20.7% (95%CI = 1.3; 40.0) more injuries, and runners with weak abductors in relation to adductors sustained 17.3% (95%CI = 0.8; 33.7) more injuries, compared with the corresponding reference group. CONCLUSIONS More injuries are likely to occur in runners with late timing of maximal eversion or weak hip abductors in relation to hip adductors.
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- Jonatan Jungmalm
- Center for Health and Performance, Department of Food and Nutrition and Sport Science, University of Gothenburg, Box 300, SE405 30 Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Section of Sport Science, Department of Public Health, Aarhus University, Dalgas Avenue 4, 8000 Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 426, SE415 30 Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 426, SE415 30 Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Center for Health and Performance, Department of Food and Nutrition and Sport Science, University of Gothenburg, Box 300, SE405 30 Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Center for Health and Performance, Department of Food and Nutrition and Sport Science, University of Gothenburg, Box 300, SE405 30 Gothenburg, Sweden
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Fernández-López I, Rojano-Ortega D. Lower Limb Biomechanical Factors Related to Running Injuries: A Review and Practical Recommendations. Strength Cond J 2020. [DOI: 10.1519/ssc.0000000000000497] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Willwacher S, Sanno M, Brüggemann GP. Fatigue matters: An intense 10 km run alters frontal and transverse plane joint kinematics in competitive and recreational adult runners. Gait Posture 2020; 76:277-283. [PMID: 31884254 DOI: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2019.11.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2019] [Revised: 10/29/2019] [Accepted: 11/29/2019] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Fatigue is an essential component of distance running. Still, little is known about the effects of running induced fatigue on three-dimensional lower extremity joint movement, in particular in the frontal and transverse planes of motion. RESEARCH QUESTION How are non-sagittal plane lower extremity joint kinematics of runners altered during a 10 km treadmill run with near-maximum effort? METHODS In a cross-sectional study design, we captured three-dimensional kinematics and kinetics at regular intervals throughout a 10 km treadmill run in 24 male participants (subdivided into a competitive and recreational runner group) at a speed corresponding to 105 % of their season-best time. We calculated average and peak joint angles at the hip, knee and ankle during the stance phase. RESULTS We observed peak deviations of 3.5°, 3° and 5° for the hip (more adduction), knee (more abduction) and ankle (more eversion) in the frontal plane when comparing the final (10 km) with the first (0 km) measurement. At the end of the run peak knee internal rotation angles increased significantly (up to 3° difference). Running with a more abducted knee joint and with a higher demand for hip abductor muscles in the unfatigued state was related to greater fatigue-induced changes of joint kinematics at the knee and hip. SIGNIFICANCE The fatigue related change of non-sagittal joint kinematics needs to be considered when addressing risk factors for running-related injuries, when designing shoe interventions as well as strengthening and gait retraining protocols for runners. We speculate that strengthening ankle invertors and hip abductors and monitoring the dynamic leg axis during running appear to be promising in preventing fatigue induced alterations of non-sagittal joint kinematics.
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- Steffen Willwacher
- Institute of Biomechanics and Orthopaedics, German Sport University Cologne, Am Sportpark Müngersdorf 6, 50933, Cologne, Germany.
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- Institute of Biomechanics and Orthopaedics, German Sport University Cologne, Am Sportpark Müngersdorf 6, 50933, Cologne, Germany.
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- Institute of Biomechanics and Orthopaedics, German Sport University Cologne, Am Sportpark Müngersdorf 6, 50933, Cologne, Germany.
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Romero-Morales C, Martín-Llantino PJ, Calvo-Lobo C, San Antolín-Gil M, López-López D, Pedro MBD, Sanz DR. Vibration increases multifidus cross-sectional area versus cryotherapy added to chronic non-insertional Achilles tendinopathy eccentric exercise. Phys Ther Sport 2020; 42:61-67. [PMID: 31927349 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2020.01.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2019] [Revised: 01/02/2020] [Accepted: 01/03/2020] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To assess multifidus muscle thickness, cross-sectional area (CSA) and disability in patients with chronic non-insertional Achilles tendinopathy (AT) who developed an eccentric exercise (EE) vibration program compared to an EE program with cryotherapy. DESIGN Single-blinded randomized clinical trial. SETTING Outpatient clinic. PARTICIPANTS A total sample of 61 patients diagnosed with chronic non-insertional AT was recruited and randomly divided into two groups. A group (n = 30) developed the EE program plus vibration and B group (n = 31) received the EE program plus cryotherapy for 12 weeks. Multifidus thickness and CSA were measured at rest and during maximal isometric contraction by ultrasound imaging. The Victorian Institute for Sport Assessment (VISA-A) was used to asses functionality. RESULTS Multifidus CSA was statistically significant increased (P < 0.05) for the EE vibration program group with respect to EE plus cryotherapy during maximal isometric contraction and at rest at 12-weeks after intervention in individuals with chronic non-insertional AT. Despite both interventions showed differences for the multifidus thickness and AT disability variables over time, there were not between-groups differences. CONCLUSIONS Authors encourage the use of vibration with respect to cryotherapy added to EE programs in order to enhance multifidus CSA in addition to lower limb functionality in individuals who suffer from chronic non-insertional AT.
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- Carlos Romero-Morales
- Faculty of Sport Sciences, Universidad Europea de Madrid, Villaviciosa de Odón, Madrid, Spain.
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- School of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Podiatry, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Psychology, Universidad Europea de Madrid, Villaviciosa de Odón, Madrid, Spain
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- Research, Health and Podiatry Group. Department of Health Sciences; Faculty of Nursing and Podiatry, Universidade da Coruña, Ferrol, Spain.
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- School of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Podiatry, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain
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- School of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Podiatry, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain
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DeHeer PA, Desai A, Altepeter JH. Lower Extremity Biomechanical Examination of Athletes. Clin Podiatr Med Surg 2020; 37:171-194. [PMID: 31735266 DOI: 10.1016/j.cpm.2019.08.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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A comprehensive lower extremity examination is a critical examination component for any type of injury in an athlete but should also be part of a preseason or preventive care program. Identification and treatment of biomechanical abnormalities and association with evidence-based risk factors for lower extremity disorders can be incorporated to potentially reduce risk or prevent acute and chronic injuries.
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- Patrick A DeHeer
- Surgery, St. Vincent Hospital, 2001 W 86th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260, USA; Surgery, Johnson Memorial Hospital, Franklin, 1125 W Jefferson St, Franklin, IN 46131, USA; Department of Podiatric Medicine and Radiology, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, 3333 Green Bay Rd, North Chicago, IL 60064, USA.
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- Surgery, St. Vincent Hospital, 2001 W 86th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260, USA
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- Surgery, St. Vincent Hospital, 2001 W 86th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260, USA
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Muscle Function and Muscle Size Differences in People With and Without Plantar Heel Pain: A Systematic Review. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2019; 49:925-933. [PMID: 31597545 DOI: 10.2519/jospt.2019.8588] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Plantar heel pain is a common condition, but little is known about the relationship between muscle strength and plantar heel pain. OBJECTIVES To review the evidence relating to muscle strength in those with and without plantar heel pain. METHODS We systematically reviewed the literature by searching key databases. Included studies assessed muscle strength (or endurance or size as proxies) in those with and without plantar heel pain. A modified Downs-Black quality index was used to assess study quality and the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) tool was used to evaluate the strength of the evidence. Meta-analysis was performed where possible. RESULTS Seven studies met the eligibility criteria. Hallux plantar flexion, lesser toe plantar flexion, ankle dorsiflexion, ankle inversion, and ankle eversion strength values were reduced in those with heel pain compared to those without; however, there was inconsistency in the findings between studies. No difference was found in calf muscle endurance between those with and without plantar heel pain (standardized mean difference, 0.01; 95% confidence interval: -0.56, 0.59). Generally, foot muscle volume was smaller in people with plantar heel pain compared to those without. The quality of individual studies was generally high (score range, 11-16/17 on the modified Downs-Black quality index); however, the GRADE ratings suggest the strength of this evidence to be very low. CONCLUSION People with plantar heel pain have reduced strength and volume of the foot muscles, but there is no discernible difference in calf muscle endurance. These findings should be interpreted with respect to the very low GRADE ratings and are likely to change with further research. Accordingly, the role of muscle strength in plantar heel pain is worthy of further investigation. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2019;49(12):925-933. Epub 9 Oct 2019. doi:10.2519/jospt.2019.8588.
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Alam F, Raza S, Moiz JA, Bhati P, Anwer S, Alghadir A. Effects of selective strengthening of tibialis posterior and stretching of iliopsoas on navicular drop, dynamic balance, and lower limb muscle activity in pronated feet: A randomized clinical trial. PHYSICIAN SPORTSMED 2019; 47:301-311. [PMID: 30517043 DOI: 10.1080/00913847.2018.1553466] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Objectives: Flexibility and strength are compromised in pronated feet, which could in turn lead to alteration of the dynamic balance and muscle activity in the lower extremities. This study aimed to analyze the effects of selective tibialis posterior strengthening and iliopsoas stretching on navicular drop, dynamic balance, and lower limb muscle activity in young adults with pronated feet. Methods: Twenty-eight participants with pronated feet were randomly assigned to either the stretching and strengthening group (n = 14) or the conventional exercise group (n = 14). The stretching and strengthening group performed tibialis posterior strengthening exercises and iliopsoas stretching three times a week for 6 weeks in addition to the conventional towel curl exercises. The conventional exercise group performed towel curl exercises only. Navicular drop, dynamic balance, and lower limb muscle activity were assessed at baseline and post-intervention. A mixed model analysis of variance was performed to test the study hypothesis. Results: Significant group effects for the activity of tibialis anterior (p = 0.003) and abductor hallucis muscle (p = 0.010), as well as for the posterolateral (p = 0.036) and composite reach scores (p = 0.018), were detected. Significant group × time interactions were observed for naviculardrop (p < 0.001), all dynamic balance components (p < 0.001), and the activity of tibialis anterior (p < 0.001) and abductor hallucis (p < 0.001). Conclusions: This study demonstrated that inclusion of selective tibialis posterior strengthening and iliopsoas stretching in addition to the conventional towel curl exercise program could improve important clinical outcomes, such as navicular drop, muscle activity, and dynamic balance in flatfeet.
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- Farhan Alam
- Centre for Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, Jamia Millia Islamia , New Delhi , India
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- Centre for Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, Jamia Millia Islamia , New Delhi , India
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- Centre for Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, Jamia Millia Islamia , New Delhi , India
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- Centre for Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, Jamia Millia Islamia , New Delhi , India
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- Rehabilitation Research Chair, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University , Riyadh , Saudi Arabia
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- Rehabilitation Research Chair, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University , Riyadh , Saudi Arabia
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Sancho I, Malliaras P, Barton C, Willy RW, Morrissey D. Biomechanical alterations in individuals with Achilles tendinopathy during running and hopping: A systematic review with meta-analysis. Gait Posture 2019; 73:189-201. [PMID: 31351358 DOI: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2019.07.121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2018] [Revised: 06/19/2019] [Accepted: 07/01/2019] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Biomechanical alterations during running and hopping in people with Achilles tendinopathy (AT) may provide treatment and prevention targets. This review identifies and synthesises research evaluating biomechanical alterations among people with AT during running, jumping and hopping. METHOD MEDLINE, EMBASE, CiNAHL and SPORTDiscus were searched in July 2018 for case control, cross-sectional and prospective studies investigating kinematics, kinetics, plantar pressures and neuromuscular activity in AT participants during running or hopping. Study quality was assessed with a modified version of the Downs and Black quality checklist, and evidence grading applied. RESULTS 16 studies reported 249 outcomes, of which 17% differed between groups. Reduced peroneus longus (standardized mean difference [95%CI]; -0.53 [-0.98, -0.09]) and medial gastrocnemius (-0.60 [-1.05, -0.15]) amplitude in AT runners versus control was found (limited evidence). Increased hip adduction impulse 1.62 [0.69, 2.54], hip peak external rotation moment (1.55 [0.63, 2.46] and hip external rotation impulse (1.45 [0.55, 2.35]) was found in AT runners versus control (limited evidence). Reduced anterior (-0.94 [-1.64, -0.24] and greater lateral (-0.92 [-1.61, -0.22]) displacement of plantar pressure preceded AT in runners (limited evidence). Delayed onsets of gluteus medius (1.95 [1.07, 2.83] and gluteus maximus (1.26 [0.48, 2.05] and shorter duration of gluteus maximus activation (-1.41 [-2.22, -0.61] was found during shod running in the AT group versus control (limited evidence). Earlier offset time of gluteus maximus (-1.03 [-1.79, -0.27] and shorter duration of activation of gluteus medius (-0.18 [-0.24, -0.12] during running in AT runners versus control was found (limited evidence). Reduced leg stiffness was found in the affected side during submaximal hopping (-0.39 [-0.79, -0.00]) (limited evidence). CONCLUSION This review identified potential biomechanical treatment targets in people with AT. The efficacy of treatments targeting these biomechanics should be assessed. SYSTEMATIC REVIEW REGISTRY PROSPERO registration number: CRD42016048636.
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- Igor Sancho
- Sports and Exercise Medicine. Queen Mary University of London, United Kingdom.
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, College of Science, Health and Engineering, Australia; Department of Surgery, St Vincent's Hospital, University of Melbourne, Australia.
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- School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Montana, Missoula, Montana, United States.
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- Sports and Exercise Medicine. Queen Mary University of London, United Kingdom; Physiotherapy Department, Barts Health NHS Trust, London, United Kingdom.
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Education and exercise supplemented by a pain-guided hopping intervention for male recreational runners with midportion Achilles tendinopathy: A single cohort feasibility study. Phys Ther Sport 2019; 40:107-116. [PMID: 31518777 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2019.08.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2019] [Revised: 08/13/2019] [Accepted: 08/13/2019] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To examine the feasibility of recommended education and exercise supplemented by a hopping intervention implemented based on self-reported pain over 12 weeks for recreational runners with Achilles tendinopathy. DESIGN Single cohort feasibility study. SETTING One private physiotherapy clinic in Melbourne, Australia. PARTICIPANTS Fifteen male recreational runners with midportion Achilles tendinopathy. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Recruitment and adherence measures, adverse events, intervention acceptability and treatment effect trends were measured at baseline, 4 and 12 weeks. RESULTS Recruitment (100%), retention (87%) and follow-up (93%) rates were high. Exercise adherence was 70% (SD = 12.7) but fidelity was 50% (SD = 13.9). Three participants suffered adverse events (undertaking activities contrary to advice). Participants reported the education package, perceived benefit, and feedback frequency as intervention enablers; while the onerous time commitment was regarded a barrier. At 12 weeks, five participants were satisfied and eight very satisfied, while VISA-A had improved 24 ± 20.65 points (μ2 = 0.740). CONCLUSIONS A randomised control trial including recommended education and exercise with a pain-guided hopping intervention as treatment for recreational runners with midportion Achilles tendinopathy may be warranted, once strategies to improve adherence and reduce adverse events are addressed.
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Wheeler PC. Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy Plus Rehabilitation for Insertionaland Noninsertional Achilles Tendinopathy Shows Good Results Across a Range of Domains of Function. J Foot Ankle Surg 2019; 58:617-622. [PMID: 30910486 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2018.11.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2016] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Achilles tendinopathy, both insertional and noninsertional, is a common cause of posterior ankle pain. Although the condition of most patients improves with simple conservative measures, a proportion will go on develop chronic symptoms. This study examines the outcomes of patients following extracorporeal shock wave therapy plus a home exercise program. This prospective case series study involves a total of 39 patients, with a mean follow-up duration of 163 (range 65 to 385) days. This has demonstrated significant benefits in pain, stiffness, and a range of measures of local and global function. Median (interquartile range [IQR]) values for average self-reported pain improved from 6.5 of 10 (IQR 5.0 to 7.8) at baseline to 3.5 of 10 (IQR 2.0 to 5.1) at 3 months and to 2.0 of 10 (IQR 0.6 to 4.8) at 6 months for patients with insertional Achilles tendinopathy. This compares to improvements from 7.0 of 10 (IQR 7.0 to 8.0) at baseline to 6.0 of 10 (IQR 5.6 to 6.8) at 3 months and to 6.0 of 10 (IQR 3.0 to 7.0) at 6 months for patients with noninsertional Achilles tendinopathy. Statistically significant improvements were seen in insertional tendinopathy across a range of outcome measures; however, these were less apparent for patients with noninsertional tendinopathy. Despite these figures, no significant differences were seen in the outcomes for patients with insertional and noninsertional tendinopathy. Despite the improvements seen in the aspects of pain and function, physical activity levels had not increased following the treatment.
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- Patrick C Wheeler
- Consultant, Sport & Exercise Medicine, Department of Sport and Exercise Medicine, University Hospitals of Leicester National Health Service Trust, Leicester, United Kingdom; Senior Clinical Academic Fellow, School for Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, United Kingdom; Consultant, Sport & Exercise Medicine, National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine-East Midlands, Loughborough, United Kingdom.
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Cardoso Filho CA, Claudino JG, Lima WP, Amadio AC, Serrão JC. SOCCER CLEATS WITH BLADE-SHAPED STUDS AND MECHANICAL OVERLOAD IN SOCCER: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW. REV BRAS MED ESPORTE 2019. [DOI: 10.1590/1517-869220192503189675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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ABSTRACT Soccer cleats with blade-shaped studs promote greater traction on the pitch and can be beneficial for soccer performance. On the other hand, movements with rapid changes of direction, associated with the high traction of soccer cleats, can increase overload and risk of injuries. Given the lack of consensus on the effects of these cleats on mechanical overload during specific soccer movements, the aim of this systematic review was to determine the effects of wearing cleats with bladed studs on mechanical overload in soccer. A search was conducted in the PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science electronic databases between October and November 2017. Non-original articles were excluded, as were those not related to soccer or cleats, and those not written in English. Eight articles were included that tested the effects of bladed studs on overload and that used biomechanical tests. The tasks evaluated were: running in a straight line or with changes of direction, and landing of jumps. The resulting joint torque, soil reaction force, electromyography, and plantar pressure were measured. There was no influence of bladed shaped studs on joint torque or on ground reaction force. There was an increase in plantar pressure on the lateral part of the foot in bladed studs compared to Society cleats and running shoes. When compared with round studs, the results were inconclusive for plantar pressure. Round studs, caused greater electromyographic activity in the quadriceps muscles than bladed studs. It was concluded that wearing bladed-stud cleats does not result in greater mechanical overload during running or landing of jumps. Evidence Level I, Systematic Review.
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Kinematic risk factors for lower limb tendinopathy in distance runners: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Gait Posture 2019; 69:13-24. [PMID: 30658311 DOI: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2019.01.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2018] [Revised: 12/05/2018] [Accepted: 01/09/2019] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Abnormal kinematics have been implicated as one of the major risk factors for lower limb tendinopathy (LLT). OBJECTIVE To systematically review evidence for kinematic risk factors for LLT in runners. METHODS Individual electronic searches in PubMed, EMBASE and Web of Science were conducted. Two reviewers screened studies to identify observational studies reporting kinematic risk factors in runners with LLT compared to healthy controls. The Down and Black appraisal scale was applied to assess quality. A meta-analysis was performed provided that at least two studies with similar methodology reported the same factor. RESULTS Twenty-eight studies were included: Achilles tendinopathy (AT) (9), iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) (17), plantar fasciopathy (PF) (2), patellar tendinopathy (PT) (1), posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD) (1). Eighteen studies were rated high-quality and ten medium-quality. The meta-analyses revealed strong evidence of higher peak knee internal rotation, moderate evidence of lower peak rearfoot eversion and knee flexion at heel strike and greater peak hip adduction in runners with ITBS. Very limited evidence revealed higher peak ankle eversion in runners with PF and PTTD or higher peak hip adduction in PT. SIGNIFICANCE Peak rearfoot eversion was the only factor reported in all included LLTs; it is a significant factor in ITBS, PT and PTTD but not in AT and PF. More prospective studies are needed to accurately evaluate the role of kinematic risk factors as a cause of LLT. Taken together, addressing rearfoot kinematic and kinematic chain movements accompanied by peak eversion should be considered in the prevention and management of LLT.
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Tsujimoto N, Nunome H, Mizuno T, Inoue K, Matsui K, Matsugi R, Ikegami Y. Mechanical factors affecting the foot eversion moment during the stance phase of running in non-rearfoot strikers. Sports Biomech 2019; 20:290-303. [PMID: 30693850 DOI: 10.1080/14763141.2018.1548639] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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This study aimed to identify the primary factors that induce rearfoot external eversion moments due to ground reaction force (GRF) in non-rearfoot strikers. The data were compared with those of rearfoot strikers. Totally, 11 healthy males who were habitually non-rearfoot strikers ran barefoot. Rearfoot external eversion/inversion moments due to GRF (Mtot) were decomposed into two components based on mediolateral (Mxy) and vertical (Mz) GRFs. The height of the ankle joint centre and the mediolateral distance from the centre of pressure (COP) to the ankle joint centre (a_cop) were calculated as the lever arms to the Mxy and Mz components. Just after foot contact, non-rearfoot strikers demonstrated a significantly larger Mz, which was strongly dependent on a_cop and produced most of the Mtot, whereas Mxy dominated Mtot in rearfoot strikers. During the consecutive loading phase, non-rearfoot strikers demonstrated a significantly larger Mxy, which was strongly dependent on the mediolateral GRF and substantially contributed to Mtot, unlike the rearfoot strikers, whose Mtot was almost dominated by Mz during the loading phase. It was found that since the factor of generating the moment differs depending on the foot contact pattern, the strategies for suppressing the moment may be different for each foot contact pattern.
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- Norio Tsujimoto
- Faculty of Sports and Health Sciences, Fukui University of Technology , Fukui, Japan
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- Faculty of Sports and Health Science, Fukuoka University , Fukuoka, Japan
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- Research Center of Health, Physical Fitness & Sports, Nagoya University , Nagoya, Japan
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- Faculty of Education, Art and Science, Yamagata University , Yamagata, Japan
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- National Institute of Technology, Fukui College , Sabae, Japan
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- Hokuriku Institute of Wellness and Sports Sciences , Komatsu, Japan
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- Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Aichi Shukutoku University , Nagakute, Japan
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Martínez-Jiménez EM, Losa-Iglesias ME, Díaz-Velázquez JI, Becerro-De-Bengoa-Vallejo R, Palomo-López P, Calvo-Lobo C, López-López D, Rodríguez-Sanz D. Acute Effects of Intermittent Versus Continuous Bilateral Ankle Plantar Flexor Static Stretching on Postural Sway and Plantar Pressures: A Randomized Clinical Trial. J Clin Med 2019; 8:jcm8010052. [PMID: 30621009 PMCID: PMC6352023 DOI: 10.3390/jcm8010052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2018] [Revised: 12/21/2018] [Accepted: 01/02/2019] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Postural balance and fall efficacy (self-perceived confidence in performing daily physical activities) have been found to be risk factors associated with falls in older adults. Stretching is one intervention that has been investigated to improve balance and therefore reduce fall risk. Various forms of stretching have been evaluated with different outcomes, but there is a lack of knowledge about the effect of stretching (continuous and intermittent) on plantar pressures and balance. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to analyze the effects of stretching (continuous and intermittent) of the bilateral ankle plantar flexors on plantar pressures and static balance. METHODS A randomized clinical trial was carried out. Forty-eight healthy subjects (42 females and 6 males) were recruited in an outpatient clinic. Subjects were randomly assigned to an intermittent stretching group (five sets of 1 min; 15 s of rest) or a continuous stretching group (2 min of continuous stretching) of the plantar flexors. Plantar pressures and balance using stabilometry were measured before and after stretching. RESULTS There were significant differences between intermittent and continuous stretching in rearfoot maximum pressure, forefoot surface area, and center of pressure surface area with eyes open. CONCLUSIONS Bilateral intermittent stretching of the ankle plantar flexors was found to be more effective than continuous stretching for the reduction of rearfoot maximum pressure and improved balance.
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- Eva María Martínez-Jiménez
- Facultad de Enfermería, Fisioterapia y Podología, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid 28040, Spain.
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- Department of Nursing, University Center of Plasencia, University of Extremadura, Plasencia 10600, Spain.
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- Nursing and Physical Therapy Department, Institute of Biomedicine (IBIOMED), Faculty of Health Sciences, Universidad de León, Ponferrada 24401, León, Spain.
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- Research, Health and Podiatry Unit, Department of Health Sciences. Faculty of Nursing and Podiatry, Universidade da Coruña, Ferrol 15403, Spain.
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- Facultad de Enfermería, Fisioterapia y Podología, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid 28040, Spain.
- Faculty of Sport Sciences, Universidad Europea de Madrid, Madrid 28670, Spain.
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Krill MK, Hoffman J, Yang J, Hodax JD, Owens BD, Hewett TE. Previous foot injuries associated with a greater likelihood of Achilles tendon ruptures in professional American football players. PHYSICIAN SPORTSMED 2018; 46:342-348. [PMID: 29860909 DOI: 10.1080/00913847.2018.1482188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The purpose of this study was to build on current understanding of Achilles tendon (AT) ruptures in football through the examination of lower extremity injury rates (IR) in the season prior to AT rupture. METHODS An online review was conducted to document AT ruptures in the National Football League (NFL) from the 2010-11 through 2016-17 seasons. Player-specific information was gathered through the online search, injury reports, or video analysis. Injury incidence was recorded for each season. Descriptive statistics were calculated for all variables. IRs per 1000 athlete-exposures with 95% confidence intervals (CI) were established. Injury rate ratios (IRR) with 95% CI were calculated to evaluate differences in IR with statistical significance established at p < 0.05. RESULTS From the 2010-11 to 2016-17 NFL seasons, 109 AT ruptures were identified. 36 athletes participated in the NFL the season prior and sustained a total of 40 injuries. Thirty-two (32/40, 80%) of the injuries involved the lower extremity. The most frequent body parts injured in the NFL season prior to AT rupture were the knee (n = 8, 22.5%), upper leg and thigh (n = 7, 17.5%), lower leg and shin (n = 5, 12.5%), and ankle (n = 5, 12.5%). The overall IR for the AT rupture group was not significantly different than the NFL group (IRR: 0.94, 0.68-1.31 95% CI, p = 0.73). The AT rupture group demonstrated a significantly increased rate of foot injuries compared to the NFL cohort (IRR: 2.58, 1.16-5.77 95% CI, p = 0.02). CONCLUSION There was an increased identified incidence of AT ruptures in the NFL from 2010 to 2017 compared to AT ruptures reported from 1997 to 2002. There was no significant difference in lower extremity IR the season prior to AT rupture. Only foot injuries demonstrated an increased IR the season prior to AT rupture compared to an NFL cohort. Eleven athletes sustained 2 AT ruptures and all 11 players sustained the subsequent AT rupture to the contralateral limb.
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- Michael K Krill
- a James Crane Sports Medicine Institute, Motion Analysis and Performance Laboratory , The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center , Columbus , OH , USA.,b Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine , Florida Atlantic University , Boca Raton , FL , USA.,c Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Department of Neurology, Division of Neurorehabilitation , Washington University in St. Louis , St. Louis , MO , USA
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- a James Crane Sports Medicine Institute, Motion Analysis and Performance Laboratory , The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center , Columbus , OH , USA
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- d Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University , Providence , RI
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- e Department of Orthopaedic Surgery , Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University , Providence , RI , USA
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- e Department of Orthopaedic Surgery , Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University , Providence , RI , USA
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- f Sports Medicine Center , Mayo Clinic , Rochester , MN , USA.,g Department of Orthopedic Surgery , Mayo Clinic , Rochester , MN , USA.,h Department of Physiology and Biomedical Engineering , Mayo Clinic , Rochester , MN , USA.,i Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation , Mayo Clinic , Rochester , MN , USA
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Ogbonmwan I, Kumar BD, Paton B. New lower-limb gait biomechanical characteristics in individuals with Achilles tendinopathy: A systematic review update. Gait Posture 2018; 62:146-156. [PMID: 29550694 DOI: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2018.03.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2017] [Revised: 02/03/2018] [Accepted: 03/05/2018] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Variations in lower-limb biomechanics have recurrently been associated as aetiological factors for Achilles tendinopathy. OBJECTIVE To update a previous systematic review examining lower-limb gait biomechanics in Achilles tendinopathy. DESIGN Systematic Review. DATA SOURCES MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL PLUS, SPORTDiscus and PUBMED databases searched from inception to May 2016. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR SELECTING STUDIES Studies investigating adults with Achilles tendinopathy and lower-limb gait biomechanics including kinematics, kinetics, dynamic plantar-pressures, temporospatial parameters and muscle activity. RESULTS Fourteen studies were identified, involving 836 participants. Three were prospective studies and 11 were case-control designs. Selection and performance bias were high for all studies except the prospective studies, reporting bias was unclear for all studies. Significant effect size reductions in gait speed (d = -0.80), stride length (d = -0.84) and step length (d = -0.80) were calculated in runners with Achilles tendinopathy. Increased effect sizes for ankle eversion (d = 1.08), time to maximum pronation (d = -1.72), calcaneal inversion (d = -1.82) and ankle and hip joint moments were also established. Significant differences in plantar pressures and timing of ground reaction forces were calculated. Individuals with Achilles tendinopathy demonstrated differences in amplitude and timing of several lower-limb muscles, notably reductions in the onset of activity (d = 2.02) and duration of activation (d = 2.11) in the Gluteus Medius of subjects with Achilles tendinopathy. CONCLUSION Eighteen new biomechanical characteristics in individuals with Achilles tendinopathy have been established. This review highlights a topic rich in quantity, but generally weak in quality, consequently results should be interpreted cautiously. High powered prospective studies are required to determine causality.
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- Institute of Sport Exercise & Health (ISEH), University College London, London, UK
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- Institute of Sport Exercise & Health (ISEH), University College London, London, UK
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Romero-Morales C, Martín-Llantino PJ, Calvo-Lobo C, Beltran-Alacreu H, López-López D, Sánchez-Gómez R, Rodríguez-Sanz D. Effectiveness of Eccentric Exercise and a Vibration or Cryotherapy Program in Enhancing Rectus Abdominis Muscle Thickness and Inter-Rectus Distance in Patients with Chronic Mid-Portion Achilles Tendinopathy: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Int J Med Sci 2018; 15:1764-1770. [PMID: 30588201 PMCID: PMC6299416 DOI: 10.7150/ijms.28656] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2018] [Accepted: 10/18/2018] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Purpose: Abdominal muscles are key in maintaining body stability and balance and an improvement in the functioning of these muscles could influence the rehabilitation process in lower limb pathologies such as Achilles Tendinopathy (AT). The aim was to explore whether calf eccentric exercise (EE) with vibration training was more effective at causing adaptation to the rectus anterior (RA) thickness and inter-rectus distance (IRD) than calf EE with cryotherapy. Methods: The investigation was a single-blinded, randomized, controlled clinical trial (NCT03515148). Sixty-one individuals diagnosed with mid-portion AT were recruited and divided in two groups: group A (n = 30) followed an EE with vibration program and group B (n = 31) an EE program with cryotherapy, for 12-weeks. RA muscle thickness and IRD were measured in maximal isometric contraction and at rest as an indication of superficial abdominal muscle activation. Results: IRD measures showed a significant (P < 0.05) decrease at baseline, 4 and at 12-weeks in both groups, but no significant differences were observed between the intervention groups. RA thickness was significantly increased (P < 0.05) in measures at baseline, 4 and 12-weeks showed a significant increase in maximal isometric contraction and at rest in favor of the EE vibration program group. Conclusions: The present study showed a RA thickness increase in both groups in favor of the EE vibration program with respect to cryotherapy added to EE in short and mid term in maximal isometric contraction and at rest in subjects with chronic mid-portion AT. IRD was decreased in both groups without between-groups differences.
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- Nursing and Physical Therapy Department, Faculty of Health Sciences, Institute of Biomedicine (IBIOMED), Universidad de León, Ponferrada, Spain
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- Departamento de Fisioterapia. Centro Superior de Estudios Universitarios La Salle. Universidad Autónoma de Madrid. Spain.,Motion in Brains Research Group. Instituto de Neurociencias y Ciencias del Movimiento. Centro Superior de Estudios Universitarios La Salle. Universidad Autónoma de Madrid
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- Department of Health Sciences; Research, Health and Podiatry Unit. Faculty of Nursing and Podiatry, Universidade da Coruña, Ferrol, Spain
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CREABY MARKW, HONEYWILL CONOR, FRANETTOVICH SMITH MELINDAM, SCHACHE ANTHONYG, CROSSLEY KAYM. Hip Biomechanics Are Altered in Male Runners with Achilles Tendinopathy. Med Sci Sports Exerc 2017; 49:549-554. [DOI: 10.1249/mss.0000000000001126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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O'Neill S, Watson PJ, Barry S. A DELPHI STUDY OF RISK FACTORS FOR ACHILLES TENDINOPATHY- OPINIONS OF WORLD TENDON EXPERTS. Int J Sports Phys Ther 2016; 11:684-697. [PMID: 27757281 PMCID: PMC5046962] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Achilles tendinopathy can be a debilitating chronic condition for both active and inactive individuals. The identification of risk facors is important both in preventing but also treating tendinopathy, many factors have been proposed but there is a lack of primary epidemiological data. The purpose of this study was to develop a statement of expert consensus on risk factors for Achilles tendinopathy in active and sedentary patient populations to inform a primary epidemiological study. STUDY DESIGN Delphi study. METHODS AND MEASURES An online Delphi study was completed inviting participation from world tendon experts. The consensus was developed using three rounds of the Delphi technique. The first round developed a complete list of potential risk factors, the second round refined this list but also separated the factors into two population groups - active/athletic and inactive/sedentary. The third round ranked this list in order of perceived importance. RESULTS Forty-four experts were invited to participate, 16 participated in the first round (response rate 40%) and two dropped out in the second round (resulting in a response rate of 35%). A total of 27 intrinsic and eight extrinsic risk factors were identified during round one. During round two only 12 intrinsic and five extrinsic risk factors were identified as important in active/athletic tendinopathy while 14 intrinsic and three extrinsic factors were identified as important for inactive/sedentary tendinopathy. CONCLUSIONS Risk factors for Achilles tendinopathy were identified based on expert consensus, and these factors provide a basis for primary epidemiological studies. Plantarflexor strength was identified as the primary modifiable factor in the active/athletic group while systemic factors were identified as important in the inactive/sedentary group, many of the potential factors suggested for either group were non-modifiable. Non-modifiable factors include: previous tendinopathy, previous injury, advancing age, sex, steroid exposure, and antibiotic treatment. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level V.
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Study Design Reliability study. Background Video analysis of running gait is frequently performed in orthopaedic and sports medicine practices to assess biomechanical factors that may contribute to injury. However, the reliability of a whole-body assessment has not been determined. Objective To determine the intrarater and interrater reliability of the qualitative assessment of specific running kinematics from a 2-dimensional video. Methods Running-gait analysis was performed on videos recorded from 15 individuals (8 male, 7 female) running at a self-selected pace (3.17 ± 0.40 m/s, 8:28 ± 1:04 min/mi) using a high-speed camera (120 frames per second). These videos were independently rated on 2 occasions by 3 experienced physical therapists using a standardized qualitative assessment. Fifteen sagittal and frontal plane kinematic variables were rated on a 3- or 5-point categorical scale at specific events of the gait cycle, including initial contact (n = 3) and midstance (n = 9), or across the full gait cycle (n = 3). The video frame number corresponding to each gait event was also recorded. Intrarater and interrater reliability values were calculated for gait-event detection (intraclass correlation coefficient [ICC] and standard error of measurement [SEM]) and the individual kinematic variables (weighted kappa [κw]). Results Gait-event detection was highly reproducible within raters (ICC = 0.94-1.00; SEM, 0.3-1.0 frames) and between raters (ICC = 0.77-1.00; SEM, 0.4-1.9 frames). Eleven of the 15 kinematic variables demonstrated substantial (κw = 0.60-0.799) or excellent (κw>0.80) intrarater agreement, with the exception of foot-to-center-of-mass position (κw = 0.59), forefoot position (κw = 0.58), ankle dorsiflexion at midstance (κw = 0.49), and center-of-mass vertical excursion (κw = 0.36). Interrater agreement for the kinematic measures varied more widely (κw = 0.00-0.85), with 5 variables showing substantial or excellent reliability. Conclusion The qualitative assessment of specific kinematic measures during running can be reliably performed with the use of a high-speed video camera. Detection of specific gait events was highly reproducible, as were common kinematic variables such as rearfoot position, foot-strike pattern, tibial inclination angle, knee flexion angle, and forward trunk lean. Other variables should be used with caution. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2016;46(7):556-561. Epub 6 Jun 2016. doi:10.2519/jospt.2016.6280.
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BISHOP CHRISTOPHER, ARNOLD JOHNB, MAY THOMAS. Effects of Taping and Orthoses on Foot Biomechanics in Adults with Flat-Arched Feet. Med Sci Sports Exerc 2016; 48:689-96. [DOI: 10.1249/mss.0000000000000807] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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