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Dennis JD, Holmes SC, Heredia C, Shumski EJ, Pamukoff DN. Lower extremity joint angle, moment, and coordination throughout a double limb drop vertical jump in individuals with anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Sports Biomech 2024:1-16. [PMID: 38767326 DOI: 10.1080/14763141.2024.2356845] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2023] [Accepted: 05/02/2024] [Indexed: 05/22/2024]
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Individuals with anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) utilise different landing biomechanics between limbs, but previous analyses have not considered the continuous or simultaneous joint motion that occurs during landing and propulsion. The purpose of this study was to compare sagittal plane ankle/knee and knee/hip coordination patterns as well as ankle, knee, and hip angles and moments and vertical ground reaction force (vGRF) between the ACLR and uninjured limbs during landing and propulsion. Fifteen females and thirteen males performed a drop vertical jump from a 30 cm box placed half their height from force platforms. Coordination was compared using a modified vector coding technique and binning analysis. Kinematics and kinetics were time normalised for waveform analyses. Coordination was not different between limbs. The ACLR limb had smaller dorsiflexion angles from 11 to 16% of landing and 24 to 75% of landing and propulsion, knee flexion moments from 5 to 15% of landing, 20 to 31% of landing, and 35 to 91% of landing and propulsion, and vGRF from 92 to 94% of propulsion compared with the uninjured limb. The ACLR limb exhibited smaller dorsiflexion angles to potentially reduce the knee joint moment arm and mitigate the eccentric and concentric demands on the ACLR knee during landing and propulsion, respectively.
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- Justin D Dennis
- Department of Exercise and Sports Science, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
- Department of Kinesiology, California State University, Fullerton, CA, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA, USA
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- Department of Sports Medicine, New England Revolution, Foxborough, MA, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA, USA
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Valencia OD, Danes-Daetz C, Haro S, Didyk MP, Rossato M, Benavides P, Guzman-Venegas R. Electromyographic and kinematic parameters of the shoulder in wheelchair rugby players: case reports. Res Sports Med 2024; 32:537-544. [PMID: 36578156 DOI: 10.1080/15438627.2022.2161903] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2022] [Accepted: 12/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Wheelchair rugby was created as part of the rehabilitation for patients with spinal cord injury. The biomechanical analysis of wheelchair propulsion (WP) in these athletes seems to be a key element to understand the reasons behind musculoskeletal injuries. This case reports study aimed to describe the electromyographic activity and kinematic parameters of the shoulder during the propulsion phases on the wheelchair in two Paralympic rugby players (A1 and A2) with spinal cord injury. Myoelectric activity (three portions of the deltoid, biceps and triceps brachii) and kinematics of the shoulder were assessed during the push (PP) and recovery (RP) phases. These variables were calculated considering ten propulsion cycles by each athlete. The results showed a different muscle activation between players, A1 described a high average amplitude of the anterior deltoid (PP = 58.44 ± 16.35%MVC; RP = 43.16 ± 13.48%MVC) in both propulsion phases, while A2 generated high average activity of triceps brachii (29.28 ± 10.63%MVC) and middle deltoid (46.53 ± 14.48%MVC), during PP and RP, respectively. At the same time, the player with a C7-T1 spinal cord injury (A2) showed a higher range of motion in the three plans, considering both propulsion phases.
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- Oscar D Valencia
- Laboratorio Integrativo de Biomecánica y Fisiología del Esfuerzo, Escuela de Kinesiología, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de los Andes, Chile
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- Laboratorio Integrativo de Biomecánica y Fisiología del Esfuerzo, Escuela de Kinesiología, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de los Andes, Chile
- Institute of Sport, Exercise and Health, UCL, London, UK
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- Laboratorio Integrativo de Biomecánica y Fisiología del Esfuerzo, Escuela de Kinesiología, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de los Andes, Chile
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- Laboratorio Integrativo de Biomecánica y Fisiología del Esfuerzo, Escuela de Kinesiología, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de los Andes, Chile
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- Human Performance Laboratory, Physical Education and Physiotherapy Faculty, Federal University of Amazonas, Manaus, Brazil
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- Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences Laboratory, School of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidad Andrés Bello, Chile
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- Laboratorio Integrativo de Biomecánica y Fisiología del Esfuerzo, Escuela de Kinesiología, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de los Andes, Chile
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The aim was to compare the transfer of dry-land strength and power (S&P) of the shoulder into thrust in front-crawl between swimmers of different competitive levels. Four elite and six sub-elite swimmers were selected to perform a dry-land or an in-water test in random order. The dry-land S&P measurements comprised mean torque, peak torque and mean power of the shoulder rotators of the dominant and non-dominant upper-limbs that were assessed on an isokinetic dynamometer at 90°/s and 180°/s. In-water mean thrust, peak thrust and peak power were collected using an in-house customised system composed of differential pressure sensors and an underwater camera during a 25 m freestyle swim at three different paces (400 m pace, 200 m pace, all-out). There were non-significant and trivial variations in dry-land S&P between elite and sub-elite swimmers. The variations were non-significant but mostly large in the case of thrust. Correlation coefficients of elite swimmers were significantly larger than sub-elite counterparts. In conclusion, elite swimmers seem to be more efficient than sub-elite swimmers at transferring dry-land S&P into thrust.
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- Julian Q J Tan
- Physical Education and Sport Science Academic Group, National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, Singapore
- Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore, Singapore
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- Sport Science and Sport Medicine, Singapore Sport Institute, Singapore, Singapore
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- Sport Science and Sport Medicine, Singapore Sport Institute, Singapore, Singapore
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- Physical Education and Sport Science Academic Group, National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, Singapore
- Sport Science and Sport Medicine, Singapore Sport Institute, Singapore, Singapore
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- Physical Education and Sport Science Academic Group, National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, Singapore
- Department of Sport Sciences, Polytechnic Institute of Bragança, Bragança, Portugal
- Research Centre in Sports, Health and Human Development, Vila Real, Portugal
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Hagen AC, Patrick CM, Bast IE, Fling BW. Propulsive Force Modulation Drives Split-Belt Treadmill Adaptation in People with Multiple Sclerosis. Sensors (Basel) 2024; 24:1067. [PMID: 38400224 PMCID: PMC10891828 DOI: 10.3390/s24041067] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2024] [Revised: 01/26/2024] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024]
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Most people with multiple sclerosis (PwMS) experience significant gait asymmetries between their legs during walking, leading to an increased risk of falls. Split-belt treadmill training, where the speed of each limb is controlled independently, alters each leg's stepping pattern and can improve gait symmetry in PwMS. However, the biomechanical mechanisms of this adaptation in PwMS remain poorly understood. In this study, 32 PwMS underwent a 10 min split-belt treadmill adaptation paradigm with the more affected (MA) leg moving twice as fast as the less affected (LA) leg. The most noteworthy biomechanical adaptation observed was increased peak propulsion asymmetry between the limbs. A kinematic analysis revealed that peak dorsiflexion asymmetry and the onset of plantarflexion in the MA limb were the primary contributors to the observed increases in peak propulsion. In contrast, the joints in the LA limb underwent only immediate reactive adjustments without subsequent adaptation. These findings demonstrate that modulation during gait adaptation in PwMS occurs primarily via propulsive forces and joint motions that contribute to propulsive forces. Understanding these distinct biomechanical changes during adaptation enhances our grasp of the rehabilitative impact of split-belt treadmill training, providing insights for refining therapeutic interventions aimed at improving gait symmetry.
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- Andrew C. Hagen
- Department of Health and Exercise Science, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523-1582, USA; (C.M.P.); (I.E.B.)
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- Department of Health and Exercise Science, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523-1582, USA; (C.M.P.); (I.E.B.)
- Molecular, Cellular and Integrative Neuroscience Program, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523-1617, USA
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- Department of Health and Exercise Science, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523-1582, USA; (C.M.P.); (I.E.B.)
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- Department of Health and Exercise Science, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523-1582, USA; (C.M.P.); (I.E.B.)
- Molecular, Cellular and Integrative Neuroscience Program, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523-1617, USA
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Butler Forslund E, Löfvenmark I. Effects of the SmartDrive on mobility, activity, and shoulder pain among manual wheelchair users with spinal cord injury - a prospective long-term cohort pilot study. Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol 2024; 19:397-406. [PMID: 35793399 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2022.2091670] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2021] [Accepted: 06/14/2022] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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PURPOSE to investigate long-term effects of SmartDrive on mobility, everyday activity, and shoulder pain among spinal cord injured manual wheelchairs users. MATERIAL AND METHODS A prospective pilot intervention study was conducted at Spinalis/Aleris Rehab Station, Sweden. Participants were consecutively invited when evaluated for SmartDrive prescription. Assessments were done at baseline, intervention (use of SmartDrive), and after six months. A smartwatch registered wheelchair utilization including push intensity and pushes/day. Wheelchair Outcome Measure, pain rating instruments including Wheelchair User's Shoulder Pain Index, a wheelchair test, and semi-structured interviews were used. Descriptive statistics and content analysis approach were used. RESULTS Twenty-five persons were screened, six of 14 included completed the study. Drop-out reasons were not related to SmartDrive for five of the eight persons. After intervention, there was a tendency of decreased pain (median (IQR) 5/10 (2.6-6.6) vs 2.5 (2-3.2). All participants reported increased satisfaction of performance when "taking a walk", from median (IQR) 45/100 (27-70) at baseline to 95 (80-100) at 6 months. Two persons who could not ascend a slope at baseline could manage using the SmartDrive. Interviews revealed that the in general positive response persisted at six months. Also, with the SmartDrive the participants could go out despite pain, providing a sense of freedom and independence. Three incidents were reported. CONCLUSION This long-term pilot study indicates that a SmartDrive might be a valuable assistive device to promote mobility despite of shoulder pain. All participants considered it easy to use and experienced increased independence, however skills training and follow-ups are necessary. IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONA Rear Drive Power Assist Device (RD-PAD) could increase satisfaction with self-selected activities.A RD-PAD could increase functional mobility by facilitating propelling longer distances and steeper slopes.A RD-PAD could improve perseverance of daily activities in spite of shoulder pain.A RD-PAD could be a valuable assistive aid for persons with paraplegia with different level of wheelchair skills but with good self-awareness regarding their abilities.Thorough assessment of initial wheelchair skills, training, and follow-up are important to enhance safety and maximize performance when using the RD-PAD.
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- Emelie Butler Forslund
- Spinalis Aleris Rehab Station, Solna, Sweden
- Department of Neurogeriatrics, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Spinalis Aleris Rehab Station, Solna, Sweden
- Department of Neurogeriatrics, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
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Costello JH, Colin SP, Gemmell BJ, Dabiri JO, Kanso EA. Turning kinematics of the scyphomedusa Aurelia aurita. Bioinspir Biomim 2024; 19:026005. [PMID: 38211351 DOI: 10.1088/1748-3190/ad1db8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2023] [Accepted: 01/11/2024] [Indexed: 01/13/2024]
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Scyphomedusae are widespread in the oceans and their swimming has provided valuable insights into the hydrodynamics of animal propulsion. Most of this research has focused on symmetrical, linear swimming. However, in nature, medusae typically swim circuitous, nonlinear paths involving frequent turns. Here we describe swimming turns by the scyphomedusaAurelia auritaduring which asymmetric bell margin motions produce rotation around a linearly translating body center. These jellyfish 'skid' through turns and the degree of asynchrony between opposite bell margins is an approximate predictor of turn magnitude during a pulsation cycle. The underlying neuromechanical organization of bell contraction contributes substantially to asynchronous bell motions and inserts a stochastic rotational component into the directionality of scyphomedusan swimming. These mechanics are important for natural populations because asynchronous bell contraction patterns are commonin situand result in frequent turns by naturally swimming medusae.
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- J H Costello
- Biology Department, Providence College, Providence, RI 02918, United States of America
- Whitman Center, Marine Biological Laboratory, Woods Hole, MA 02543, United States of America
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- Marine Biology and Environmental Science, Roger Williams University, Bristol, RI 02809, United States of America
- Whitman Center, Marine Biological Laboratory, Woods Hole, MA 02543, United States of America
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- Department of Integrative Biology, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL 33620, United States of America
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- Graduate Aerospace Laboratories and Mechanical Engineering, California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA 91125, United States of America
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- Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90089, United States of America
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Raineteau Y, Nicolas G, Bideau B, Bideau N, Pla R. Associations between load-velocity profiling and race parameters of elite swimmers in the 100 and 200m freestyle events. Front Sports Act Living 2023; 5:1326106. [PMID: 38162699 PMCID: PMC10757606 DOI: 10.3389/fspor.2023.1326106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2023] [Accepted: 11/30/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024] Open
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Introduction Improving swimming performance involves assessments of biomechanical variables of the stroke, and it can be achieved using semi-tethered swimming tests. The aim of this study was thus to investigate the associations between load-velocity (L-V) profiles, from a semi-tethered swimming protocol and race variables in the 100 m and 200 m freestyle events. Methods Eight swimmers completed a L-V profiling protocol consisting of four sprints (25 m, 25 m, 20 m, 15 m) against increasing loads (0.1, 2.0, 4.0, 6.0 kg respectively) with complete recovery between repetitions (>5 min). The L-V linear regression was used to estimate maximal velocity (V0) and body mass normalized load (rL0). Race variables such as clean swimming speed (V), stroke rate (SR), distance per cycle (SL) and stroke index (SI) were assessed from video analysis of 100 m and 200 m freestyle events taking place 3-4 days after the L-V protocol. Results L-V results showed high levels of speed (mean ± SD: 1.87 ± 0.04 m/s) and heavy maximal relative loads (mean ± SD: 38.5 ± 6.51 as % of body mass). Swimmers also achieved high-level performances in the 100 m (mean ± SD time: 51.95 ± 0.75 s) and the 200 m (mean ± SD time: 113.85 ± 2.67 s). For the 100 m events, the maximal relative load showed strong correlation with performance (r = 0.63) whereas trivial correlation was observed for the 200 m events (r = 0.12). SR on the 100 m and the 200 m also showed very strong association with rL0 (r = 0.83) and a strong association with V0 (r = 0.68) respectively. Conclusion The relationships between L-V variables and race variables depend on the distance of the event. However, L-V variables seem to be less related to SR and SL evolutions for the 100 m than in the 200 m event. Moreover, L-V profiles tend to be more related to the 100 m than 200 m freestyle performance. L-V profile should be interpreted taking into consideration the specific physiological and biomechanical constraints of the main events of the swimmer.
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- Yannis Raineteau
- M2S Laboratory—Laboratoire Mouvement Sport Santé, Université Rennes 2, Rennes, France
- Optimization service, Fédération Française de Natation, Clichy, France
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- M2S Laboratory—Laboratoire Mouvement Sport Santé, Université Rennes 2, Rennes, France
- MIMETIC-Team, INRIA Rennes Bretagne Atlantique, Rennes, France
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- M2S Laboratory—Laboratoire Mouvement Sport Santé, Université Rennes 2, Rennes, France
- MIMETIC-Team, INRIA Rennes Bretagne Atlantique, Rennes, France
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- M2S Laboratory—Laboratoire Mouvement Sport Santé, Université Rennes 2, Rennes, France
- MIMETIC-Team, INRIA Rennes Bretagne Atlantique, Rennes, France
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- Optimization service, Fédération Française de Natation, Clichy, France
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Moradian N, Ko M, Hurt CP, Brown DA. Effects of backward-directed resistance on propulsive force generation during split-belt treadmill walking in non-impaired individuals. Front Hum Neurosci 2023; 17:1214967. [PMID: 38111676 PMCID: PMC10725924 DOI: 10.3389/fnhum.2023.1214967] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2023] [Accepted: 11/14/2023] [Indexed: 12/20/2023] Open
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Introduction Backward-directed resistance is the resistance applied in the opposite direction of the individual's walking motion. Progressive application of backward-directed resistance during walking at a target speed engages adaptive motor control to maintain that speed. During split-belt walking, a motor control strategy must be applied that allows the person to keep up with the two belts to maintain their position on the treadmill. This situation becomes more challenging when progressive resistance is applied since each limb needs to adapt to the greater resistance to maintain the position. We propose that strategies aimed at changing relative propulsion forces with each limb may explain the motor control strategy used. This study aimed to identify the changes in propulsive force dynamics that allow individuals to maintain their position while walking on an instrumented split-belt treadmill with progressively increasing backward-directed resistance. Methods We utilized an instrumented split-belt treadmill while users had to overcome a set of increasing backward-directed resistance through the center of mass. Eighteen non-impaired participants (mean age = 25.2 ± 2.51) walked against five levels of backward resistance (0, 5, 10, 15, and 20% of participant's body weight) in two different modalities: single-belt vs. split-belt treadmill. On the single-belt mode, the treadmill's pace was the participant's comfortable walking speed (CWS). In split-belt mode, the dominant limb's belt pace was half of the CWS, and the non-dominant limb's belt speed was at the CWS. Results We assessed differences between single-belt vs. split-belt conditions in the slope of the linear relationship between change in propulsive impulse relative to change of backward resistance amount. In split-belt conditions, the slower limb showed a significantly steeper increase in propulsion generation compared to the fast limb across resistance levels. Discussion As a possible explanation, the slow limb also exhibited a significantly increased slope of the change in trailing limb angle (TLA), which was strongly correlated to the propulsive impulse slope values. We conclude that the motor control strategy used to maintain position on a split-belt treadmill when challenged with backward-directed resistance is to increase the propulsive forces of the slow limb relative to the fast limb by progressively increasing the TLA. Clinical trial registration ClinicalTrials.gov, identifier NCT04877249.
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- Negar Moradian
- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health Professions, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Galveston, TX, United States
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health Professions, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Galveston, TX, United States
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health Professions, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, United States
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health Professions, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Galveston, TX, United States
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Swimming performances are multifactorial and primarily include anthropometric, hydrodynamic, bioenergetic and biomechanical factors whose contributions depend on age, gender, swimming distance and swimming stroke. An integrative and multivariate approach to swimming captures the complexity and various pathways of performance, but swimming technique is generally examined through such parameters as stroke index, propelling efficiency, stroke length and stroke rate. The first originality of our narrative review is to present the state of art of the methods to collect and measure inter-limb coordination in the four swimming techniques, with a particular focus on the effect of skill. The second part provides readers with an overview of the current findings on the main factors that influence inter-limb coordination (i.e., swimming speed, drag and the manipulation of stroke rate) following a physical approach.
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- Ludovic Seifert
- CETAPS EA3832, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Rouen Normandy, Mont Saint Aignan, France
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Flemmer CL, Flemmer RC. Reinventing the wheel for a manual wheelchair. Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol 2023:1-12. [PMID: 37916314 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2023.2272851] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2022] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 11/03/2023]
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PURPOSE Standard manual wheelchairs (MWCs) are inefficient and pushrim propulsion may cause progressive damage and pain to the user's arms. We describe a wheel for a MWC with a novel propulsion mechanism. METHODS The wheel has two modes of operation called "Standard" mode and "Run" mode. In Run mode, the wheelchair is propelled forward by pushing a compliant handle forward and then pulling it back, both strokes contributing to forward propulsion. We report the propulsive force and preliminary testing on a rough outdoor circuit by three able-bodied participants. RESULTS In Run mode, the peak applied force is reduced to 30% and the maximum force gradient is reduced to 10% of that for standard pushrim propulsion, for the same work output. The travel time for the 1.06 km outdoor circuit is about 60% of that for a brisk walk and about 40% of that for pushrim propulsion. At a propulsion speed of 1 m/s, the cardiovascular effort in Run mode is 56% of that for pushrim propulsion. Automatic hill-hold in Run mode improves safety when ascending slopes. The mechanism has three gears so that it can be used by people with widely varying strength and fitness. Folding the handle away converts the operation to Standard mode with the conventional pushrim propulsion, supplemented by three gears. CONCLUSIONS Despite the increased weight, width and friction, the bimodal geared wheels facilitate wheelchair travel on challenging paths. This may bring significant improvement to the quality of life of MWC users.
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- Claire L Flemmer
- School of Built Environment, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
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Zheng Y, Wang B, Cai Y, Zhou X, Dong R. Five in One: Multi-Engine Highly Integrated Microrobot. Small Methods 2023; 7:e2300390. [PMID: 37452173 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202300390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2023] [Revised: 05/27/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023]
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A multi-engine highly integrated microrobot, which is a Janus hemispherical shell structure composed of Pt and α-Fe2 O3 , is successfully developed. The microrobot can be efficiently driven and flexibly regulated by five stimuli, including an optical field, an acoustic field, magnetic field, an electric field, and chemical fuel. In addition, no matter which way it is driven by, the direction can be effectively controlled through the magnetic field regulation. Furthermore, this microrobot can also utilize magnetic or acoustic fields to achieve excellent aggregation control and swarm movement. Finally, this study demonstrates that the microrobots' propulsion can be effectively synergistically enhanced through the simultaneous action of two driving mechanisms, which can greatly improve the performance of the motor in applications, such as pollutant degradation. This multi-engine, highly integrated microrobot not only can adapt to more complex environments and has a wider application range, better application prospects, but also provides important ideas for designing future advanced micro/nanorobots.
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- Yuhong Zheng
- School of Chemistry, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
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- Department of chemistry and biochemistry, University of California San Diego, La Jolla, California, 92093, USA
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- School of Chemistry, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Key Laboratory of Clean Energy Materials, Chemistry of Guangdong Higher Education Institutes, Lingnan Normal University, Zhanjiang, Guangdong, 524048, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
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Evans RJ, Moffit TJ, Mitchell PK, Pamukoff DN. Injury and performance related biomechanical differences between recreational and collegiate runners. Front Sports Act Living 2023; 5:1268292. [PMID: 37780121 PMCID: PMC10536965 DOI: 10.3389/fspor.2023.1268292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2023] [Accepted: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/03/2023] Open
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Introduction Running related injuries (RRI) are common, but factors contributing to running performance and RRIs are not commonly compared between different types of runners. Methods We compared running biomechanics previously linked to RRIs and performance between 27 recreational and 35 collegiate runners. Participants completed 5 overground running trials with their dominant limb striking a force plate, while outfitted with standardised footwear and 3-dimensional motion capture markers. Results Post hoc comparisons revealed recreational runners had a larger vertical loading rate (194.5 vs. 111.5 BW/s, p < 0.001) and shank angle (6.80 vs. 2.09, p < 0.001) compared with the collegiate runners who demonstrated greater vertical impulse (0.349 vs. 0.233 BWs, p < 0.001), negative impulse (-0.022 vs. -0.013 BWs, p < 0.001), positive impulse (0.024 vs. 0.014 BWs, p < 0.001), and propulsive force (0.390 vs. 0.333 BW, p = 0.002). Adjusted for speed, collegiate runners demonstrated greater total support moment (TSM), plantar flexor moment, knee extensor moment, hip extensor moment, and had greater proportional plantar flexor moment contribution and less knee extensor moment contribution to the TSM compared with recreational runners. Unadjusted for speed, collegiate runners compared with recreational had greater TSM and plantar flexor moment but similar joint contributions to the TSM. Discussion Greater ankle joint contribution may be more efficient and allow for greater capacity to increase speed. Improving plantarflexor function during running provides a strategy to improve running speed among recreational runners. Moreover, differences in joint kinetics and ground reaction force characteristics suggests that recreational and collegiate runners may experience different types of RRI.
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- Ryan J. Evans
- School of Kinesiology, Western University, London ON, Canada
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- Department of Kinesiology, California State University, Bakersfield, CA, United States
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- Department of Kinesiology, California State University, Fullerton, CA, United States
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de Jesus K, de Jesus K, Mourão L, Roesler H, Fernandes RJ, Vaz MAP, Vilas-Boas JP, Machado LJ. Swimmers' Effective Actions during the Backstroke Start Technique. Sensors (Basel) 2023; 23:7723. [PMID: 37765782 PMCID: PMC10538122 DOI: 10.3390/s23187723] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2023] [Revised: 08/30/2023] [Accepted: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023]
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The analysis of the external forces of swimming starts has revealed how swimmers propel themselves out of the block, but data should be properly interpreted to fully understand force-generation mechanisms. This study aimed to assess horizontal and vertical forces in the backstroke start based on swimmers' structural and propulsive actions. Firstly, a simulated structural force was estimated by two transient backstroke-start inter-segmental realistic body positions: a maximally tucked position and an extended one (just before the hands-off and the take-off, respectively). Secondly, 10 competitive backstroke swimmers performed four 15 m maximal backstroke starts with the external forces estimated. Thirdly, the simulated structural force was subtracted from raw horizontal and vertical force data, measured between hands-off and take-off instants, resulting in the propulsive forces. The application of the algorithm has evidenced that backstrokers' horizontal and vertical simulated-structural-force components contributed to ~40% of total force during start propulsion (~0.2-0.12 s before the take-off), followed by the propulsive horizontal force increment and a progressive vertical component reduction (~0.05 s) with ~20° take-off angle. Based on these findings, researchers and coaches can better guide swimmers as to the proper mechanical strategies to achieve effectiveness in the backstroke start, and to improve direct transfer of resistance training programs.
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- Karla de Jesus
- Centre of Research, Education, Innovation and Intervention in Sport, Faculty of Sport, University of Porto, 4200-450 Porto, Portugal; (K.d.J.); (L.M.); (H.R.); (R.J.F.); (J.P.V.-B.); (L.J.M.)
- Human Studies Development Laboratory, Faculty of Physical Education and Physiotherapy, Federal University of Amazonas, Manaus 69077-000, AM, Brazil
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- Centre of Research, Education, Innovation and Intervention in Sport, Faculty of Sport, University of Porto, 4200-450 Porto, Portugal; (K.d.J.); (L.M.); (H.R.); (R.J.F.); (J.P.V.-B.); (L.J.M.)
- Human Studies Development Laboratory, Faculty of Physical Education and Physiotherapy, Federal University of Amazonas, Manaus 69077-000, AM, Brazil
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- Centre of Research, Education, Innovation and Intervention in Sport, Faculty of Sport, University of Porto, 4200-450 Porto, Portugal; (K.d.J.); (L.M.); (H.R.); (R.J.F.); (J.P.V.-B.); (L.J.M.)
- Polytechnic Institute of Porto School of Engineering, 4249-015 Porto, Portugal
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- Centre of Research, Education, Innovation and Intervention in Sport, Faculty of Sport, University of Porto, 4200-450 Porto, Portugal; (K.d.J.); (L.M.); (H.R.); (R.J.F.); (J.P.V.-B.); (L.J.M.)
- Aquatic Biomechanics Research Laboratory, Health and Sports Science Centre, University of the State of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis 88080-350, SC, Brazil
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- Centre of Research, Education, Innovation and Intervention in Sport, Faculty of Sport, University of Porto, 4200-450 Porto, Portugal; (K.d.J.); (L.M.); (H.R.); (R.J.F.); (J.P.V.-B.); (L.J.M.)
- Porto Biomechanics Laboratory, University of Porto, 4200-450 Porto, Portugal;
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- Porto Biomechanics Laboratory, University of Porto, 4200-450 Porto, Portugal;
- Institute of Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Management, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- Centre of Research, Education, Innovation and Intervention in Sport, Faculty of Sport, University of Porto, 4200-450 Porto, Portugal; (K.d.J.); (L.M.); (H.R.); (R.J.F.); (J.P.V.-B.); (L.J.M.)
- Porto Biomechanics Laboratory, University of Porto, 4200-450 Porto, Portugal;
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- Centre of Research, Education, Innovation and Intervention in Sport, Faculty of Sport, University of Porto, 4200-450 Porto, Portugal; (K.d.J.); (L.M.); (H.R.); (R.J.F.); (J.P.V.-B.); (L.J.M.)
- Porto Biomechanics Laboratory, University of Porto, 4200-450 Porto, Portugal;
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Guo J, Zhang W, Han P, Fish FE, Dong H. Thrust generation and propulsive efficiency in dolphin-like swimming propulsion. Bioinspir Biomim 2023; 18:056001. [PMID: 37414002 DOI: 10.1088/1748-3190/ace50b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2023] [Accepted: 07/06/2023] [Indexed: 07/08/2023]
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Given growing interest in emulating dolphin morphology and kinematics to design high-performance underwater vehicles, the current research effort is dedicated to studying the hydrodynamics of dolphin-like oscillatory kinematics in forward propulsion. A computational fluid dynamics method is used. A realistic three-dimentional surface model of a dolphin is made with swimming kinematics reconstructed from video recording. The oscillation of the dolphin is found to enhance the attachment of the boundary layer to the posterior body, which then leads to body drag reduction. The flapping motion of the flukes is found to generate high thrust forces in both the downstroke and the upstroke, during which vortex rings are shed to produce strong thrust jets. The downstroke jets are found to be on average stronger than the upstroke jet, which then leads to net positive lift production. The flexion of the peduncle and flukes is found to be a crucial feature of dolphin-like swimming kinematics. Dolphin-inspired swimming kinematics were created by varying the flexion angle of the peduncle and flukes, which then resulted in significant performance variation. The thrust benefits and propulsive efficiency benefits are associated with a slight decrease and slight increase of the flexion of the peduncle and flukes, respectively.
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- Jiacheng Guo
- Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA 22903, United States of America
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- Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA 22903, United States of America
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- Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA 22903, United States of America
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- Department of Biology, West Chester University, West Chester, PA 19383, United States of America
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- Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA 22903, United States of America
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O’DOWD DAWNN, HOGARTH LUKE, BURKETT BRENDAN, OSBOROUGH CONOR, DALY DANIEL, SANDERS ROSS, PAYTON CARL. Froude Efficiency and Velocity Fluctuation in Forearm-Amputee Front Crawl: Implications for Para Swimming Classification. Med Sci Sports Exerc 2023; 55:1296-1306. [PMID: 36893305 PMCID: PMC10241422 DOI: 10.1249/mss.0000000000003155] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/11/2023]
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PURPOSE The impact of physical impairment on Froude efficiency and intracyclic velocity fluctuation in Para swimmers is not well documented. Identification of differences in these variables between disabled and nondisabled swimmers could help develop a more objective system for assigning Para swimmers to classes for competition. This study quantifies Froude efficiency and intracyclic velocity fluctuation in unilateral forearm-amputee front crawl swimmers and evaluates associations between these variables and performance. METHODS Ten unilateral forearm-amputee swimmers completed front crawl trials at 50- and 400-m pace; three-dimensional video analysis provided mass center, and wrist and stump velocities. Intracyclic velocity fluctuation was calculated as follows: 1) maximum-minimum mass center velocity, expressed as percent of mean velocity, and 2) coefficient of variation in mass center velocity. Froude efficiency was the ratio between mean swimming velocity and wrist plus stump velocity during each segment's respective 1) underwater phase and 2) propulsive underwater phase. RESULTS Forearm amputees' intracyclic velocity fluctuation (400 m: 22% ± 7%, 50 m: 18% ± 5%) was similar to published values for nondisabled swimmers, whereas Froude efficiencies were lower. Froude efficiency was higher at 400-m (0.37 ± 0.04) than 50-m pace (0.35 ± 0.05; P < 0.05) and higher for the unaffected limb (400 m: 0.52 ± 0.03, 50 m: 0.54 ± 0.04) than the residual limb (400 m: 0.38 ± 0.03, 50 m 0.38 ± 0.02; P < 0.05). Neither intracyclic velocity fluctuation nor Froude efficiency was associated with swimming performance. CONCLUSIONS Froude efficiency may be a valuable measure of activity limitation in swimmers with an upper limb deficiency and a useful metric for comparing swimmers with different types and severity of physical impairment.
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- DAWN N. O’DOWD
- Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, Musculoskeletal Science & Sports Medicine Research Centre, Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, UNITED KINGDOM
- Manchester Metropolitan University Institute of Sport, Manchester, UNITED KINGDOM
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- School of Health and Sport Sciences, University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs, QLD, AUSTRALIA
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- School of Health and Sport Sciences, University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs, QLD, AUSTRALIA
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- Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, Musculoskeletal Science & Sports Medicine Research Centre, Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, UNITED KINGDOM
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- Faculty of Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, BELGIUM
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Sydney, Sydney, AUSTRALIA
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- Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, Musculoskeletal Science & Sports Medicine Research Centre, Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, UNITED KINGDOM
- Manchester Metropolitan University Institute of Sport, Manchester, UNITED KINGDOM
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Théry A, Maaß CC, Lauga E. Hydrodynamic interactions between squirmers near walls: far-field dynamics and near-field cluster stability. R Soc Open Sci 2023; 10:230223. [PMID: 37388310 PMCID: PMC10300678 DOI: 10.1098/rsos.230223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2023] [Accepted: 05/30/2023] [Indexed: 07/01/2023]
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Confinement increases contacts between microswimmers in dilute suspensions and affects their interactions. In particular, boundaries have been shown experimentally to lead to the formation of clusters that would not occur in bulk fluids. To what extent does hydrodynamics govern these boundary-driven encounters between microswimmers? We consider theoretically the symmetric boundary-mediated encounters of model microswimmers under gravity through far-field interaction of a pair of weak squirmers, as well as the lubrication interactions occurring after contact between two or more squirmers. In the far field, the orientation of microswimmers is controlled by the wall and the squirming parameter. The presence of a second swimmer influences the orientation of the original squirmer, but for weak squirmers, most of the interaction occurs after contact. We thus analyse next the near-field reorientation of circular groups of squirmers. We show that a large number of swimmers and the presence of gravity can stabilize clusters of pullers, while the opposite is true for pushers; to be stable, clusters of pushers thus need to be governed by other interactions (e.g. phoretic). This simplified approach to the phenomenon of active clustering enables us to highlight the hydrodynamic contribution, which can be hard to isolate in experimental realizations.
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- A. Théry
- Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, University of Cambridge, Cambridge CB3 0WA, UK
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- Physics of Fluids, University of Twente, 7500AE Enschede, The Netherlands
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- Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, University of Cambridge, Cambridge CB3 0WA, UK
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Nuckols RW, Chang CK, Kim D, Eckert-Erdheim A, Orzel D, Baker L, Baker T, Wendel NC, Quinlivan B, Murphy P, Grupper J, Villalobos J, Awad LN, Ellis TD, Walsh CJ. Design and evaluation of an independent 4-week, exosuit-assisted, post-stroke community walking program. Ann N Y Acad Sci 2023. [PMID: 37253679 DOI: 10.1111/nyas.14998] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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Chronic impairment in the paretic ankle following stroke often requires that individuals use compensatory patterns such as asymmetric propulsion to achieve effective walking speeds needed for community engagement. Ankle exosuit assistance can provide ankle biomechanical benefit in the lab, but such environments inherently limit the amount of practice available. Community walking studies without exosuits can provide massed practice and benefit walking speed but are limited in their ability to assist proper mechanics. In this study, we combined the positive aspects of community training with those of exosuit assistance. We developed and evaluated a community Robotic Exosuit Augmented Locomotion (cREAL) program. Four participants in the chronic stage of stroke independently used our community ankle exosuit for walking in the community 3-5 days/week for 4 weeks. We performed lab evaluations before and after the 4-week program. Two participants significantly improved their unassisted paretic propulsion by an average of 27% after the program and walked on average 4001 steps/day more in the week following the program. Despite the small number of participants, this study provides preliminary evidence for the potential of exosuits to augment gait training and rehabilitation in the community.
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- Richard W Nuckols
- John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Department of Systems Design Engineering, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
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- John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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Kiverin A, Tyurnin A, Yakovenko I. On the Critical Condition for Flame Acceleration in Hydrogen-Based Mixtures. Materials (Basel) 2023; 16:2813. [PMID: 37049105 PMCID: PMC10095673 DOI: 10.3390/ma16072813] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2022] [Revised: 03/21/2023] [Accepted: 03/28/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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The paper presents a novel numerical approach to the quantitative estimation of the concentration limits for flame acceleration in hydrogen-based mixtures. A series of calculations are carried out for hydrogen-air and hydrogen-oxygen flames in channels. The analysis of the obtained numerical results provided the value of 11 ± 0.25 % hydrogen content in the mixture as a lean concentration limit of flame acceleration that agrees well with the available experimental data. Moreover, the basic physical mechanism responsible for the transition from the steady mode of flame propagation to the accelerated one is distinguished. The mechanism is related to flame stretching in the region of interaction with the boundary layer and the competition between the joint increase in burning rate and heat losses. The novel technique for the estimation of concentration limits of flame acceleration presented here can be applied to assess combustion conditions inside combustors of energy and propulsion systems fed with hydrogen. The results are also useful in estimating explosion and fire risks in hydrogen storage, transport, and utilization facilities as parts of hydrogen energy and propulsion systems.
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Liu J, Fu Y, Liu X, Ruan H. A bar-joint model based on the corrected resistive force theory for artificial flagellated micro-swimmers propelled by acoustic waves. Bioinspir Biomim 2023; 18:035003. [PMID: 36821864 DOI: 10.1088/1748-3190/acbe86] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2022] [Accepted: 02/23/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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In this work, we proposed a bar-joint model based on the corrected resistive force theory (CRFT) for studying artificial flagellated micro-swimmers (AFMSs) propelled by acoustic waves in a two-dimensional (2D) flow field or with a rectangular cross-section. Note that the classical resistive-force theory for 3D cylindrical flagellum leads to over 90% deviation in terminal velocity from those of 2D fluid-structure interaction (FSI) simulations, while the proposed CRFT bar-joint model can reduce the deviation to below 5%; hence, it enables a reliable prediction of the 2D locomotion of an acoustically actuated AFMS with a rectangular cross-section, which is the case in some experiments. Introduced in the CRFT is a single correction factorKdetermined by comparing the linear terminal velocities under acoustic actuation obtained from the CRFT with those from simulations. After the determination ofK, detailed comparisons of trajectories between the CRFT-based bar-joint AFMS model and the FSI simulation were presented, exhibiting an excellent consistency. Finally, a numerical demonstration of the purely acoustic or magneto-acoustic steering of an AFMS based on the CRFT was presented, which can be one of the choices for future AFMS-based precision therapy.
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- Jinan Liu
- Research Center for Fluid-Structure Interactions, Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, People's Republic of China
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- Research Center for Fluid-Structure Interactions, Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory for Advanced Metals and Materials, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, People's Republic of China
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- Research Center for Fluid-Structure Interactions, Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, People's Republic of China
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Wilson-Jene H, Cowan RE, Pearlman J. A novel approach to directly measuring wheel and caster rolling resistance accurately predicts user-wheelchair system-level rolling resistance. J Rehabil Assist Technol Eng 2023; 10:20556683231180877. [PMID: 37305549 PMCID: PMC10251480 DOI: 10.1177/20556683231180877] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2022] [Accepted: 05/23/2023] [Indexed: 06/13/2023] Open
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Introduction Clinical practice guidelines for preservation of upper extremity recommend minimizing wheelchair propulsion forces. Our ability to make quantitative recommendations about the effects of wheelchair configuration changes is limited by system-level tests to measure rolling resistance (RR). We developed a method that directly measures caster and propulsion wheel RR at a component-level. The study purpose is to assess accuracy and consistency of component-level estimates of system-level RR. Methods The RR of N = 144 simulated unique wheelchair-user systems were estimated using our novel component-level method and compared to system-level RR measured by treadmill drag tests, representing combinations of caster types/diameters, rear wheel types/diameters, loads, and front-rear load distributions. Accuracy was assessed by Bland-Altman limits of agreement (LOA) and consistency by intraclass correlation (ICC). Results Overall ICC was 0.94, 95% CI [0.91-0.95]. Component-level estimates were systematically lower than system-level (-1.1 N), with LOA +/-1.3 N. RR force differences between methods were constant over the range of test conditions. Conclusion Component-level estimates of wheelchair-user system RR are accurate and consistent when compared to a system-level test method, evidenced by small absolute LOA and high ICC. Combined with a prior study on precision, this study helps to establish validity for this RR test method.
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- Holly Wilson-Jene
- Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
- International Society of Wheelchair Professionals, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Heersink School of Medicine, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA
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- Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
- International Society of Wheelchair Professionals, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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Poulet Y, Brassart F, Simonetti E, Pillet H, Faupin A, Sauret C. Analyzing Intra-Cycle Velocity Profile and Trunk Inclination during Wheelchair Racing Propulsion. Sensors (Basel) 2022; 23:58. [PMID: 36616655 PMCID: PMC9824114 DOI: 10.3390/s23010058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2022] [Revised: 12/15/2022] [Accepted: 12/17/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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The analysis of intra-cycle velocity profile of manual wheelchair (MWC) users has been used to highlight the significant role of trunk inertia in propulsion biomechanics. Maximal wheelchair linear velocity has previously been observed to be reached after the release of the handrims both during sports activities and daily life propulsion. This paper provides a combined analysis of linear velocity and trunk kinematics in elite wheelchair racing athletes during straight-line propulsion at stabilized speeds. MWC and trunk kinematics of eight athletes (level: 7 elite, 1 intermediate; classification: T54 (5), T53 (2) and T52 (1)) were monitored during 400 m races using inertial measurement units. An average propulsion cycle was computed for each athlete. The main finding of this article is the difference in propulsion patterns among the athletes, exhibiting either 1, 2 or 3 peaks in their velocity profile. A second peak in velocity is usually assumed to be caused by the inertia of the trunk. However, the presence of a second velocity peak among more severely impaired athletes with little to no trunk motion can either be associated to the inertia of the athletes' arms or to their propulsion technique.
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- Yoann Poulet
- Centre d’Études et de Recherche sur l’Appareillage des Handicapés, Institution Nationale des Invalides, 75007 Paris, France
- Arts et Métiers Institute of Technology, Université Sorbonne Paris Nord, IBHGC—Institut de Biomécanique Humaine Georges Charpak, HESAM Université, 151 Bd de l’Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Centre d’Études et de Recherche sur l’Appareillage des Handicapés, Institution Nationale des Invalides, 75007 Paris, France
- Arts et Métiers Institute of Technology, Université Sorbonne Paris Nord, IBHGC—Institut de Biomécanique Humaine Georges Charpak, HESAM Université, 151 Bd de l’Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Arts et Métiers Institute of Technology, Université Sorbonne Paris Nord, IBHGC—Institut de Biomécanique Humaine Georges Charpak, HESAM Université, 151 Bd de l’Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Laboratoire IAPS, Université de Toulon, 83130 Toulon, France
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- Centre d’Études et de Recherche sur l’Appareillage des Handicapés, Institution Nationale des Invalides, 75007 Paris, France
- Arts et Métiers Institute of Technology, Université Sorbonne Paris Nord, IBHGC—Institut de Biomécanique Humaine Georges Charpak, HESAM Université, 151 Bd de l’Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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Morais JE, Marinho DA, Oliveira JP, Sampaio T, Lopes T, Barbosa TM. Using Statistical Parametric Mapping to Compare the Propulsion of Age-Group Swimmers in Front Crawl Acquired with the Aquanex System. Sensors (Basel) 2022; 22:8549. [PMID: 36366246 PMCID: PMC9655887 DOI: 10.3390/s22218549] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2022] [Revised: 11/02/2022] [Accepted: 11/04/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Understanding the difference in each upper limb between age groups can provide deeper insights into swimmers’ propulsion. This study aimed to: (1) compare swimming velocity and a set of kinematical variables between junior and juvenile swimmers and (2) compare the propulsion outputs through discrete and continuous analyses (Statistical Parametric Mapping—SPM) between junior and juvenile swimmers for each upper limb (i.e., dominant and non-dominant). The sample was composed of 22 male swimmers (12 juniors with 16.35 ± 0.74 years; 10 juveniles with 15.40 ± 0.32 years). A set of kinematic and propulsion variables was measured at maximum swimming velocity. Statistical Parametric Mapping was used as a continuous analysis approach to identify differences in the propulsion of both upper limbs between junior and juvenile swimmers. Junior swimmers were significantly faster than juveniles (p = 0.04, d = 0.86). Although juniors showed higher propulsion values, the SPM did not reveal significant differences (p < 0.05) for dominant and non-dominant upper limbs between the two age groups. This indicates that other factors (such as drag) may be responsible for the difference in swimming velocity. Coaches and swimmers should be aware that an increase in propulsion alone may not immediately lead to an increase in swimming velocity.
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- Jorge E. Morais
- Research Center in Sports, Health and Human Development (CIDESD), University of Beira Interior, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal
- Department of Sport Sciences, Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, 5300-252 Bragança, Portugal
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- Research Center in Sports, Health and Human Development (CIDESD), University of Beira Interior, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal
- Department of Sport Sciences, University of Beira Interior, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal
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- Research Center in Sports, Health and Human Development (CIDESD), University of Beira Interior, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal
- Department of Sport Sciences, Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, 5300-252 Bragança, Portugal
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- Research Center in Sports, Health and Human Development (CIDESD), University of Beira Interior, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal
- Department of Sport Sciences, Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, 5300-252 Bragança, Portugal
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- Research Center in Sports, Health and Human Development (CIDESD), University of Beira Interior, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal
- Department of Sport Sciences, University of Beira Interior, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal
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- Research Center in Sports, Health and Human Development (CIDESD), University of Beira Interior, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal
- Department of Sport Sciences, Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, 5300-252 Bragança, Portugal
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Pradon D, Garrec E, Vaugier I, Weissland T, Hugeron C. Effect of power-assistance on upper limb biomechanical and physiological variables during a 6-minute, manual wheelchair propulsion test: a randomised, cross-over study. Disabil Rehabil 2022; 44:6783-6787. [PMID: 34546807 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2021.1973586] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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PURPOSE Use of a power-assistance wheelchair could reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), however, a comprehensive biomechanical evaluation of these systems has not been carried out. This study aimed to evaluate and compare biomechanical UL propulsion variables, and physiological exercise-related variables during the use of a wheelchair with rear drive power assist device (RD-PAD) and a standard manual wheelchair (MW). MATERIALS AND METHODS Twenty-two adults with spinal cord injury were recruited. RD-PAD (SmartDrive system) was fitted to their own MW. An instrumented wheel was used to measure handrim forces, and gas exchange and heart rate were monitored. Participants performed repeated out and back runs for 6 min on a straight outdoor course. RESULTS Distance covered was significantly greater with the RD-PAD (538 ± 104 m versus 470 ± 124 m). Peak mechanical effort during the propulsion phase was significantly lower with the RD-PAD (p < 0.001). Heart rate, metabolic equivalent of task (MET), tidal volume, minute volume, oxygen consumption, and peak oxygen consumption were all significantly lower with the RD-PAD (p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS The results showed that use of RD-PAD increased the distance covered by MW users and reduced the energy costs of propulsion. The biomechanical results indirectly suggest that RD-PAD may reduce the risk of MSD.Implications for RehabilitationUsing the SmartDrive system as propulsion assistance increases the travel autonomy.The SmartDrive system reduces the biomechanical constraints propelling the wheelchair on a slope and low slope.SmartDrive the system reduces the physiological solicitation related to the propulsion of wheelchair.
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- Didier Pradon
- UMR 1179 End:icap, INSERM UVSQ, Garches, France.,CHU Raymond Poincaré APHP, Garches, France.,ISPC-Synergies, Garches, France
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- UMR 1179 End:icap, INSERM UVSQ, Garches, France.,CHU Raymond Poincaré APHP, Garches, France.,Fondation Garches, Garches, France
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- CHU Raymond Poincaré APHP, Garches, France.,CIC 1429 INSERM APHP, Garches, France
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Falk Giuliano A, Correia RDA, Feitosa WG, Castro FADS. Three-dimensional front crawl arm-stroke efficiency and hand displacement in male and female swimmers. Sports Biomech 2022:1-12. [PMID: 35392770 DOI: 10.1080/14763141.2022.2060854] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2021] [Accepted: 03/28/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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This study aimed (i) to verify if underwater horizontal, vertical and medio-lateral hand displacements (HD), in pull and push phases of the front crawl stroke, can be associated with arm-stroke efficiency (ƞp) and (ii) to compare np and selected kinematic variables between male and female swimmers. Ten male and 10 female swimmers performed an all-out front crawl 25-m test. Data were obtained with six synchronised video cameras (60 Hz) and analysed with a three-dimensional method. Results for males and females were respectively, as follows: (i) horizontal HD: 0.55 ± 0.06 m and 0.61 ± 0.09 m (p = 0.062; d = 0.78); vertical HD: 0.68 ± 0.06 m and 0.58 ± 0.07 m (p < 0.001; d = 1.53); and medio-lateral HD: 0.22 ± 0.07 m and 0.16 ± 0.03 m (p = 0.012; d = 1.11); (ii) ƞp: 0.33 ± 0.02 and 0.32 ± 0.03 (p = 0.48; d = 0.39); (iii) vCOM: 1.77 ± 0.06 m∙s-1 and 1.55 ± 0.10 m∙s-1 (p < 0.001; d = 2.42). Multiple linear regression (p = 0.019) indicated that horizontal and medio-lateral HD were able to predict np. The lower the horizontal hand displacement, the higher the ƞp.
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- Anita Falk Giuliano
- Dança, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do SulAquatic Sports Research Group, Escola de Educação Física, Fisioterapia e , Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Dança, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do SulAquatic Sports Research Group, Escola de Educação Física, Fisioterapia e , Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Dança, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do SulAquatic Sports Research Group, Escola de Educação Física, Fisioterapia e , Porto Alegre, Brazil
- Faculty of Physical Education, Universidade Estadual do Ceará, Fortaleza, Brazil
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- Dança, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do SulAquatic Sports Research Group, Escola de Educação Física, Fisioterapia e , Porto Alegre, Brazil
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Ruiz-Navarro JJ, Cuenca-Fernández F, Sanders R, Arellano R. The determinant factors of undulatory underwater swimming performance: A systematic review. J Sports Sci 2022; 40:1243-1254. [PMID: 35384796 DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2022.2061259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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The prominence of undulatory underwater swimming (UUS) has been clearly observed during recent international events. Improvement of this phase is important for overall performance. The aim of this systematic review was to identify the key factors that modulate UUS performance and provide coaches and sports science practitioners with valuable and practical information to optimise it. PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and SPORTDiscus databases were searched up to 14 October 2021. Studies involving competitive swimmers and which included UUS performance assessment were considered. Methodological quality assessment was conducted for the included articles. From the 193 articles screened, 15 articles were included. There was a substantial body of research conducted on kicking frequency, vertical toe and body wave velocity, angular velocity of the joints, distance per kick, joint amplitudes and mobility, and body position in UUS performance. However, further investigation is required for muscle activation and muscle strength influence. The results from this review contribute to understanding of how to optimise UUS performance, identifying the key aspects that must be addressed during training. Specifically, the caudal momentum transfer should be maximised, the upbeat duration reduced, and the frequency that best suits swimmers' characteristics should be identified individually.
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- Jesús J Ruiz-Navarro
- Aquatics Lab, Department of Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Aquatics Lab, Department of Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Aquatics Lab, Department of Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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Lin YJ, Shiang TY, Liu TH, Lee YH, Lee SC, Hsu WC, Chang CC. Do harder midsoles facilitate propulsion and do softer midsoles increase shock attenuation during taking-off and landing of scissor jump? Sports Biomech 2022:1-17. [PMID: 35184670 DOI: 10.1080/14763141.2022.2039275] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2019] [Accepted: 02/02/2022] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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To determine the influence of midsole hardness on ground reaction force (GRF) features during badminton scissor jump takeoff and landing and the interactive effect of midsole hardness with playing and nonplaying limbs, data were collected from badminton athletes who performed scissor jumps while wearing shoes with two levels of midsole hardness. Temporal-spatial and GRF variables were calculated. Measurements of the soft and hard midsole conditions for playing versus non-playing sides were compared using two-way repeated measure analyses of variance. The playing and non-playing limbs showed different GRF features while performing scissor jump. During takeoff, no significant differences between the soft and hard midsole conditions were identified for the jump height in any of the GRF variables. During landing, the cushioning capacity might be affected by harder midsole indicated by higher vertical impact peak (p = 0.008). Meanwhile, the longer time-to-vertical impact peak (p = 0.007) and the lower loading rate of the vertical impact peak (p = 0.013) may be plausible indicators for cushioning. Current study indicated the playing-limb consistently showed dominance on both the propulsion and shock attenuation behaviours during scissor jump and that, for the footwear selection between 62C and 68C midsoles, expectation would be more on effects on landing characteristics than on propulsion performance.
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- Yi-Jia Lin
- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Engineering, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
- Department of Athletic Performance, National Taiwan Normal University, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- Department of Athletic Performance, National Taiwan Normal University, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, National Taiwan Normal University, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
- Division of Shoe and Bag Business, Victor Rackets Ind. Corp, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- Department of Athletics, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology
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- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Engineering, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Engineering, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
- Department of Athletic Performance, National Taiwan Normal University, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
- Graduate Institute of Applied Science, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei
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- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Engineering, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
- Graduate Institute of Applied Science, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
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Costa M, Hibberd TJ, Keightley LJ, Wiklendt L, Kyloh MA, Dinning PG, Brookes SJH, Spencer NJ. Novel intrinsic neurogenic and myogenic mechanisms underlying the formation of faecal pellets along the large intestine of guinea-pigs. J Physiol 2021; 599:4561-4579. [PMID: 34418078 DOI: 10.1113/jp282069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2021] [Accepted: 08/17/2021] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Soft faecal material is transformed into discrete, pellet-shaped faeces at the colonic flexure. Here, analysis of water content in natural faecal material revealed a decline from cecum to rectum without significant changes at the flexure. Thus, pellet formation is not explained by changes in viscosity alone. We then used video imaging of colonic wall movements with electromyography in isolated preparations containing guinea-pig proximal colon, colonic flexure and distal colon. To investigate the pellet formation process, the colonic segments were infused with artificial contents (Krebs solution and 4-6% methylcellulose) to simulate physiological faecal content flow. Remarkably, pellet formation took place in vitro, without extrinsic neural inputs. Infusion evoked slowly propagating neurogenic contractions, the proximal colon migrating motor complexes (∼0.6 cpm), which initiated pellet formation at the flexure. Lesion of the flexure, but not the proximal colon, disrupted the formation of normal individual pellets. In addition, a distinct myogenic mechanism was identified, whereby slow phasic contractions (∼1.9 cpm) initiated at the flexure and propagated short distances retrogradely into the proximal colon and antegradely into the distal colon. There were no detectable changes in the density or distribution of pacemaker-type interstitial cells of Cajal across the flexure. The findings provide new insights into how solid faecal content is generated, suggesting the major mechanisms underlying faecal pellet formation involve the unique interaction at the colonic flexure between antegrade proximal colon migrating motor complexes, organized by enteric neurons, and retrograde myogenic slow phasic contractions. Additional, as yet unidentified extrinsic and/or humoral influences appear to contribute to processing of faecal content in vivo. KEY POINTS: In herbivores, including guinea-pigs, clearly defined faecal pellets are formed at a distinct location along the large intestine (colonic flexure). The mechanism underlying the formation of these faecal pellets at this region has remained unknown. We reveal a progressive and gradual reduction in water content of faecal content along the bowel. Hence, the distinct transition from amorphous to pellet shaped faecal content could not be explained by a dramatic increase in water reabsorption from a specific site. We discovered patterns of anterograde neurogenic and retrograde myogenic motor activity that facilitate the formation of faecal pellets. The formation of 'pellet-like' boluses at the colonic flexure involves interaction of an antegrade migrating motor complex in the proximal colon and retrograde myogenic slow phasic contractions that emerge from the colonic flexure. The findings uncover intrinsic mechanisms responsible for the formation of discrete faecal scybala in the large intestine of a vertebrate.
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- Marcello Costa
- Discipline of Human Physiology, College of Medicine and Public Health Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Discipline of Human Physiology, College of Medicine and Public Health Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Discipline of Human Physiology, College of Medicine and Public Health Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Discipline of Human Physiology, College of Medicine and Public Health Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Discipline of Human Physiology, College of Medicine and Public Health Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Discipline of Human Physiology, College of Medicine and Public Health Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia.,Discipline of Surgery and Gastroenterology, Flinders Medical Centre, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Discipline of Human Physiology, College of Medicine and Public Health Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Discipline of Human Physiology, College of Medicine and Public Health Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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Porciuncula F, Baker TC, Arumukhom Revi D, Bae J, Sloutsky R, Ellis TD, Walsh CJ, Awad LN. Targeting Paretic Propulsion and Walking Speed With a Soft Robotic Exosuit: A Consideration-of-Concept Trial. Front Neurorobot 2021; 15:689577. [PMID: 34393750 PMCID: PMC8356079 DOI: 10.3389/fnbot.2021.689577] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2021] [Accepted: 06/30/2021] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Background: Soft robotic exosuits can facilitate immediate increases in short- and long-distance walking speeds in people with post-stroke hemiparesis. We sought to assess the feasibility and rehabilitative potential of applying propulsion-augmenting exosuits as part of an individualized and progressive training program to retrain faster walking and the underlying propulsive strategy. Methods: A 54-yr old male with chronic hemiparesis completed five daily sessions of Robotic Exosuit Augmented Locomotion (REAL) gait training. REAL training consists of high-intensity, task-specific, and progressively challenging walking practice augmented by a soft robotic exosuit and is designed to facilitate faster walking by way of increased paretic propulsion. Repeated baseline assessments of comfortable walking speed over a 2-year period provided a stable baseline from which the effects of REAL training could be elucidated. Additional outcomes included paretic propulsion, maximum walking speed, and 6-minute walk test distance. Results: Comfortable walking speed was stable at 0.96 m/s prior to training and increased by 0.30 m/s after training. Clinically meaningful increases in maximum walking speed (Δ: 0.30 m/s) and 6-minute walk test distance (Δ: 59 m) were similarly observed. Improvements in paretic peak propulsion (Δ: 2.80 %BW), propulsive power (Δ: 0.41 W/kg), and trailing limb angle (Δ: 6.2 degrees) were observed at comfortable walking speed (p's < 0.05). Likewise, improvements in paretic peak propulsion (Δ: 4.63 %BW) and trailing limb angle (Δ: 4.30 degrees) were observed at maximum walking speed (p's < 0.05). Conclusions: The REAL training program is feasible to implement after stroke and capable of facilitating rapid and meaningful improvements in paretic propulsion, walking speed, and walking distance.
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- Franchino Porciuncula
- Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, United States.,Neuromotor Recovery Laboratory, Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Sargent College, Boston University, Boston, MA, United States
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- Neuromotor Recovery Laboratory, Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Sargent College, Boston University, Boston, MA, United States
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- Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, United States.,Neuromotor Recovery Laboratory, Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Sargent College, Boston University, Boston, MA, United States
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- Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, United States.,Apple Inc., Cupertino, CA, United States
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- Neuromotor Recovery Laboratory, Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Sargent College, Boston University, Boston, MA, United States
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- Neuromotor Recovery Laboratory, Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Sargent College, Boston University, Boston, MA, United States
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- Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, United States
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- Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, United States.,Neuromotor Recovery Laboratory, Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Sargent College, Boston University, Boston, MA, United States
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Pandy MG, Lai AKM, Schache AG, Lin YC. How muscles maximize performance in accelerated sprinting. Scand J Med Sci Sports 2021; 31:1882-1896. [PMID: 34270824 DOI: 10.1111/sms.14021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2021] [Revised: 07/01/2021] [Accepted: 07/10/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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We sought to provide a more comprehensive understanding of how the individual leg muscles act synergistically to generate a ground force impulse and maximize the change in forward momentum of the body during accelerated sprinting. We combined musculoskeletal modelling with gait data to simulate the majority of the acceleration phase (19 foot contacts) of a maximal sprint over ground. Individual muscle contributions to the ground force impulse were found by evaluating each muscle's contribution to the vertical and fore-aft components of the ground force (termed "supporter" and "accelerator/brake," respectively). The ankle plantarflexors played a major role in achieving maximal-effort accelerated sprinting. Soleus acted primarily as a supporter by generating a large fraction of the upward impulse at each step whereas gastrocnemius contributed appreciably to the propulsive and upward impulses and functioned as both accelerator and supporter. The primary role of the vasti was to deliver an upward impulse to the body (supporter), but these muscles also acted as a brake by retarding forward momentum. The hamstrings and gluteus medius functioned primarily as accelerators. Gluteus maximus was neither an accelerator nor supporter as it functioned mainly to decelerate the swinging leg in preparation for foot contact at the next step. Fundamental knowledge of lower-limb muscle function during maximum acceleration sprinting is of interest to coaches endeavoring to optimize sprint performance in elite athletes as well as sports medicine clinicians aiming to improve injury prevention and rehabilitation practices.
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- Marcus G Pandy
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology, Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, Canada
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.,La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
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Metachronal waves are ubiquitous in propulsive and fluid transport systems across many different scales and morphologies in the biological world. Tomopterids are a soft-bodied, holopelagic polychaete that use metachrony with their flexible, gelatinous parapodia to deftly navigate the midwater ocean column that they inhabit. In the following study, we develop a three-dimensional, fluid-structure interaction model of a tomopterid parapodium to explore the emergent metachronal waves formed from the interplay of passive body elasticity, active muscular tension, and hydrodynamic forces. After introducing our model, we examine the effects that varying material properties have on the stroke of an individual parapodium. We then explore the temporal dynamics when multiple parapodia are placed sequentially and how differences in the phase can alter the collective kinematics and resulting flow field.
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- Alexander P Hoover
- The University of Akron, Department of Mathematics, Akron, OH, 44135, USA
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Welinski ML, Lee LN, McBroom B, Mufarreh B, Gidley AD. Ground Reaction Forces and Temporal Characteristics Define Cutting Performance. Int J Exerc Sci 2021; 14:211-221. [PMID: 34055139 PMCID: PMC8136564] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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UNLABELLED Moderate angle cutting maneuvers (between 45º and 90º) are common and essential performance skills for success in multidirectional sports. Research addresses the injury risks of cutting but few studies have attempted to quantify the performance of the cut itself. PURPOSE To identify any anthropometric, kinematic, and/or kinetic markers of a high-performance cut so they may be taught and lead to more effective training. METHODS Ten college-aged male athletes (mass 73.97 ± 8.77kg, height 1.81 ± 0.07m) and ten non-athletes (mass 87.37 ± 13.93kg, height 1.85 ± 0.04m) completed five moderate angle cutting trials with a speed constraint of 4.03 m/s - 4.44 m/s through a 3 m in to and 3 m out of a 60° change in direction set-up. Kinetic and kinematic measurements were recorded through ground reaction forces and lower limb angles. RESULTS A Bonferroni correction revealed that athletes spent significantly less time in the propulsion phase (52.0% ± 0.02%, p < 0.02) compared to non-athletes (55.4% ± 0.03%, p < 0.02). The propulsion phase was determined as the percentage of the contact phase the knee was extending (e.g. Green, et al, 2012). The athletes produced significantly greater instantaneous values of X GRF, Y GRF, and Z GRF during the propulsion phase (p < .05). CONCLUSION Greater GRFs coupled with shorter propulsion phases by the athletes accounted for the lack of differences in the propulsion impulse between the two groups. Changing direction in a shorter time improves an athlete's ability to evade an opponent, by decreasing the time an opponent has to react to a new direction.
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- M L Welinski
- School of Nursing and Human Physiology, Human Physiology Department, Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA, UNITED STATES
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- School of Nursing and Human Physiology, Human Physiology Department, Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA, UNITED STATES
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- School of Nursing and Human Physiology, Human Physiology Department, Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA, UNITED STATES
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- School of Nursing and Human Physiology, Human Physiology Department, Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA, UNITED STATES
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- School of Nursing and Human Physiology, Human Physiology Department, Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA, UNITED STATES
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Hoover AP, Xu NW, Gemmell BJ, Colin SP, Costello JH, Dabiri JO, Miller LA. Neuromechanical wave resonance in jellyfish swimming. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A 2021; 118:e2020025118. [PMID: 33836589 DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2020025118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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For organisms to have robust locomotion, their neuromuscular organization must adapt to constantly changing environments. In jellyfish, swimming robustness emerges when marginal pacemakers fire action potentials throughout the bell's motor nerve net, which signals the musculature to contract. The speed of the muscle activation wave is dictated by the passage times of the action potentials. However, passive elastic material properties also influence the emergent kinematics, with time scales independent of neuromuscular organization. In this multimodal study, we examine the interplay between these two time scales during turning. A three-dimensional computational fluid-structure interaction model of a jellyfish was developed to determine the resulting emergent kinematics, using bidirectional muscular activation waves to actuate the bell rim. Activation wave speeds near the material wave speed yielded successful turns, with a 76-fold difference in turning rate between the best and worst performers. Hyperextension of the margin occurred only at activation wave speeds near the material wave speed, suggesting resonance. This hyperextension resulted in a 34-fold asymmetry in the circulation of the vortex ring between the inside and outside of the turn. Experimental recording of the activation speed confirmed that jellyfish actuate within this range, and flow visualization using particle image velocimetry validated the corresponding fluid dynamics of the numerical model. This suggests that neuromechanical wave resonance plays an important role in the robustness of an organism's locomotory system and presents an undiscovered constraint on the evolution of flexible organisms. Understanding these dynamics is essential for developing actuators in soft body robotics and bioengineered pumps.
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Ott J, Henderson T, Wilson-Jene H, Koontz A, Pearlman J. A high prevalence of manual wheelchair rear-wheel misalignment could be leading to increased risk of repetitive strain injuries. Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol 2021:1-9. [PMID: 33710939 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2021.1890843] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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PURPOSE To determine the prevalence and severity of manual wheelchair rear wheel misalignment in community-dwelling manual wheelchair users and estimate the associated increases in rolling resistance (RR) and risk of repetitive strain injuries (RSIs). MATERIALS AND METHODS Data were collected in an outpatient rehabilitation clinic, a university research laboratory, and at adaptive sporting events in the United States. Two hundred active, self-propelling manual wheelchair users were recruited. Angular misalignment (referred to as toe angle) while the wheelchair was loaded with the user, and the difference between the maximum and minimum toe angle (referred to as slop) with the wheelchair unloaded. RESULTS Average results for toe angle and slop (movement in the rear wheels) were 0.92 and 0.61 degrees, respectively. Using a lab-based testing method, we quantified the impact of increased RR forces due to misalignment in increased RR forces. Our results indicate that the average toe angle while under load and slop, without loading, measured in the community increase required propulsion force by 3.0 N. Combined toe angle and slop (i.e., the worst-case scenario) added increased propulsion force by 3.9 N. CONCLUSIONS We found that rear-wheel misalignment was prevalent and severe enough that it may increase the risk for RSIs and decrease participation. To mitigate this issue, future work should focus on reducing misalignment through improved maintenance interventions and increased manufacturing quality through more stringent standards.Implications for RehabilitationThe work reveals a previously unknown and significant contributor to RR that could have health implications for users who self-propel.Maintenance and repairs should be adjusted to help reduce the impact of misalignment.Our results suggests that WC designers should take additional care to designs wheels and frames to minimize misalignment.Service providers setting up wheelchairs should take additional care to make sure the wheels are aligned.Users should monitor misalignment and prioritize maintaining or having their chair repaired when misalignment occurs.
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- Joseph Ott
- Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.,International Society of Wheelchair Professionals, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.,International Society of Wheelchair Professionals, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.,International Society of Wheelchair Professionals, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.,Department of Veterans Affairs, Human Engineering Research Laboratory, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.,International Society of Wheelchair Professionals, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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Swimming motors navigating in complex fluidic environments have received tremendous attention over the last decade. In particular, liquid metal (LM) as a new emerging material has shown considerable potential in furthering the development of swimming motors, due to their unique features such as fluidity, softness, reconfigurability, stimuli responsiveness, and good biocompatibility. LM motors can not only achieve directional motion but also deformation due to their liquid nature, thus providing new and unique capabilities to the field of swimming motors. This review aims to provide an overview of the recent advances of LM motors and compare the difference in LM macro and micromotors from fabrication, propulsion, and application. Here, LM motors below 1 cm, named mini/micro/nano scale liquid metal motors (MLMTs) will be discussed. This work will present physicochemical characteristics of LMs and summarize the state-of-the-art progress in MLMTs. Finally, future outlooks including both opportunities and challenges of mini/micro/nano scale liquid metal motors are also provided.
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- Li Liu
- Key Laboratory of Cryogenics, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China; (L.L.); (D.W.)
- Beijing Key Lab of CryoBiomedical Engineering and Key Lab of Cryogenics, Beijing 100190, China
- School of Engineering Science, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100039, China
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- Key Laboratory of Cryogenics, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China; (L.L.); (D.W.)
- Beijing Key Lab of CryoBiomedical Engineering and Key Lab of Cryogenics, Beijing 100190, China
- School of Future Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Key Laboratory of Cryogenics, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China; (L.L.); (D.W.)
- Beijing Key Lab of CryoBiomedical Engineering and Key Lab of Cryogenics, Beijing 100190, China
- School of Future Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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Ott J, Pearlman J. Scoping review of the rolling resistance testing methods and factors that impact manual wheelchairs. J Rehabil Assist Technol Eng 2021; 8:2055668320980300. [PMID: 33598312 PMCID: PMC7863146 DOI: 10.1177/2055668320980300] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2020] [Accepted: 11/04/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Introduction Rolling resistance (RR) is a drag force acting on manual wheelchairs that is associated with increased propulsion force and is linked to secondary disabling conditions of the upper limbs. A scoping review was conducted to understand how RR of manual wheelchairs has been measured and to identify limitations of those test methods and the factors tested. Methods A total of 42 papers were identified and reviewed, and test methods were categorized based on the measurement style of RR, testing level, and if multiple parameters could be tested. Additionally, 34 articles were reviewed for what factors were tested. Results Seven different testing methods categories were identified: drag test, treadmill, motor draw, deceleration, physiological expenditure, ergometer/dynamometer, and robotic test rig. Relevant articles were categorized into testing factor categories: camber, toe, tire type, tire pressure, caster type, mass, mass distribution, and type of surface. Conclusions The variety of testing methods suggests the need for a standardized method that can be used for wheelchair wheel design and selection to reduce RR. It is important to use adjustments, such as a forward rear axle position to mitigate RR as well as using high-pressure pneumatic tires that are properly inflated.
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- Joseph Ott
- Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.,International Society of Wheelchair Professionals, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.,International Society of Wheelchair Professionals, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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Gemmell BJ, Du Clos KT, Colin SP, Sutherland KR, Costello JH. The most efficient metazoan swimmer creates a 'virtual wall' to enhance performance. Proc Biol Sci 2021; 288:20202494. [PMID: 33402068 DOI: 10.1098/rspb.2020.2494] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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It has been well documented that animals (and machines) swimming or flying near a solid boundary get a boost in performance. This ground effect is often modelled as an interaction between a mirrored pair of vortices represented by a true vortex and an opposite sign 'virtual vortex' on the other side of the wall. However, most animals do not swim near solid surfaces and thus near body vortex-vortex interactions in open-water swimmers have been poorly investigated. In this study, we examine the most energetically efficient metazoan swimmer known to date, the jellyfish Aurelia aurita, to elucidate the role that vortex interactions can play in animals that swim away from solid boundaries. We used high-speed video tracking, laser-based digital particle image velocimetry (dPIV) and an algorithm for extracting pressure fields from flow velocity vectors to quantify swimming performance and the effect of near body vortex-vortex interactions. Here, we show that a vortex ring (stopping vortex), created underneath the animal during the previous swim cycle, is critical for increasing propulsive performance. This well-positioned stopping vortex acts in the same way as a virtual vortex during wall-effect performance enhancement, by helping converge fluid at the underside of the propulsive surface and generating significantly higher pressures which result in greater thrust. These findings advocate that jellyfish can generate a wall-effect boost in open water by creating what amounts to a 'virtual wall' between two real, opposite sign vortex rings. This explains the significant propulsive advantage jellyfish possess over other metazoans and represents important implications for bio-engineered propulsion systems.
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- Brad J Gemmell
- Department of Integrative Biology, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL 33620, USA
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- Department of Integrative Biology, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL 33620, USA
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- Whitman Center, Marine Biological Laboratory, Woods Hole, MA 02543, USA.,Marine Biology/Environmental Sciences, Roger Williams University, Bristol, RI 02809, USA
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- Oregon Institute of Marine Biology, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR, USA
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- Whitman Center, Marine Biological Laboratory, Woods Hole, MA 02543, USA.,Biology Department, Providence College, Providence, RI 02908, USA
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Wang W, Zhou C. A Journey of Nanomotors for Targeted Cancer Therapy: Principles, Challenges, and a Critical Review of the State-of-the-Art. Adv Healthc Mater 2021; 10:e2001236. [PMID: 33111501 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.202001236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2020] [Revised: 10/04/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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A nanomotor is a miniaturized device that converts energy stored in the environment into mechanical motion. The last two decades have witnessed a surge of research interests in the biomedical applications of nanomotors, but little clinical translation. To accelerate this process, targeted cancer therapy is used as an example to describe a "survive, locate, operate, and terminate" (SLOT) mission of a nanomotor, where it must 1) survive in the unfriendly in vivo environment, 2) locate its target as well as be located by human operators, 3) carry out specific operations, and 4) terminate after the mission is completed. Along this journey, the challenges presented to a nanomotor, including to power, navigate, steer, target, release, control, image, and communicate are discussed, and how state-of-the-art nanomotors meet or fall short of these requirements is critically reviewed. These discussions are then condensed into a table for easy reference. In particular, it is argued that chemically powered nanomotors are intrinsically ill-positioned for targeted cancer therapy, while nanomotors powered by magnetic fields or ultrasound show more promises. Following this argument, a tentative nanomotor design is then presented in the end to conform to the SLOT guideline, and to inspire practical, functional nanorobots that are yet to come.
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- Wei Wang
- School of Materials Science and Engineering Harbin Institute of Technology (Shenzhen) Shenzhen 518055 China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering Harbin Institute of Technology (Shenzhen) Shenzhen 518055 China
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Jellyfish have provided insight into important components of animal propulsion, such as suction thrust, passive energy recapture, vortex wall effects, and the rotational mechanics of turning. These traits are critically important to jellyfish because they must propel themselves despite severe limitations on force production imposed by rudimentary cnidarian muscular structures. Consequently, jellyfish swimming can occur only by careful orchestration of fluid interactions. Yet these mechanics may be more broadly instructive because they also characterize processes shared with other animal swimmers, whose structural and neurological complexity can obscure these interactions. In comparison with other animal models, the structural simplicity, comparative energetic efficiency, and ease of use in laboratory experimentation allow jellyfish to serve as favorable test subjects for exploration of the hydrodynamic bases of animal propulsion. These same attributes also make jellyfish valuable models for insight into biomimetic or bioinspired engineeringof swimming vehicles. Here, we review advances in understanding of propulsive mechanics derived from jellyfish models as a pathway toward the application of animal mechanics to vehicle designs.
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- John H Costello
- Department of Biology, Providence College, Providence, Rhode Island 02918, USA;
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- Department of Marine Biology and Environmental Science, Roger Williams University, Bristol, Rhode Island 02809, USA;
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- Graduate Aerospace Laboratories and Department of Mechanical and Civil Engineering, California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, California 91125, USA;
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- Department of Integrative Biology, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida 33620, USA;
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- School for Environment and Sustainability, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109, USA;
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- Oregon Institute of Marine Biology, University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon 97403, USA;
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Wang J, Ahmed R, Zeng Y, Fu K, Soto F, Sinclair B, Soh HT, Demirci U. Engineering the Interaction Dynamics between Nano-Topographical Immunocyte-Templated Micromotors across Scales from Ions to Cells. Small 2020; 16:e2005185. [PMID: 33174334 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202005185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2020] [Revised: 10/10/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Manufacturing mobile artificial micromotors with structural design factors, such as morphology nanoroughness and surface chemistry, can improve the capture efficiency through enhancing contact interactions with their surrounding targets. Understanding the interplay of such parameters targeting high locomotion performance and high capture efficiency at the same time is of paramount importance, yet, has so far been overlooked. Here, an immunocyte-templated nano-topographical micromotor is engineered and their interactions with various targets across multiple scales, from ions to cells are investigated. The macrophage templated nanorough micromotor demonstrates significantly increased surface interactions and significantly improved and highly efficient removal of targets from complex aqueous solutions, including in plasma and diluted blood, when compared to smooth synthetic material templated micromotors with the same size and surface chemistry. These results suggest that the surface nanoroughness of the micromotors for the locomotion performance and interactions with the multiscale targets should be considered simultaneously, for they are highly interconnected in design considerations impacting applications across scales.
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- Jie Wang
- Bio-Acoustic MEMS in Medicine (BAMM) Laboratory, Canary Center at Stanford for Cancer Early Detection, Department of Radiology, Stanford School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA, 94304, USA
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- Bio-Acoustic MEMS in Medicine (BAMM) Laboratory, Canary Center at Stanford for Cancer Early Detection, Department of Radiology, Stanford School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA, 94304, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305-4034, USA
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- Department of Electrical Engineering and Department of Radiology, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305-4034, USA
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- Bio-Acoustic MEMS in Medicine (BAMM) Laboratory, Canary Center at Stanford for Cancer Early Detection, Department of Radiology, Stanford School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA, 94304, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305-4034, USA
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- Department of Electrical Engineering and Department of Radiology, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305-4034, USA
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- Bio-Acoustic MEMS in Medicine (BAMM) Laboratory, Canary Center at Stanford for Cancer Early Detection, Department of Radiology, Stanford School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA, 94304, USA
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Sánchez-Gómez R, Becerro-de-Bengoa-Vallejo R, Romero Morales C, Losa-Iglesias ME, Castrillo de la Fuente A, López-López D, Díez Vega I, Calvo-Lobo C. Muscle Activity of the Triceps Surae With Novel Propulsion Heel-Lift Orthotics in Recreational Runners. Orthop J Sports Med 2020; 8:2325967120956914. [PMID: 33150189 PMCID: PMC7580173 DOI: 10.1177/2325967120956914] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2020] [Accepted: 04/24/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Background: The triceps surae muscle has been identified with propulsion during running gait, and typical heel-lift orthotics (THOs) have been used to treat some sports injuries of this structural-biomechanical unit. The effects of a novel propulsion heel-lift orthotic (PHO) on surface electromyography (EMG) activity of the gastrocnemius during a full cycle of running have yet to be tested. Purpose/Hypothesis: We aimed to assess EMG changes in gastrocnemius medialis and lateralis muscle activity when wearing THOs, PHOs, or neutral sports shoes only (SO) during running. We hypothesized that EMG activity of the triceps surae muscle would be lower for PHOs than THOs or SO during running. Study Design: Controlled laboratory study. Methods: A total of 26 healthy, regular recreational runners of both sexes (mean age, 33.58 ± 6.02 years) with a neutral Foot Posture Index and rearfoot strike pattern were recruited to run on a treadmill at 9 km/h using aleatory THOs of 6 and 9 mm, PHOs, and SO while EMG activity of the gastrocnemius medialis and lateralis muscles was recorded over a 30-second period. Intraclass correlation coefficients were calculated to assess reliability. Results: The intraclass correlation coefficient values indicated near perfect reliability, ranging from 0.801 for 6-mm THOs to 0.959 for SO in the gastrocnemius lateralis muscle. EMG activity of the gastrocnemius lateralis muscle was greater for PHOs (25.516 ± 4.780 mV) than for SO (23.140 ± 4.150 mV) (P < .05), but EMG activity of the gastrocnemius medialis muscle did not show any statistically significant difference between conditions (23.130 ± 2.980 mV vs 26.315 ± 2.930 mV, respectively) (P = .3). Conclusion: A novel PHO may increase muscle activity of the gastrocnemius lateralis during a full cycle of running gait; consequently, its prescription to treat triceps surae muscle injuries is cautioned. Clinical Relevance: The prescription of novel PHOs could increase EMG activity, which has not been previously described.
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- Rubén Sánchez-Gómez
- Faculty of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Podiatry, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, 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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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, Universidad Europea de Madrid, Villaviciosa de Odón, Madrid, Spain
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- Faculty of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Podiatry, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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Ott J, Wilson-Jene H, Koontz A, Pearlman J. Evaluation of rolling resistance in manual wheelchair wheels and casters using drum-based testing. Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol 2020; 17:719-730. [PMID: 32924657 PMCID: PMC8049518 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2020.1815088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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PURPOSE Rolling resistance is a drag force that increases the required propulsion force of manual wheelchair users (MWU) and increases the risk of upper extremity pain and injury. MATERIALS AND METHODS To understand the influence of different design, environmental, and setup factors on rolling resistance (RR), a series of tests were performed on a range of wheels and casters using a drum-based equipment with the capability to measure RR forces. Independent factors were varied including load, camber, toe, speed, tire pressure, and surface, using ranges anticipated in the community. Combined factor testing of these factors was also completed to evaluate of RR changes due interactions of multiple factors. RESULTS A default reference trial was used to verify repeatability throughout the 924 rear wheel trials and 255 caster trials. Toe angle and tire pressure were found to have large and exponential relationships to RR. Tire/caster type and surfaces are significant influencers but have no specific relationship to RR. Load had a direct linear relationship to RR whereas camber and speed had a relatively small impact on RR. Pneumatic tires had lower rolling resistance compared to airless inserts, solid mag wheels and knobby tires. Combined factor testing revealed a linear additive effect of individual factors. Statistical analysis revealed that tire/caster type is a covariate to all of the results and statistical differences (p < 0.01) were found for toe, tire/caster type, tire pressure, surfaces and load. CONCLUSIONS Factors act in a cumulative manner to impact RR and need to be monitored in device design, development, issuance, and maintenance.Implications for RehabilitationFirst comprehensive study of MWC RR showing the effects of individual and combined factors.Highlights the direct importance of tire and caster selection.
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- Joseph Ott
- Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.,International Society of Wheelchair Professionals, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.,International Society of Wheelchair Professionals, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.,Human Engineering Research Laboratory, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.,International Society of Wheelchair Professionals, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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Synthetic micro/nanomotors (MNMs) are novel, self-propelled nano or microscale devices that are widely used in drug transport, cell stimulation and isolation, bio-imaging, diagnostic and monitoring, sensing, photocatalysis and environmental remediation. Various preparation methods and propulsion mechanisms make MNMs "tailormade" nanosystems for the intended purpose or use. As the one of the newest members of nano carriers, MNMs open a new perspective especially for rapid drug transport and gene delivery. Although there exists limited number of in-vivo studies for drug delivery purposes, existence of in-vitro supportive data strongly encourages researchers to move on in this field and benefit from the manoeuvre capability of these novel systems. In this article, we reviewed the preparation and propulsion mechanisms of nanomotors in various fields with special attention to drug delivery systems.
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- Gizem Tezel
- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Basic Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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Hogarth L, Burkett B, Van de Vliet P, Payton C. Maximal Fully Tethered Swim Performance in Para Swimmers With Physical Impairment. Int J Sports Physiol Perform 2020; 15:816-824. [PMID: 32131047 DOI: 10.1123/ijspp.2019-0515] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2019] [Revised: 08/18/2019] [Accepted: 09/13/2019] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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The assessment of swimming propulsion should be a cornerstone of Paralympic swimming classification. However, current methods do not objectively account for this component. PURPOSE To evaluate the swimming propulsion of swimmers with and without physical impairment using a 30-second maximal fully tethered freestyle swim test. METHODS Tethered forces were recorded during maximal fully tethered swimming in 80 competitive swimmers with (n = 70) and without (n = 10) physical impairment. The relationships between absolute and normalized tether forces and maximal freestyle swim speed were established using general additive models. RESULTS Para swimmers with physical impairment had lower absolute and normalized tether forces than able-bodied swimmers, and there were moderate positive correlations found between tether forces and sport class (τ = .52-.55, P < .001). There was a nonlinear relationship between tether force and maximal freestyle swim speed in the participant cohort (adjusted R2 = .78-.80, P < .001). Para swimmers with limb deficiency showed stronger relationships between tether force and maximal freestyle swim speed (adjusted R2 = .78-.82, P < .001) than did Para swimmers with hypertonia (adjusted R2 = .54-.73, P < .001) and impaired muscle power (adjusted R2 = .61-.70, P < .001). CONCLUSIONS Physical impairments affect Para swimmers' tether forces during maximal fully tethered freestyle swimming, explaining a significant proportion of their activity limitation. It is recommended that maximal fully tethered swimming be included in Paralympic swimming classification as an objective assessment of swimming propulsion.
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Sprigle S, Huang M. Manual wheelchair propulsion cost across different components and configurations during straight and turning maneuvers. J Rehabil Assist Technol Eng 2020; 7:2055668320907819. [PMID: 32292593 PMCID: PMC7144678 DOI: 10.1177/2055668320907819] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2019] [Accepted: 01/28/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Aim Maneuvering manual wheelchairs is defined by changes in momentum. The amount of effort required to maneuver a wheelchair is dependent on many factors, some of which reflect the design and configuration of the wheelchair. Objective The objective of this study was to measure the work required to propel a manual wheelchair configured with three weight distributions, three drive wheels and four casters. Methods A novel wheelchair-propelling robot was used as the test platform to measure work while traversing two surfaces using three different maneuvers which were defined to highlight different kinetic energies and energy loss mechanisms. Results Overall, propulsion cost decreased with an increase in load on the drive wheels. Pneumatic drive wheels exhibited lower propulsion costs compared to a solid tire. Two casters, a 4″ dia × 1.5″ and a 5″ dia × 1″, exhibited better overall performance compared to 5″ dia × 1.5″ solid and 6″ dia × 1″ pneumatic casters. Discussion The results indicate that drive wheel load and types of drive wheels and casters impact propulsion cost and their influences differ across maneuvers and surfaces. The approach is well suited to assess equivalency in components and configurations. Assessment of performance equivalency would empower clinicians and users with important knowledge when selecting components.
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- Stephen Sprigle
- Rehabilitation Engineering and Applied Research Lab, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of Colorado Denver, Denver, CO, USA
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Actuation remains a significant challenge in soft robotics. Actuation by light has important advantages: Objects can be actuated from a distance, distinct frequencies can be used to actuate and control distinct modes with minimal interference, and significant power can be transmitted over long distances through corrosion-free, lightweight fiber optic cables. Photochemical processes that directly convert photons to configurational changes are particularly attractive for actuation. Various works have reported light-induced actuation with liquid crystal elastomers combined with azobenzene photochromes. We present a simple modeling framework and a series of examples that study actuation by light. Of particular interest is the generation of cyclic or periodic motion under steady illumination. We show that this emerges as a result of a coupling between light absorption and deformation. As the structure absorbs light and deforms, the conditions of illumination change, and this, in turn, changes the nature of further deformation. This coupling can be exploited in either closed structures or with structural instabilities to generate cyclic motion.
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Awad LN, Kudzia P, Revi DA, Ellis TD, Walsh CJ. Walking faster and farther with a soft robotic exosuit: Implications for post-stroke gait assistance and rehabilitation. IEEE Open J Eng Med Biol 2020; 1:108-115. [PMID: 33748765 PMCID: PMC7971412 DOI: 10.1109/ojemb.2020.2984429] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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Objective: Soft robotic exosuits can improve the mechanics and energetics of walking after stroke. Building on this prior work, we evaluated the effects of the first prototype of a portable soft robotic exosuit. Methods: Exosuit-induced changes in the overground walking speed, distance, and energy expenditure of individuals post-stroke were evaluated statistically and compared to minimal clinically important difference scores. Results: Compared to walking without the exosuit worn, the \documentclass[12pt]{minimal}
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- Louis N Awad
- College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College, Boston University, Boston, MA.,Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA.,Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
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- Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
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- College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College, Boston University, Boston, MA.,Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA.,Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
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- College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College, Boston University, Boston, MA
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- Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA.,Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
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Cohen RCZ, Cleary PW, Mason BR, Pease DL. Studying the effects of asymmetry on freestyle swimming using smoothed particle hydrodynamics. Comput Methods Biomech Biomed Engin 2020; 23:271-284. [PMID: 32054321 DOI: 10.1080/10255842.2020.1718663] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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The use of asymmetrical strokes is common in freestyle swimming because of breathing and strength laterality. In this study, the asymmetrical freestyle swimming performance of a male elite level swimmer who breathed every second arm stroke (unilaterally) was investigated. A laser body scan and multi-angle video footage of the athlete were used to generate a swimming biomechanical model. This model was then used in a Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) fluid simulation of swimming through a virtual pool. The results from this study enabled the kinematic asymmetry to be related to the consequential fluid dynamic asymmetry. The intra-cyclic fluctuations in the streamwise forces and speed were also examined. Hand angles of attack were compared along with the lift and drag contributions of the hands to generating the streamwise thrust. From this study, connections between asymmetry and the resultant swimming performance were identified.
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- Aquatic Testing, Training and Research Unit, Australian Institute of Sport, Bruce, ACT, Australia
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- Aquatic Testing, Training and Research Unit, Australian Institute of Sport, Bruce, ACT, Australia
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de la Asunción-Nadal V, Jurado-Sánchez B, Vázquez L, Escarpa A. Magnetic Fields Enhanced the Performance of Tubular Dichalcogenide Micromotors at Low Hydrogen Peroxide Levels. Chemistry 2019; 25:13157-13163. [PMID: 31390485 DOI: 10.1002/chem.201902368] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2019] [Revised: 07/22/2019] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Propulsion at the microscale has attracted significant research interest. In this work, a numerical simulation to explain the speed boost of up to 34 % experienced by transition metal dichalcogenides (TMD) based micromotors under the effect of applied magnetic fields is described. The simulations show that, when an external magnetic field is applied, the flow regime changes from turbulent to laminar. This causes an increase in the residence time of the fuel over the catalyst surface, which enhances the oxygen production. The more efficient generation and growth of the bubbles lead to an increase of the capillary force exerted by them. Interestingly, the effect is more pronounced as the level of fuel decrease. The validity of the model is also proven by comparing both theoretical and experimental results. Interestingly, the speed enhancement in magnetic mode depends on geometrical factors only, as a similar phenomenon was observed in a variety of microjets with a variable surface roughness. The understanding of such phenomena will open new avenues for understanding and controlling the motion behavior of high-towing-force catalytic micromotors.
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- Víctor de la Asunción-Nadal
- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Alcalá, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Alcalá, Madrid, Spain.,Chemical Research Institute "Andres M. Del Rio", University of Alcalá, Madrid, Spain
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- Materials Science Factory, Institute of Materials Science of, Madrid (ICMM-CSIC), Cantoblanco, 28049, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Alcalá, Madrid, Spain.,Chemical Research Institute "Andres M. Del Rio", University of Alcalá, Madrid, Spain
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Sutherland KR, Gemmell BJ, Colin SP, Costello JH. Maneuvering Performance in the Colonial Siphonophore, Nanomia bijuga. Biomimetics (Basel) 2019; 4:biomimetics4030062. [PMID: 31491890 PMCID: PMC6784285 DOI: 10.3390/biomimetics4030062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2019] [Revised: 08/16/2019] [Accepted: 08/20/2019] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The colonial cnidarian, Nanomia bijuga, is highly proficient at moving in three-dimensional space through forward swimming, reverse swimming and turning. We used high speed videography, particle tracking, and particle image velocimetry (PIV) with frame rates up to 6400 s-1 to study the kinematics and fluid mechanics of N. bijuga during turning and reversing. N. bijuga achieved turns with high maneuverability (mean length-specific turning radius, R/L = 0.15 ± 0.10) and agility (mean angular velocity, ω = 104 ± 41 deg. s-1). The maximum angular velocity of N. bijuga, 215 deg. s-1, exceeded that of many vertebrates with more complex body forms and neurocircuitry. Through the combination of rapid nectophore contraction and velum modulation, N. bijuga generated high speed, narrow jets (maximum = 1063 ± 176 mm s-1; 295 nectophore lengths s-1) and thrust vectoring, which enabled high speed reverse swimming (maximum = 134 ± 28 mm s-1; 37 nectophore lengths s-1) that matched previously reported forward swimming speeds. A 1:1 ratio of forward to reverse swimming speed has not been recorded in other swimming organisms. Taken together, the colonial architecture, simple neurocircuitry, and tightly controlled pulsed jets by N. bijuga allow for a diverse repertoire of movements. Considering the further advantages of scalability and redundancy in colonies, N. bijuga is a model system for informing underwater propulsion and navigation of complex environments.
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- Kelly R Sutherland
- Oregon Institute of Marine Biology, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97402, USA.
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- Department of Integrative Biology, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL 33620, USA
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- Whitman Center, Marine Biological Laboratory, Woods Hole, MA 02543, USA
- Marine Biology/Environmental Sciences, Roger Williams University, Bristol, RI 02809, USA
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- Whitman Center, Marine Biological Laboratory, Woods Hole, MA 02543, USA
- Biology Department, Providence College, Providence, RI 02908, USA
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Due to the detrimental influence of unnecessary mass on performance, racing wheelchair instrumentation used in both competition assessment and research is currently limited. Attaining key kinetic parameters of propulsion can enhance technique and provide athletes with a competitive advantage. This research examined the plausibility of inertial measurement units (IMUs) to estimate propulsion forces, during a simulated wheelchair race start and training. Start propulsion data calculated from an IMU system was compared to reference force plate data; steady state motion data was compared with existing literature. Some agreement in kinetic parameters between IMU data was observed under steady state motion, with data from athletes following a linear force-velocity relationship. In this context, it is important to identify that this cannot be directly compared to the existing literature due to the different methods of force measurement and the lack of data for similar force measurements using IMUs. IMUs were ineffective when used with wheelchairs having spoked wheels. Performance was best for measurements in the direction of motion. Although exact agreement was not observed, the IMU can provide an effective tool in the in-field assessment of propulsion kinetics.
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- Amy R Lewis
- a School of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty Of Engineering Computer & Math Sciences, The University of Adelaide , Adelaide , South Australia , Australia.,b Movement Science, Australian Institute of Sport , Bruce , Australian Capital Territory , Australia
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- b Movement Science, Australian Institute of Sport , Bruce , Australian Capital Territory , Australia
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- a School of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty Of Engineering Computer & Math Sciences, The University of Adelaide , Adelaide , South Australia , Australia
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- a School of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty Of Engineering Computer & Math Sciences, The University of Adelaide , Adelaide , South Australia , Australia
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- b Movement Science, Australian Institute of Sport , Bruce , Australian Capital Territory , Australia
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- c Innovation, Research and Development, Australian Institute of Sport , Bruce , Australian Capital Territory , Australia
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