Biomechanics, Volume 5, Issue 3

Background. In taekwondo (TKD), high-intensity actions—particularly kicks and rapid changes of direction—are key determinants of sport-specific performance. Kinetic vari-ables derived from unloaded countermovement jumps (CMJs) are employe...

Background: Cluster sets (CSs) maintain velocity and power in compound movements by employing similar propulsion strategies or maintaining impulse through different mechanisms. This study aimed to explore the effect of four CS conditions on back squa...

Background/Objectives: this study describes the development of a novel three-dimensional electrogoniometer for the quantitative assessment of knee mobility and stability during gait. The primary objective is to determine whether real-time measurement...

Multiple-hops performed horizontally in series effectively assess return-to-play readiness, as they mimic the propulsive and decelerative demands of sports. Movement strategy variables (kinetic variables) offer more insight into injury recovery than...

Background: Increased hip-flexion gait (HFgait) has been shown to promote increased aerobic demands by increasing peak swing-phase hip-flexion angles while walking at comfortable speeds. Biomechanically, HFgait produces a gait pattern similar to walk...

Background/Objectives: Multiple sclerosis (MS) often leads to gait impairments, even in early stages, and can affect autonomy and quality of life. Traditional assessment methods, while widely used, have been criticized because they lack sensitivity t...

Limb amputation causes significant challenges for patients in achieving effective mobility and functionality through prosthetic limbs. The prosthetic socket plays a pivotal role in the success of rehabilitation. This review explores the current advan...

Background/Objectives: In recent years, 3D shape models of the human body have been used for various purposes. In principle, CT and MRI tomographic images are necessary to create such models. However, CT imaging and MRI generally impose heavy physica...

Concurrent cognitive tasks, such as avoiding visual, auditory, chemical, and electrical hazards, and concurrent motor tasks, such as load carriage, are prevalent in ergonomic settings. Trips are extremely common in the workplace, leading to fatal and...

Background/Objectives: In soccer, scanning before receiving the ball helps players better perceive and interpret their surroundings, enabling faster and more effective passes. Despite its importance, no standardized tests currently incorporate scanni...

Background/Objectives: Sprinting is a fundamental locomotor skill and a key indicator of lower limb strength and anaerobic power in early childhood. The aim of the study was to examine possible differences in the step kinematic parameters and their c...

Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of four working heights on lumbar biomechanics during wall construction tasks, focusing on work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). Methods: Fifteen young male participants performed...

Current rehabilitation protocols for transitioning patients to late-stage recovery, evaluating return-to-play (RTP) clearance, and assessing tendon characteristics exhibit significant heterogeneity. Clinicians frequently interpret and apply research...

Background: The knee joint performs a vital function in human movement, supporting significant loads and ensuring stability during daily activities. Methods: The objective of this study was to develop and validate a subject-specific framework to mode...

Background/Objectives: Vertical jump is considered a reliable and valid method of assessing the level of muscular power and coordination across one’s lifespan. The main aim of the present study was to establish sex- and age-normative data for v...

Background/Objectives: The simulation of human movement offers transformative potential for the design of medical devices, particularly in understanding the cause–effect dynamics in individuals with neurological or musculoskeletal impairments....

It is well established that combining exercise with medication may benefit functionality in individuals with PD (Parkinson’s disease). However, the long-term evolution of gait biomechanics under this combination remains poorly understood. Objec...

Background: This study was performed to validate the addition of capacitive-based pressure sensors to an existing smart sock developed by the research team. This study focused on evaluating the accuracy of soft robotic sensor (SRS) pressure data and...

Background/Objectives: Australian terrestrial mammals that fall within the critical weight range (35 g–5.5 kg) have experienced large population declines due to a combination of habitat loss and modification, and the introduction of non-native...

Background/Objectives: This study focuses on the motion planning and control of an active ankle–foot orthosis (AFO) that leverages biomechanical insights to mitigate footdrop, a deficit that prevents safe toe clearance during walking. Methods:...

Background/Objectives: Plyometric training is a method of increasing soccer performance which leverages the muscle stretch-shortening cycle. This study aimed to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of plyometric training in prepubertal soccer player...

Background/Objectives: The objective of this study was to compare muscular strength and neuromuscular activation characteristics between male gymnasts and physical education (PE) students during isometric shoulder extension and flexion tasks. Methods...

Background/Objectives: Body stability plays a decisive role in archery, particularly during the aiming phase. A systematic review was conducted, in accordance with PRISMA guidelines, to critically examine the existing evidence on the association betw...

Background/Objectives: Artificial tendons offer an alternative to biological tendon grafts and may restore normative biomechanical functions in humans and animals suffering segmental or complete tendon loss. The aim of this study was to quantify move...

Background: Arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MTP1) is a common intervention for hallux rigidus (HR). The procedure eliminates MTP1 motion but results in significant pain relief and high satisfaction rates, although MTP1 is eliminat...

Flexed and tensed arm (FTA) circumference is a fundamental anthropometric measurement for determining the mesomorphic component in somatotype. This study examined the impact of contralateral limb opposition (+OP) on arm circumference measurement and...

Background/Objectives: This study evaluated the reliability and validity of three methods to measure jump height during countermovement jumps performed with (CMJ_AS) and without (CMJ_NAS) arm swing: (1) an impulse–momentum method with force platf...

Background/Objectives: Walking coordination is crucial for maintaining independence and quality of life, but it is significantly affected by aging and cognitive decline. This study investigates how age and cognitive status relate to lower limb coordi...