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Biomechanics of Human Movement: Principles, Applications, and Innovations

A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Applied Biosciences and Bioengineering".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 March 2026 | Viewed by 103

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Department of Bioinformatics and Telemedicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
Interests: body biomechanics; computational medicine; bioinformatics; biostatistics; rehabilitation

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Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue seeks high-quality contributions that advance our understanding of the fundamental principles of human movement and their translation into practical applications. We welcome original research articles, systematic reviews, methodological papers, and innovative case studies that address the complexity of human locomotion, posture, and motor control across a wide spectrum of contexts.

Submissions should clearly articulate their scientific rationale, employ rigorous experimental or computational methods, and provide evidence-based insights with relevance to biomechanics, rehabilitation, sports performance, ergonomics, or assistive technology. Articles may focus on experimental biomechanics, neuromuscular modeling, wearable sensor applications, or human–machine interaction, but should demonstrate novelty and a clear contribution to the field.

We particularly encourage interdisciplinary work that bridges engineering, clinical sciences, and applied physiology, as well as manuscripts that highlight innovation in simulation, motion analysis, and the real-world applications of biomechanical principles. Submissions should also reflect a strong commitment to transparency, reproducibility, and ethical standards in research.

Ultimately, accepted articles will be those that not only deepen theoretical understanding but also suggest pathways toward meaningful innovations in health, performance, and technology for human posture and movement.

Dr. Monika Piwowar
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Keywords

  • human posture and movement biomechanics
  • rehabilitation and assistive technology
  • sports performance and injury prevention
  • human–machine interaction
  • neuromuscular modeling

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Pressure Force in the Upper Ankle Joint
by Jacek Marek Dygut and Monika Weronika Piwowar
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(20), 11230; https://doi.org/10.3390/app152011230 - 20 Oct 2025
Abstract
Background: This paper concerns the study of forces acting on the upper ankle joint of a human in static and quasi-dynamic positions. This paper aimed to determine the pressure forces on the axis of the upper ankle joint in the position of the [...] Read more.
Background: This paper concerns the study of forces acting on the upper ankle joint of a human in static and quasi-dynamic positions. This paper aimed to determine the pressure forces on the axis of the upper ankle joint in the position of the body tilting forward and backward, as well as in a neutral position. Methods: A model with designated centres of gravity (including and excluding the weight of the platform imitating the foot) and the point of gravity imitating the proximal insertion of the triceps surae and tibialis anterior muscles was developed for this study. The forces and the weight of the tilted object were measured using dynamometers. A method for determining the arms of gravitational forces and the angle of inclination of an object is presented. The function describing the distribution of gravitational loading along its tilting part was described. Next, all measurements and calculations were referred to the human body. Results: Measurements of muscle force, body gravity, the arms of these forces, and the angles of the object’s inclination on the axis of rotation are presented. A methodology for determining the pressure force on the human upper ankle joint axis is presented. The distribution of the value of the pressure force and its components from the maximal forward, through the vertical body position, up to the maximal backward position of the body tilt, is provided. Conclusions: The ankle joint pressure force is the vector sum of the force of gravity and the force of the muscle counteracting the body tilt. This force is the smallest in the vertical body position and increases with the body tilt. It reaches 5.23 times the weight of the tilting part of the body when the body is tilted to its maximum forward position, and 3.57 times the weight when the body tilts backward. Regardless of the direction of the body tilt, the joint pressure vector always runs through the axis of the upper ankle joint. Full article
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