Biomechanics of Aging
A special issue of Life (ISSN 2075-1729). This special issue belongs to the section "Physiology and Pathology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 26 February 2026 | Viewed by 27
Special Issue Editors
Interests: biomechanics; kinematics; kinetics; electromyography; mathematical modeling; artificial intelligence
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are pleased to announce a Special Issue focused on the biomechanics of aging. This Special Issue aims to highlight the latest research and advancements in understanding how biomechanical factors influence the aging process and related conditions.
The field of biomechanics plays a crucial role in understanding the musculoskeletal changes, mobility limitations, and increased risk of falls associated with aging. A deeper understanding of these biomechanical changes can inform the development of interventions and strategies to promote healthy aging and improve older adults’ quality of life.
This Special Issue aims to emphasize the biomechanical aspects of aging, including but not limited to the study of musculoskeletal biomechanics, gait analysis, balance control, and the impact of interventions such as exercise and assistive devices.
Potential topics include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Biomechanical changes in muscle, bone, and joints with aging;
- Gait and balance biomechanics in older adults;
- Role of biomechanics in fall and injury prevention;
- Effects of exercise and physical activity on the biomechanics of aging;
- Biomechanical analysis of assistive devices and technologies for older adults;
- Computational modeling of musculoskeletal aging;
- Influence of age-related diseases (e.g., osteoarthritis, osteoporosis) on biomechanics;
- Rehabilitation biomechanics for older populations.
Dr. Márcio Fagundes Goethel
Dr. Filipa Sousa
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- aging
- biomechanics
- musculoskeletal
- gait
- balance
- falls
- exercise
- assistive devices
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