Effect of augmented feedback on classical ballet jump kinematics: A single-blind randomized controlled trial.

Background: Augmented feedback strategies have been demonstrated to enhance jump-related biomechanics. Nevertheless, its effect on classical ballet is still unknown. The purpose of this study was to investigate whether a multimodal augmented feedback session is effective for improving lower limb and trunk kinematics during a classical ballet single-leg jump.

Association of Proximal and Distal Factors With Lower Limb Kinematics During a Classical Ballet Jump.

Context: Excessive dynamic lower limb misalignment may predispose ballet dancers to jump-related injuries. However, it is unknown whether proximal and distal factors influence this movement pattern. The aim of this study was to investigate whether hip abduction strength, foot alignment, and ankle dorsiflexion range of motion (ROM) are associated with peak angles of hip adduction and internal rotation and knee abduction during the preparation and landing phases of a classical ballet jump.

Are Altered Kinematics in Runners With Patellofemoral Pain Sex Specific?

Background: Altered kinematics have been frequently observed in runners with patellofemoral pain (PFP), and few studies have aimed to understand the influence of sex on kinematics of this population. The aim of this study was to investigate whether altered hip and knee kinematics in runners with PFP are sex specific.

Hypothesis: Kinematics will be different between female and male runners with and without PFP.

Adding muscle power exercises to a strength training program for people with patellofemoral pain: protocol of a randomized controlled trial.

Background: Strong evidence supports the proximal combined with quadriceps strengthening for patellofemoral pain (PFP) rehabilitation. However, most reported rehabilitation programs do not follow specific exercise prescription recommendations or do not provide adequate details for replication in clinical practice. Furthermore, people with PFP have power deficits in hip and knee muscles and it remains unknown whether the addition of power exercises would result in superior or more consistent outcomes.

Are hip and knee kinematics and training load characteristics relate to pain intensity and physical function level in runners with Patellofemoral Pain?

Background: Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is the most common running-related injury. Altered hip and knee kinematics and increases in weekly distance and running pace are often associated with PFP development and exacerbation.

Research Question: Are altered movements and training load characteristics (weekly distance and running pace) relate to pain intensity or physical function level in runners with PFP?

Methods: Forty recreational runners with PFP (20 males and 20 females) participated in this cross-sectional observational study.

Relationship between rearfoot, tibia and femur kinematics in runners with and without patellofemoral pain.

Background: Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is the most common running overuse injury. Excessive rearfoot eversion is commonly considered as a PFP risk factor and the relationship between ankle-foot complex movement and lower limb may be involved with this dysfunction. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the correlation between rearfoot eversion with tibia and femur kinematics in frontal and transverse planes during running in individuals with and without PFP.