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Gait Posture
December 2024
Department of Sport Biomechanics and Motor Behavior, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, Iran. Electronic address:
Background: Altered muscle activity during gait can change the function of the musculoskeletal system and increase the risk of injury. This systematic review and meta-analysis study aimed to investigate the effect of wearing heeled shoes during gait on muscle activity.
Research Question: Does wearing different heeled shoes (low: 1.
J Athl Train
December 2024
Musculoskeletal Adaptations to Aging and eXercise (MAAX) Laboratory, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK, USA.
A female NCAA Division I track athlete experienced non-localized shin pain midway through her first season, which was diagnosed as medial tibial stress syndrome. Treatments included strengthening and range of motion exercises, reduced training volume, and pain control modalities, but symptoms worsened. It was revealed she had been suffering from severe sleep deprivation (<3 hours/night) contributing to bilateral tibial and fibular stress reactions.
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December 2024
Department of Rehabilitation Science, Clinic for Rehabilitation Muenster, Groeben 700, Muenster 6232, Austria.
Background: The number of patients with neurological disorders and severe disability is increasing globally. These patients often need help with positioning and the amount of support varies with their level of impairment. High rates of work-related musculoskeletal disorders are observed among healthcare professionals (HCP) with patient contact due to injuries during manual handling.
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December 2024
Amsterdam UMC location University of Amsterdam, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Background: Knee injuries are common among elite intercounty Gaelic games players (collectively GAA players).
Aims: The primary aim was to examine knee pain, function, and quality of life in retired elite male GAA players. Secondary objectives were to (i) report the incidence of previous knee surgery and total knee replacement, (ii) assess medication usage, and (iii) investigate any associations between a history of knee injury and/or knee surgery and knee pain, function, and quality of life among retired elite male GAA players.
Sports (Basel)
December 2024
Department of Biomedical Sciences for Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, Via Giuseppe Colombo 71, 20133 Milan, Italy.
Advanced footwear technology (AFT) has gained popularity among non-elite runners due to its potential benefits in training and competition. This study investigated the training practices and reported outcomes in non-elite runners using AFT. A cross-sectional observational study was conducted with 61 non-elite runners competing in distances ranging from 5 km to marathons.
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