Ultrasound-derived changes in thickness of human ankle plantar flexor muscles during walking and running are not homogeneous along the muscle mid-belly region
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-019-51510-4
Abstract: Skeletal muscle thickness is a valuable indicator of several aspects of a muscle’s functional capabilities. We used computational analysis of ultrasound images, recorded from 10 humans walking and running at a range of speeds (0.7–5.0 m s−1),… read more here.
Keywords: walking running; muscle; ankle plantar; muscle thickness ... See more keywords
Do footfall patterns in forefoot runners change over an exhaustive run?
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DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2016.1156726
Abstract: ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to investigate possible footfall pattern changes in habitual forefoot runners over a prolonged, exhaustive run. A prolonged run was performed to exhaustion in 14 habitual forefoot runners. Vertical… read more here.
Keywords: run; forefoot runners; exhaustive run; ankle plantar ... See more keywords
Hip abductor, trunk extensor and ankle plantar flexor endurance in females with and without patellofemoral pain.
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DOI: 10.3233/bmr-150505
Abstract: BACKGROUND Previous studies have reported strength deficit in hip abduction, extension and external rotation in females with patellofemoral pain (PFP) when compared with healthy control; however, there is conflicting evidence for a decrease in hip… read more here.
Keywords: ankle plantar; endurance; trunk extensor; hip ... See more keywords