Introducing an Austrian backpack in Spain
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DOI: 10.1007/s13209-022-00263-x
Abstract: In an overlapping generations economy with incomplete insurance markets, the introduction of an employment fund—akin to the one introduced in Austria in 2003, also known as ‘Austrian backpack’—can enhance production efficiency and social welfare. It… read more here.
Keywords: spain; backpack; economy; tax ... See more keywords
Changes of lumbosacral joint compression force profile when walking caused by backpack loads.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.humov.2019.04.006
Abstract: Walking with backpack loads induces additional mechanical stress on the spine and has been identified as a risk factor of lower-back pain. This study evaluated the effects of walking with backpack loads on the lumbosacral… read more here.
Keywords: backpack; backpack loads; force; compression force ... See more keywords
Optimization of backpack loads using gait parameters in school boys.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2020.11.014
Abstract: BACKGROUND Backpacks are an efficient way of manual carriage used by people of all ages, and is commonly used by schoolchildren. Carrying heavy backpacks may result in cumulative trauma later in life due to biomechanical… read more here.
Keywords: optimization backpack; backpack; backpack loads; loads using ... See more keywords
A backpack-based myeloid cell therapy for multiple sclerosis.
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DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2221535120
Abstract: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an incurable autoimmune disease and is currently treated by systemic immunosuppressants with off-target side effects. Although aberrant myeloid function is often observed in MS plaques in the central nervous system (CNS),… read more here.
Keywords: myeloid cell; multiple sclerosis; backpack; myeloid ... See more keywords
The effect of backpack weight on the performance of basic short-term/working memory tasks while walking along a pre-determined route
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DOI: 10.1080/00140139.2022.2075941
Abstract: Abstract This study investigated possible backpack weight effects on the performance of three basic short-term/working memory (STM/WM) tasks conducted concurrently with the physical task of route walking. The STM/WM tasks were the Corsi block-tapping, digit… read more here.
Keywords: performance; backpack weight; basic short; backpack ... See more keywords
Design of Solar Powered Charging Backpack
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DOI: 10.11591/ijpeds.v9n2.pp848-858
Abstract: This paper demonstrated a step by step process in designing a solar powered charging backpack that is capable of charging a mobile phone efficiently. A selection of existing products available on the market were reviewed… read more here.
Keywords: backpack; solar powered; powered charging; design solar ... See more keywords
EXPRESS: Mind your heart to bear the weight: Cardiac interoception predicts action-related visual perception when wearing a heavy backpack.
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DOI: 10.1177/17470218221145932
Abstract: Visual perception can be modulated by the physiological potential for action. For instance, it was famously shown that a geographical slant appears steeper when wearing a heavy backpack than not wearing any. However, those results… read more here.
Keywords: interoception; visual perception; wearing heavy; action ... See more keywords
Effects of School-Based Educational Program on Backpack Carrying Behavior in Teenage Students
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DOI: 10.1177/21501319221086251
Abstract: One of the most serious issues is the growing prevalence of backaches among adolescent students as a result of carrying backpacks. The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of an education program… read more here.
Keywords: adolescent students; program; group; backpack carrying ... See more keywords
Gait asymmetry and rating of perceived exertion: How are they influenced by carrying a backpack and pulling a trolley?
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DOI: 10.3233/wor-192926
Abstract: BACKGROUND Carrying a backpack and pulling a school trolley have been previously related to changes in spatiotemporal gait parameters. OBJECTIVE Analyze gait asymmetry and rating of perceived exertion carrying a backpack and pulling a trolley… read more here.
Keywords: backpack pulling; pulling trolley; backpack; carrying backpack ... See more keywords
Usability and effects on gait of an optimized schoolchildren backpack.
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DOI: 10.3233/wor-210261
Abstract: BACKGROUND Backpacks used by children is a global concern, because may cause musculoskeletal discomforts and pain. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to test the usability and effects on gait kinematics wearing the Trunkpack… read more here.
Keywords: usability effects; kinematics; effects gait; backpack ... See more keywords
Protection by Ankle Brace for Lower-Extremity Joints in Half-Squat Parachuting Landing With a Backpack
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DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2021.790595
Abstract: Half-squat parachuting landing is a kind of activity with high impact force. Injuries on lower-extremity joints are common in half-squat parachuting landing and would be increased with a backpack. An ankle brace was used to… read more here.
Keywords: half squat; parachuting landing; ankle brace; backpack ... See more keywords