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Biomechanics of postural control in young adult and elderly

Aging on the neuromotor system conduces to alterations on postural control, which predisposes to falls and injuries. This concern causes an important social and economic problem, especially considering the progressive aging of the population and the increase in the life expectancy of the last decades. Therefore, it is extremely important to understand the functioning of the postural system and its alterations w...

Jointforces and torques when walking in shallow water

Age-related difference on weight transfer during unconstrained standing

EEFE estuda desempenho de idosos em corrida de longas distâncias [Depoimento a ...

Selective activation of the rectus abdominis muscle during low-intensity and fa...

Evaluation of alternative techinical markers for the pelvic coordinate system

Postural assessment software (PAS/SAPO): validation and reliabiliy

OBJECTIVE: This study was designed to estimate the accuracy of the postural assessment software (PAS/SAPO) for measurement of corporal angles and distances as well as the inter- and intra-rater reliabilities. INTRODUCTION: Postural assessment software was developed as a subsidiary tool for postural assessment. It is easy to use and available in the public domain. Nonetheless, validation studies are lacking. MET...

Biomechanical characteristics of elderly individuals walking on land and in water

Efeito da posição relativa do joelho sobre a carga mecânica interna durante o a...