Lower Extremity Biomechanics and Pathologies

Lower Extremity Biomechanics and Pathologies is a research topic within Biomedical Engineering. Science Explorer counts 34k research works in it since 1950. 9.9% of them reached the world's top 10% most cited for their field and year.

This cluster of papers focuses on the biomechanical aspects of running-related injuries, particularly related to foot strike patterns, patellofemoral pain syndrome, hip strength, stress fractures, and gait analysis. It explores the influence of abnormal hip mechanics, altered lower-extremity kinematics, and intrinsic risk factors for the development of anterior knee pain in athletes. Additionally, it delves into the anatomy and biomechanics of the medial patellofemoral ligament and the role of impact forces and foot pronation in injury mechanisms.

• Running Injuries
• Biomechanics
• Foot Strike Patterns
• Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
• Hip Strength
• Kinematics
• Stress Fractures
• Gait Analysis
• Medial Patellofemoral Ligament
• Muscle Activation