Effects of footstrike on low back posture, shock attenuation, and comfort in running

Presenters

Traci L. Delgado, University of Nevada, Las VegasFollow
Emilia Kubera-Shelton, University of Nevada, Las VegasFollow
Robert R. Robb, University of Nevada, Las VegasFollow
Robbin Hickman, University of Nevada, Las VegasFollow
Harvey Wallmann, Western Kentucky UniversityFollow
Janet Dufek, University of Nevada, Las VegasFollow

Location

UNLV Moyer Student Union 208

Start Date

16-4-2013 12:30 PM

End Date

16-4-2013 2:30 PM

Description

To determine if a change from rearfoot strike (RFS) to forefoot strike (FFS) would change lumbar lordosis, influence shock attenuation, or change comfort levels in healthy recreational/experienced runners.

Keywords

Foot – Movements; Human mechanics; Runners (Sports); Running shoes

Disciplines

Biomechanics | Exercise Science | Kinesiology | Musculoskeletal System | Sports Sciences

Language

English

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