This week's literature search for biomech* or locomot*.
Young-Hui Chang
School of Applied Physiology
Georgia Institute of Technology
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***ISSUE ALERT***: The following journal is featuring several
articles on the biomechanics of cells and tissues:
Journal of Applied Physiology 98(5)
CARDIOVASCULAR/CARDIOPULMONARY
Fiorentini, C., S. Mattioli, F. Graziosi, R. Bonfiglioli, T. J.
Armstrong and F. S. Violante (2005). "Occupational relevance of
subclavian vein thrombosis in association with thoracic outlet
syndrome." Scandinavian Journal of Work Environment & Health 31(2):
160-163.
Haselgrove, J. C. and M. A. Fogel (2005). "Application of spatial
modulation of magnetization (SPAMM) to children: the effect of image
resolution on tagging pattern." Journal of Cardiovascular Magnetic
Resonance 7(2): 433-440.
CELLULAR/SUBCELLULAR
Sieck, G. C. (2005). "Biomechanics and mechanotransduction in cells
and tissues - Commentary." Journal of Applied Physiology 98(5):
1891-1891.
Pizzo, A. M., K. Kokini, L. C. Vaughn, B. Z. Waisner and S. L.
Voytik-Harbin (2005). "Extracellular matrix (ECM) microstructural
composition regulates local cell-ECM biomechanics and fundamental
fibroblast behavior: a multidimensional perspective." Journal of
Applied Physiology 98(5): 1909-1921.
Suki, B., S. Ito, D. Stamenovic, K. R. Lutchen and E. P. Ingenito
(2005). "Biomechanics of the lung parenchyma: critical roles of
collagen and mechanical forces." Journal of Applied Physiology 98(5):
1892-1899.
Yap, B. and R. D. Kamm (2005). "Mechanical deformation of neutrophils
into narrow channels induces pseudopod projection and changes in
biomechanical properties." Journal of Applied Physiology 98(5):
1930-1939.
COMPARATIVE/EVOLUTION
Bailey, D. M. and I. A. Johnston (2005). "Scallop swimming kinematics
and muscle performance: Modelling the effects of "within-animal''
variation in temperature sensitivity." Marine and Freshwater
Behaviour and Physiology 38(1): 1-19.
Evans, A. R. and G. D. Sanson (2005). "Correspondence between tooth
shape and dietary biomechanical properties in insectivorous
microchiropterans." Evolutionary Ecology Research 7(3): 453-478.
Lingham-Soliar, T. (2005). "Caudal fin in the white shark,
Carcharodon carcharias (Lamnidae): A dynamic propeller for fast,
efficient swimming." Journal of Morphology 264(2): 233-252.
DENTAL/ORAL
Atai, M., D. C. Watts and Z. Atai (2005). "Shrinkage strain-rates of
dental resin-monomer and composite systems." Biomaterials 26(24):
5015-5020.
ERGONOMICS/REHAB
Arinzon, Z., Z. Fidelman, A. Zuta, A. Peisakh and Y. N. Berner
(2005). "Functional recovery after hip fracture in old-old elderly
patients." Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics 40(3): 327-336.
GAIT/LOCOMOTION
Dickstein, R., S. Ufaz, A. Dunsky, S. Nadeau and N. Abulaffio (2005).
"Speed-dependent deviations from a straight-ahead path during forward
locomotion in healthy individuals." American Journal of Physical
Medicine & Rehabilitation 84(5): 330-337.
Marigold, D. S. and A. E. Patla "Adapting locomotion to different
surface compliances: neuromuscular responses and changes in movement
dynamics." Journal of Neurophysiology.
Prilutsky, B. I., M. G. Sirota, R. J. Gregor and I. N. Beloozerova
"Quantification of motor cortex activity and full-body biomechanics
during unconstrained locomotion." Journal of Neurophysiology.
Said, C. M., P. A. Goldie, E. Culham, W. A. Sparrow, A. E. Patla and
M. E. Morris (2005). "Control of lead and trail limbs during obstacle
crossing following stroke." Physical Therapy 85(5): 413-427.
Thota, A. K., S. C. Watson, E. Knapp, B. Thompson and R. Jung (2005).
"Neuromechanical control of locomotion in the rat." Journal of
Neurotrauma 22(4): 442-465.
HAND/FINGER
Mittelmeier, W., S. Lehner, H. Gollwitzer, M. Hauschild, K. Werber
and E. Steinhauser (2005). "Comparing biomechanical investigations
about different wiring techniques of finger joint arthrodesis."
Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery 125(3): 145-152.
Wu, J. Z. and R. G. Dong (2005). "Analysis of the contact
interactions between fingertips and objects with different surface
curvatures." Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers
Part H-Journal of Engineering in Medicine 219(H2): 89-103.
JOINTS
Senavongse, W. and A. A. Amis (2005). "The effects of articular,
retinacular, or muscular deficiencies on patellofemoral joint
stability - A biomechanical study in vitro." Journal of Bone and
Joint Surgery-British Volume 87B(4): 577-582.
METHODS
Lind, N. M., M. Vinther, R. P. Hemmingsen and A. K. Hansen (2005).
"Validation of a digital video tracking system for recording pig
locomotor behaviour." Journal of Neuroscience Methods 143(2): 123-132.
Saweeres, E. S. B., J. H. Kuiper, R. O. Evans, J. B. Richardson and
S. H. White (2005). "Predicting in vivo clinical performance of
anterior cruciate ligament fixation methods from in vitro analysis -
Industrial tests of fatigue life and tolerance limits are more useful
than other cyclic loading parameters." American Journal of Sports
Medicine 33(5): 666-673.
Yen, K., M. Sonnenschein, M. J. Thali, C. Ozdoba, J. Weis, K.
Zwygart, E. Aghayev, C. Jackowski and R. Dirnhofer (2005).
"Postmortem multislice computed tomography and magnetic resonance
imaging of odontoid fractures, atlantoaxial distractions and
ascending medullary edema." International Journal of Legal Medicine
119(3): 129-136.
MUSCLE
Vereecke, E. E., K. D'Aout, R. Payne and P. Aerts (2005). "Functional
analysis of the foot and ankle myology of gibbons and bonobos."
Journal of Anatomy 206(5): 453-476.
NEURAL
Lafreniere-Roula, M. and D. A. McCrea "Deletions of rhythmic
motoneuron activity during fictive locomotion and scratch provide
clues to the organization of the mammalian central pattern
generator." Journal of Neurophysiology.
Liu, J. and L. M. Jordan "Stimulation of the parapyramidal region of
the neonatal rat brainstem produces locomotor-like activity involving
spinal 5-HT7 and 5-HT2A receptors." Journal of Neurophysiology.
McFadyen-Leussis, M. P. and S. C. Heinrichs (2005). "Seizure-prone
EL/Suz mice exhibit physical and motor delays and heightened
locomotor activity in response to novelty during development."
Epilepsy & Behavior 6(3): 312-319.
Mentis, G. Z., F. J. Alvarez, A. Bonnot, D. S. Richards, D.
Gonzalez-Forero, R. Zerda and M. J. O'Donovan "Noncholinergic
excitatory actions of motoneurons in the neonatal mammalian spinal
cord." Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United
States of America.
O'Donovan, M. J., A. Bonnot, P. Wenner and G. Z. Mentis (2005).
"Calcium imaging of network function in the developing spinal cord."
Cell Calcium 37(5): 443-450.
OCULAR
Ikeda, H., R. Blake and K. Watanabe (2005). "Eccentric perception of
biological motion is unscalably poor." Vision Research 45(15):
1935-1943.
ORTHOPAEDICS
Cobb, J. P., N. Ashwood, G. Robbins, J. D. Witt, P. S. Unwin and G.
Blunn (2005). "Triplate fixation - A new technique in limb-salvage
surgery." Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery-British Volume 87B(4):
534-539.
Iesaka, K., F. J. Kummer and P. E. Di Cesare (2005). "Stress risers
between two ipsilateral intramedullary stems - A finite-element and
biomechanical analysis." Journal of Arthroplasty 20(3): 386-391.
Ip, D. (2005). "Premature biomechanical failure of the distal
fixation screws of the IC Nail - case report - Response."
Injury-International Journal of the Care of the Injured 36(5):
684-685.
Sankar, B. (2005). "Premature biomechanical failure of the distal
fixation screws of the IC Nail - case report." Injury-International
Journal of the Care of the Injured 36(5): 684-684.
Wu, C. C. and Z. L. Lee (2005). "Treatment of femoral shaft aseptic
nonunion associated with broken distal locked screws and shortening."
Journal of Trauma-Injury Infection and Critical Care 58(4): 837-840.
PLANT/FUNGAL
Pearcy, R. W., H. Muraoka and F. Valladares (2005). "Crown
architecture in sun and shade environments: assessing function and
trade-offs with a three-dimensional simulation model." New
Phytologist 166(3): 791-800.
POSTURE
de Graaf, M. T., J. F. Samsom, E. M. Pettersen, V. A. M. Schaaf, P.
E. M. van Schie and L. de Groot (2004). "Vestibulospinal component of
postural control (Vestibular function) in very preterm infants (25 to
27 weeks) at 3, 6, and 12 months corrected age." Journal of Child
Neurology 19(8): 614-618.
ROBOTICS
Lu, X. Y. and X. Z. Yin (2005). "Propulsive performance of a
fish-like travelling wavy wall." Acta Mechanica 175(1-4): 197-215.
Srinivasan, M. V., S. W. Zhang, J. S. Chahl, G. Stange and M. Garratt
(2004). "An overview of insect-inspired guidance for application in
ground and airborne platforms." Proceedings of the Institution of
Mechanical Engineers Part G-Journal of Aerospace Engineering 218(G6):
375-388.
SPORT/EXERCISE
Grego, F., M. Collardeau, J. M. Vallier, D. Delignieres and J.
Brisswalter (2004). "Effect of long duration exercise on the ratings
of perceived exertion and perceived difficulty of walking and running
at the ventilatory threshold." Journal of Sports Medicine and
Physical Fitness 44(4): 368-374.
TISSUE/BIOMATERIALS
Mehra, R. and M. Juneja (2005). "Fingernails as biological indices of
metal exposure." Journal of Biosciences 30(2): 253-257.
Yoneda, M., H. Terai, Y. Imai, T. Okada, K. Nozaki, H. Inoue, S.
Miyamoto and K. Takaoka (2005). "Repair of an intercalated long bone
defect with a synthetic biodegradable bone-inducing implant."
Biomaterials 26(25): 5145-5152.
TRAUMA/IMPACT TESTING
Golinski, W. Z. and R. Gentle (2005). "The influence of seat back
rake on ligament loadings in rear-end impact." Proceedings of the
Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part D-Journal of Automobile
Engineering 219(D2): 197-205.
Panagiotopoulos, E., V. Kostopoulos, S. Tsantzalis, A. P. Fortis and
A. Doulalas (2005). "Impact energy absorption by specimens from the
upper end of the human femur." Injury-International Journal of the
Care of the Injured 36(5): 613-617.
VETERINARY/AGRICULTURAL
Kirsch, J. A., L. M. Dejardin, C. E. DeCamp, E. G. Meyer and R. C.
Haut (2005). "In vitro mechanical evaluation on the use of an
intramedullary pin-plate combination for pantarsal arthrodesis in
dogs." American Journal of Veterinary Research 66(1): 125-131.
Young-Hui Chang
School of Applied Physiology
Georgia Institute of Technology
--------------------
***ISSUE ALERT***: The following journal is featuring several
articles on the biomechanics of cells and tissues:
Journal of Applied Physiology 98(5)
CARDIOVASCULAR/CARDIOPULMONARY
Fiorentini, C., S. Mattioli, F. Graziosi, R. Bonfiglioli, T. J.
Armstrong and F. S. Violante (2005). "Occupational relevance of
subclavian vein thrombosis in association with thoracic outlet
syndrome." Scandinavian Journal of Work Environment & Health 31(2):
160-163.
Haselgrove, J. C. and M. A. Fogel (2005). "Application of spatial
modulation of magnetization (SPAMM) to children: the effect of image
resolution on tagging pattern." Journal of Cardiovascular Magnetic
Resonance 7(2): 433-440.
CELLULAR/SUBCELLULAR
Sieck, G. C. (2005). "Biomechanics and mechanotransduction in cells
and tissues - Commentary." Journal of Applied Physiology 98(5):
1891-1891.
Pizzo, A. M., K. Kokini, L. C. Vaughn, B. Z. Waisner and S. L.
Voytik-Harbin (2005). "Extracellular matrix (ECM) microstructural
composition regulates local cell-ECM biomechanics and fundamental
fibroblast behavior: a multidimensional perspective." Journal of
Applied Physiology 98(5): 1909-1921.
Suki, B., S. Ito, D. Stamenovic, K. R. Lutchen and E. P. Ingenito
(2005). "Biomechanics of the lung parenchyma: critical roles of
collagen and mechanical forces." Journal of Applied Physiology 98(5):
1892-1899.
Yap, B. and R. D. Kamm (2005). "Mechanical deformation of neutrophils
into narrow channels induces pseudopod projection and changes in
biomechanical properties." Journal of Applied Physiology 98(5):
1930-1939.
COMPARATIVE/EVOLUTION
Bailey, D. M. and I. A. Johnston (2005). "Scallop swimming kinematics
and muscle performance: Modelling the effects of "within-animal''
variation in temperature sensitivity." Marine and Freshwater
Behaviour and Physiology 38(1): 1-19.
Evans, A. R. and G. D. Sanson (2005). "Correspondence between tooth
shape and dietary biomechanical properties in insectivorous
microchiropterans." Evolutionary Ecology Research 7(3): 453-478.
Lingham-Soliar, T. (2005). "Caudal fin in the white shark,
Carcharodon carcharias (Lamnidae): A dynamic propeller for fast,
efficient swimming." Journal of Morphology 264(2): 233-252.
DENTAL/ORAL
Atai, M., D. C. Watts and Z. Atai (2005). "Shrinkage strain-rates of
dental resin-monomer and composite systems." Biomaterials 26(24):
5015-5020.
ERGONOMICS/REHAB
Arinzon, Z., Z. Fidelman, A. Zuta, A. Peisakh and Y. N. Berner
(2005). "Functional recovery after hip fracture in old-old elderly
patients." Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics 40(3): 327-336.
GAIT/LOCOMOTION
Dickstein, R., S. Ufaz, A. Dunsky, S. Nadeau and N. Abulaffio (2005).
"Speed-dependent deviations from a straight-ahead path during forward
locomotion in healthy individuals." American Journal of Physical
Medicine & Rehabilitation 84(5): 330-337.
Marigold, D. S. and A. E. Patla "Adapting locomotion to different
surface compliances: neuromuscular responses and changes in movement
dynamics." Journal of Neurophysiology.
Prilutsky, B. I., M. G. Sirota, R. J. Gregor and I. N. Beloozerova
"Quantification of motor cortex activity and full-body biomechanics
during unconstrained locomotion." Journal of Neurophysiology.
Said, C. M., P. A. Goldie, E. Culham, W. A. Sparrow, A. E. Patla and
M. E. Morris (2005). "Control of lead and trail limbs during obstacle
crossing following stroke." Physical Therapy 85(5): 413-427.
Thota, A. K., S. C. Watson, E. Knapp, B. Thompson and R. Jung (2005).
"Neuromechanical control of locomotion in the rat." Journal of
Neurotrauma 22(4): 442-465.
HAND/FINGER
Mittelmeier, W., S. Lehner, H. Gollwitzer, M. Hauschild, K. Werber
and E. Steinhauser (2005). "Comparing biomechanical investigations
about different wiring techniques of finger joint arthrodesis."
Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery 125(3): 145-152.
Wu, J. Z. and R. G. Dong (2005). "Analysis of the contact
interactions between fingertips and objects with different surface
curvatures." Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers
Part H-Journal of Engineering in Medicine 219(H2): 89-103.
JOINTS
Senavongse, W. and A. A. Amis (2005). "The effects of articular,
retinacular, or muscular deficiencies on patellofemoral joint
stability - A biomechanical study in vitro." Journal of Bone and
Joint Surgery-British Volume 87B(4): 577-582.
METHODS
Lind, N. M., M. Vinther, R. P. Hemmingsen and A. K. Hansen (2005).
"Validation of a digital video tracking system for recording pig
locomotor behaviour." Journal of Neuroscience Methods 143(2): 123-132.
Saweeres, E. S. B., J. H. Kuiper, R. O. Evans, J. B. Richardson and
S. H. White (2005). "Predicting in vivo clinical performance of
anterior cruciate ligament fixation methods from in vitro analysis -
Industrial tests of fatigue life and tolerance limits are more useful
than other cyclic loading parameters." American Journal of Sports
Medicine 33(5): 666-673.
Yen, K., M. Sonnenschein, M. J. Thali, C. Ozdoba, J. Weis, K.
Zwygart, E. Aghayev, C. Jackowski and R. Dirnhofer (2005).
"Postmortem multislice computed tomography and magnetic resonance
imaging of odontoid fractures, atlantoaxial distractions and
ascending medullary edema." International Journal of Legal Medicine
119(3): 129-136.
MUSCLE
Vereecke, E. E., K. D'Aout, R. Payne and P. Aerts (2005). "Functional
analysis of the foot and ankle myology of gibbons and bonobos."
Journal of Anatomy 206(5): 453-476.
NEURAL
Lafreniere-Roula, M. and D. A. McCrea "Deletions of rhythmic
motoneuron activity during fictive locomotion and scratch provide
clues to the organization of the mammalian central pattern
generator." Journal of Neurophysiology.
Liu, J. and L. M. Jordan "Stimulation of the parapyramidal region of
the neonatal rat brainstem produces locomotor-like activity involving
spinal 5-HT7 and 5-HT2A receptors." Journal of Neurophysiology.
McFadyen-Leussis, M. P. and S. C. Heinrichs (2005). "Seizure-prone
EL/Suz mice exhibit physical and motor delays and heightened
locomotor activity in response to novelty during development."
Epilepsy & Behavior 6(3): 312-319.
Mentis, G. Z., F. J. Alvarez, A. Bonnot, D. S. Richards, D.
Gonzalez-Forero, R. Zerda and M. J. O'Donovan "Noncholinergic
excitatory actions of motoneurons in the neonatal mammalian spinal
cord." Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United
States of America.
O'Donovan, M. J., A. Bonnot, P. Wenner and G. Z. Mentis (2005).
"Calcium imaging of network function in the developing spinal cord."
Cell Calcium 37(5): 443-450.
OCULAR
Ikeda, H., R. Blake and K. Watanabe (2005). "Eccentric perception of
biological motion is unscalably poor." Vision Research 45(15):
1935-1943.
ORTHOPAEDICS
Cobb, J. P., N. Ashwood, G. Robbins, J. D. Witt, P. S. Unwin and G.
Blunn (2005). "Triplate fixation - A new technique in limb-salvage
surgery." Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery-British Volume 87B(4):
534-539.
Iesaka, K., F. J. Kummer and P. E. Di Cesare (2005). "Stress risers
between two ipsilateral intramedullary stems - A finite-element and
biomechanical analysis." Journal of Arthroplasty 20(3): 386-391.
Ip, D. (2005). "Premature biomechanical failure of the distal
fixation screws of the IC Nail - case report - Response."
Injury-International Journal of the Care of the Injured 36(5):
684-685.
Sankar, B. (2005). "Premature biomechanical failure of the distal
fixation screws of the IC Nail - case report." Injury-International
Journal of the Care of the Injured 36(5): 684-684.
Wu, C. C. and Z. L. Lee (2005). "Treatment of femoral shaft aseptic
nonunion associated with broken distal locked screws and shortening."
Journal of Trauma-Injury Infection and Critical Care 58(4): 837-840.
PLANT/FUNGAL
Pearcy, R. W., H. Muraoka and F. Valladares (2005). "Crown
architecture in sun and shade environments: assessing function and
trade-offs with a three-dimensional simulation model." New
Phytologist 166(3): 791-800.
POSTURE
de Graaf, M. T., J. F. Samsom, E. M. Pettersen, V. A. M. Schaaf, P.
E. M. van Schie and L. de Groot (2004). "Vestibulospinal component of
postural control (Vestibular function) in very preterm infants (25 to
27 weeks) at 3, 6, and 12 months corrected age." Journal of Child
Neurology 19(8): 614-618.
ROBOTICS
Lu, X. Y. and X. Z. Yin (2005). "Propulsive performance of a
fish-like travelling wavy wall." Acta Mechanica 175(1-4): 197-215.
Srinivasan, M. V., S. W. Zhang, J. S. Chahl, G. Stange and M. Garratt
(2004). "An overview of insect-inspired guidance for application in
ground and airborne platforms." Proceedings of the Institution of
Mechanical Engineers Part G-Journal of Aerospace Engineering 218(G6):
375-388.
SPORT/EXERCISE
Grego, F., M. Collardeau, J. M. Vallier, D. Delignieres and J.
Brisswalter (2004). "Effect of long duration exercise on the ratings
of perceived exertion and perceived difficulty of walking and running
at the ventilatory threshold." Journal of Sports Medicine and
Physical Fitness 44(4): 368-374.
TISSUE/BIOMATERIALS
Mehra, R. and M. Juneja (2005). "Fingernails as biological indices of
metal exposure." Journal of Biosciences 30(2): 253-257.
Yoneda, M., H. Terai, Y. Imai, T. Okada, K. Nozaki, H. Inoue, S.
Miyamoto and K. Takaoka (2005). "Repair of an intercalated long bone
defect with a synthetic biodegradable bone-inducing implant."
Biomaterials 26(25): 5145-5152.
TRAUMA/IMPACT TESTING
Golinski, W. Z. and R. Gentle (2005). "The influence of seat back
rake on ligament loadings in rear-end impact." Proceedings of the
Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part D-Journal of Automobile
Engineering 219(D2): 197-205.
Panagiotopoulos, E., V. Kostopoulos, S. Tsantzalis, A. P. Fortis and
A. Doulalas (2005). "Impact energy absorption by specimens from the
upper end of the human femur." Injury-International Journal of the
Care of the Injured 36(5): 613-617.
VETERINARY/AGRICULTURAL
Kirsch, J. A., L. M. Dejardin, C. E. DeCamp, E. G. Meyer and R. C.
Haut (2005). "In vitro mechanical evaluation on the use of an
intramedullary pin-plate combination for pantarsal arthrodesis in
dogs." American Journal of Veterinary Research 66(1): 125-131.