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LITERATURE UPDATE
October 19 – October 25, 2007
Literature search for biomech* or locomot*
Keith E. Gordon, PhD
Sensory Motor Performance Program
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago
***NOTE*** Articles with no volume, issue or page numbers indicate that the
article has not been published in paper form yet, but may be available in
electronic form through the publisher.
BONE
Garrett IR, Gutierrez GE, Rossini G, Nyman J, McCluskey B, Flores A et al.
Locally delivered lovastatin nanoparticles enhance fracture healing in ratsJournal of Orthopaedic Research 2007;25(10):1351-7.
Li J, Chen GP, Zheng LL, Luo SJ, Zhao ZH. Osteoblast cytoskeletal modulation
in response to compressive stress at physiological levels. Molecular and
Cellular Biochemistry 2007;304(1-2):45-52.
Ozkan K, Eralp L, Kocaoglu M, Ahishali B, Bilgic B, Mutlu Z et al. The
effect of transforming growth factor beta 1 (TGF-beta 1) on the regenerate
bone in distraction osteogenesis - A biomechanical, histologic and
immunohistochemical study on rabbits. Growth Factors 2007;25(2):101-7.
Vetra A, Logins V, Tanenberga I, Stirane D. The potentialities of the method
of ultra-sonovelosimetry in evaluating the bone biomechanical properties.
International Journal of Rehabilitation Research 2007;30:103-.
CARDIOVASCULAR/CARDIOPULMONARY
Dai G, Vaughn S, Zhang Y, Wang ET, Garcia-Cardena G, Gimbrone MA.
Biomechanical forces in atherosclerosis-resistant vascular regions regulate
endothelial redox balance via phosphoinositol 3-kinase/akt-dependent
activation of Nrf2. Circulation Research 2007;101(7):723-33.
Guldner NW, Klapproth P, Geier M, Enzensberger C, Grossherr M, Mahmoodi M et
al. Experimental biomechanical hearts support a failing myocardium with a
clinically relevant pumping capacity. International Journal of Artificial
Organs 2007;30(8):692-.
Hoerstrup SP, Tudorache I, Yacoub M. Tissue engineering of heart valves:
Biomechanical and morphological properties of decellularized heart valves -
Meeting discussion. Journal of Heart Valve Disease 2007;16(5):574-.
Tudorache I, Cebotari S, Sturz G, Kirsch L, Hurschler C, Hilfiker A et al.
Tissue engineering of heart valves: Biomechanical and morphological
properties of decellularized heart valves. Journal of Heart Valve Disease
2007;16(5):567-73.
CELLULAR/SUBCELLULAR
Foo JJ, Chan V, Feng ZQ, Liu KK. Human red blood cells deformed under
thermal fluid flow. Biomedical Materials 2006;1(1):1-7.
COMPARATIVE
Blake RW, Chan KHS. Swimming in the upside down catfish Synodontis
nigriventris: it matters which way is up. Journal of Experimental Biology
2007;210(17):2979-89.
Buckley CA, Schneider JE, Cundall D. Kinematic analysis of an appetitive
food-handling behavior: the functional morphology of Syrian hamster cheek
pouches. Journal of Experimental Biology 2007;210(17):3096-106.
Canals M, Donoso C, Figueroa D, Sabat P. Pulmonary hematological parameters,
energetic flight demands and their correlation with oxygen diffusion
capacity in the lungs. Revista Chilena De Historia Natural
2007;80(3):275-84.
Carlson KJ, Judex S. Increased non-linear locomotion alters diaphyseal bone
shape. Journal of Experimental Biology 2007;210(17):3117-25.
Dangles O, Pierre D, Christides JP, Casas J. Escape performance decreases
during ontogeny in wild crickets. Journal of Experimental Biology
2007;219(18):3165-70.
Danos N, Lauder GV. The ontogeny of fin function during routine turns in
zebrafish Danio rerio. Journal of Experimental Biology 2007;210(19):3374-86
Dudek DM, Full RJ. An isolated insect leg's passive recovery from
dorso-ventral perturbations. Journal of Experimental Biology
2007;219(18):3209-17.
Dzemski G, Christian A. Flexibility along the neck of the ostrich (Struthio
camelus) and consequences for the reconstruction of dinosaurs with extreme
neck length. Journal of Morphology 2007;268(8):701-14.
Holzman R, Day SW, Wainwright PC. Timing is everything: coordination of
strike kinematics affects the force exerted by suction feeding fish on
attached prey. Journal of Experimental Biology 2007;210(19):3328-36.
Kabat AP, Phillips RA, Croxall JP, Butler PJ. Differences in metabolic costs
of terrestrial mobility in two closely related species of albatross. Journal
of Experimental Biology 2007;210(16):2851-8.
Lauder GV, Anderson EJ, Tangorra J, Madden PGA. Fish biorobotics: kinematics
and hydrodynamics of self-propulsion. Journal of Experimental Biology
2007;210(16):2767-80.
Potau JM, Bardina X, Ciurana N. Subacromial space in african great apes and
subacromial impingement syndrome in humans. International Journal of
Primatology 2007;28(4):865-80.
Tobalske BW. Biomechanics of bird flight. Journal of Experimental Biology
2007;219(18):3135-46.
Webb D, Sparrow WA. Description of joint movements in human and non-human
primate locomotion using Fourier analysis. Primates 2007;48(4):277-92.
DIGESTIVE
Frokjaer JB, Andersen SD, Ejskjaer N, Funch-Jensen P, Drewes AM, Gregersen
H. Impaired contractility and remodeling of the upper gastrointestinal tract
in diabetes mellitus type-1. World Journal of Gastroenterology
2007;13(36):4881-90.
Wang XY, Han YC, Jiang X, Dai HL, Li SP. Static friction of porous
bioceramic beta-TCP on intestinal mucus films. Biomedical Materials
2006;1(3):124-6.
ERGONOMICS/REHABILITATION
Arora R, Angermann P, Fritz D, Hennerbichler A, Gabl M, Lutz M. Dorsolateral
dislocation of the proximal interphalangeal joint: Closed reduction and
early active motion versus static splinting. Handchirurgie Mikrochirurgie
Plastische Chirurgie 2007;39(3):225-8.
Friedman K, Hutchinson J, Mihora D. Restrained occupant protection
performance under rollover conditions using an intelligent rollover
protection subsystem. International Journal of Crashworthiness
2007;12(2):109-14.
Joubert DM, London L. A cross-sectional study of back belt use and low back
pain amongst forklift drivers. International Journal of Industrial
Ergonomics 2007;37(6):505-13.
Lambercy O, Dovat L, Gassert R, Burdet E, Teo CL, Milner T. A haptic knob
for rehabilitation of hand function. Ieee Transactions on Neural Systems and
Rehabilitation Engineering 2007;15(3):356-66.
Lauer RT, Smith BT, Shewokis PA, McCarthy JJ, Tucker CA. Time-frequency
changes in electromyographic signals after hamstring lengthening surgery in
children with cerebral palsy. Journal of Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2738-43.
Peppe A, Chiavalon C, Pasqualetti P, Crovato D, Caltagirone C. Does gait
analysis quantify motor rehabilitation efficacy in Parkinson's disease
patients? Gait & Posture 2007;26(3):452-62.
Rocon E, Belda-Lois JM, Ruiz AF, Manto M, Moreno JC, Pons JL. Design and
validation of a rehabilitation robotic exoskeleton for tremor assessment and
suppression. Ieee Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation
Engineering 2007;15(3):367-78.
EVOLUTION/ANTHROPOLOGY
Chinnery BJ, Horner JR. A new neoceratopsian dinosaur linking North American
and Asian taxa. Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology 2007;27(3):625-41.
09. Sellers WI, Manning PL. Estimating dinosaur maximum running speeds
using evolutionary robotics. Proceedings of the Royal Society B-Biological
Sciences 2007;274(1626):2711-6.
Voigt S, Berman DS. First well-established track-trackmaker association of
Paleozoic tetrapods based on Ichniotherium trackways and diadectid skeletons
from the Lower Permian of Germany. Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology
2007;27(3):553-70.
Wroe S, Moreno K, Clausen P, McHenry C, Curnoe D. High-resolution
three-dimensional computer simulation of hominid cranial mechanics.
Anatomical Record-Advances in Integrative Anatomy and Evolutionary Biology
2007;290(10):1248-55.
GAIT/LOCOMOTION
Aoyagi D, Ichinose WE, Harkema SJ, Reinkensmeyer DJ, Bobrow JE. A robot and
control algorithm that can synchronously assist in naturalistic motion
during body-weight-supported gait training following neurologic injury. Ieee
Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering
2007;15(3):387-400.
Arndt A, Wolf P, Liu A, Nester C, Stacoff A, Jones R et al. Intrinsic foot
kinematics measured in vivo during the stance phase of slow running. Journal
of Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2672-8.
Biewener AA, Daley MA. Unsteady locomotion: integrating muscle function with
whole body dynamics and neuromuscular control. Journal of Experimental
Biology 2007;210(17):2949-60.
Byrne CA, O'Keeffe DT, Donnelly AE, Lyons GM. Effect of walking speed
changes on tibialis anterior EMG during healthy gait for FES envelope design
in drop foot correction. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
2007;17(5):605-16.
Collett J, Dawes H, Howells K, Elsworth C, Izadi H, Sackley C. Anomalous
centre of mass energy fluctuations during treadmill walking in healthy
individuals. Gait & Posture 2007;26(3):400-6.
DeVita P, Helseth J, Hortobagyi T. Muscles do more positive than negative
work in human locomotion. Journal of Experimental Biology
2007;210(19):3361-73.
Gordon KE, Ferris DP. Learning to walk with a robotic ankle exoskeleton.
Journal of Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2636-44.
Krewer C, Muller F, Husemann B, Heller S, Quintern J, Koenig E. The
influence of different Lokomat walking conditions on the energy expenditure
of hemiparetic patients and healthy subjects. Gait & Posture
2007;26(3):372-7.
Kwan M, Hubbard M. Optimal foot shape for a passive dynamic biped. Journal
of Theoretical Biology 2007;248(2):331-9.
McCain KJ, Smith PS. Locomotor treadmill training with body-weight support
prior to over-ground gait: Promoting symmetroca gait on a subject with acute
stroke. Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation 2007;14(5):18-27.
Musselman KE, Yang JF. Walking tasks encountered by urban-dwelling adults
and persons with incomplete spinal cord injuries. Journal of Rehabilitation
Medicine 2007;39(7):567-74.
Nantel J, Brochu M, Prince F. Locomotor strategies in obese and non-obese
children. Obesity 2006;14(10):1789-94.
Pecoraro F, Mazza C, Cappozzo A, Thomas EE, MacaluSo A. Reliability of the
intrinsic and extrinsic patterns of level walking in older women. Gait &
Posture 2007;26(3):386-92.
Segers V, Lenoir M, Aerts P, De Clercq D. Kinematics of the transition
between walking and running when gradually changing speed. Gait & Posture
2007;26(3):349-61.
Umberger BR, Martin PE. Mechanical power and efficiency of level walking
with different stride rates. Journal of Experimental Biology
2007;219(18):3255-65.
Valderrabano V, Nigg BM, von Tschamer V, Stefanyshyn DJ, Goepfert B,
Hintermann B. Gait analysis in ankle osteoarthritis and total ankle
replacement. Clinical Biomechanics 2007;22(8):894-904.
Vannozzi G, Cereatti A, Mazza C, Benuenuti F, Della Croce U. Extraction of
information on elder motor ability from clinical and biochemical data
through data mining. Computer Methods and Programs in Biomedicine
2007;88(1):85-94.
Von Zitzewitz J, Bernhardt M, Riener R. A novel method for automatic
treadmill speed adaptation. Ieee Transactions on Neural Systems and
Rehabilitation Engineering 2007;15(3):401-9.
Welter ML, Do MC, Chastan N, Torny F, Bloch F, du Montcel ST et al. Control
of vertical components of gait during initiation of walking in normal adults
and patients with progressive supranuclear palsy. Gait & Posture
2007;26(3):393-9.
HAND/FINGER/FOOT/TOE
Kleinman WB. Stability of the distal radioulna joint: Biomechanics,
pathophysiology, physical diagnosis, and restoration of function what we
have learned in 25 years. Journal of Hand Surgery-American Volume
2007;32A(7):1086-106.
Mickle KJ, Steele JR, Munro BJ. The feet of overweight and obese young
children: Are they flat or fat? Obesity 2006;14(11):1949-53.
Spears IR, Miller-Young JE, Sharma J, Ker RF, Smith FW. The potential
influence of the heel counter on internal stress during static standing: A
combined finite element and positional MRI investigation. Journal of
Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2774-80.
JOINT/CARTILAGE
Adamiak Z, Holak P, Peczynski Z. Application of osteochondral autografts and
allografts in the treatment of articular cartilage lesions in animals.
Polish Journal of Veterinary Sciences 2007;10(3):189-92.
Bowers ME, Tung GA, Fleming BC, Crisco JJ, Rey J. Quantification of meniscal
volume by segmentation of 3T magnetic resonance images. Journal of
Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2811-5.
Grover DM, Chen AA, Hazelwood SJ. Biomechanics of the rabbit knee and ankle:
Muscle, ligament, and joint contact force predictions. Journal of
Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2816-21.
McGonagle D, Lories RJU, Tan AL, Benjamin M. The concept of a
"Synovio-Entheseal complex" and its implications for understanding joint
inflammation and damage in psoriatic arthritis and beyond. Arthritis and
Rheumatism 2007;56(8):2482-91.
Salsich GB, Perman WH. Patellofemoral joint contact area is influenced by
tibiofemoral rotation alignment in individuals who have patellofemoral painJournal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy 2007;37(9):521-8.
METHODS
Sun Y, Nelson BJ. MEMS capacitive force sensors for cellular and flight
biomechanics. Biomedical Materials 2007;2(1):S16-S22.
MODELING
Hensel JM, Menard C, Chung PWM, Milosevic MF, Kirilova A, Moseley JL et al.
Development of multiorgan finite element-based prostate deformation model
enabling registration of endorectal coil magnetic resonance imaging for
radiotherapy planning.
Li W, Todorov E. Iterative linearization methods for approximately optimal
control and estimation of non-linear stochastic system. International
Journal of Control 2007;80(9):1439-53.
Pillai RR, Thoomukuntla B, Ateshian GA, Fischer KJ. MRI-based modeling for
evaluation of in vivo contact mechanics in the human wrist during active
light grasp. Journal of Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2781-7.
MUSCLE
Dean MN, Azizi E, Summers AP. Uniform strain in broad muscles: active and
passive effects of the twisted tendon of the spotted ratfish Hydrolagus
colliei. Journal of Experimental Biology 2007;210(19):3395-406.
NEURAL
Satoh Y, Ishizuka K, Murakami T. Changes in cortically induced rhythmic jaw
movements after lesioning of the red nucleus in rats. Brain Research
2007;1165:60-70.
ORTHOPAEDICS/SPINE
Crisco JJ, Fujita L, Spenciner DB. The dynamic flexion/extension properties
of the lumbar spine in vitro using a novel pendulum system. Journal of
Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2767-73.
18. Little JP, Adam C, Evans JH, Pettet GJ, Pearcy M. Nonlinear finite
element analysis of anular lesions in the L4/5 intervertebral disc. Journal
of Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2744-51.
Vera-Garcia FJ, Elvira JLL, Brown SHM, McGill SM. Effects of abdominal
stabilization maneuvers on the control of spine motion and stability against
sudden trunk perturbations. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
2007;17(5):556-67.
ORTHOPAEDICS/SURGERY
Aminian A, Gao F, Fedoriw WW, Zhang LQ, Kalainov DM, Merk BR. Vertically
oriented femoral neck fractures: Mechanical analysis of four fixation
techniques. Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma 2007;21(8):544-8.
Burkhead WZ, Skedros JG, O'Rourke PJ, Pierce WA, Pitts TC. A novel
double-row rotator cuff repair exceeds strengths of conventional repairs.
Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research 2007(461):106-13.
Losanoff JE, Basson MD, Gruber SA, Huff H, Hsieh FH. Single wire versus
double wire loops for median sternotomy closure: Experimental biomechanical
study using a human cadaveric model. Annals of Thoracic Surgery
2007;84(4):1288-93.
Park MC, Tibone JE, ElAttrache NS, Ahmad CS, Jun BJ, Lee TQ. Part II:
Biomechanical assessment for a footprint-restoring transosseous-equivalent
rotator cuff repair technique compared with a double-row repair technique.
Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery 2007;16(4):469-76.
Roberts JW, Grindel SI, Rebholz B, Wang M. Biomechanical evaluation of
locking plate radial shaft fixation: Unicortical locking fixation versus
mixed bicortical and unicortical fixation in a sawbone model. Journal of
Hand Surgery-American Volume 2007;32A(7):971-5.
ROBOTICS
Tanev I. Genetic programming incorporating biased mutation for evolution and
adaptation of Snakebot. Genetic Programming and Evolvable Machines
2007;8(1):39-59.
Wang ZL, Gu H. A review of locomotion mechanisms of urban search and rescue
robot. Industrial Robot-an International Journal 2007;34(5):400-11.
Zhang D, Wang L, Yu J. Coordinated control of two biomimetic robotic fish in
pushing-object task. Iet Control Theory and Applications 2007;1(5):1200-7.
SPORT/EXERCISE
Abbiss CR, Laursen PB. Is part of the mystery surrounding fatigue
complicated by context? Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2007;10(5):277-9.
Elliott BC, Alderson JA, Denver ER. System and modelling errors in motion
analysis: Implications for the measurement of the elbow angle in cricket
bowling. Journal of Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2679-85.
Miller RH, Lowry JL, Meardon SA, Gillette JC. Lower extremity mechanics of
iliotibial band syndrome during an exhaustive run. Gait & Posture
2007;26(3):407-13.
TENDON/LIGAMENT
Moussa M, Babile R, Fernandez X, Remignon H. Biochemical and biomechanical
properties of tendons in two commercial types of chickens. Animal
2007;1(7):983-8.
Nakagaki WR, Biancalana A, Benevides GP, Gomes L. Biomechanical and
biochemical properties of chicken calcaneal tendon under effect of age and
nonforced active exercise. Connective Tissue Research 2007;48(5):219-28.
Taha MMR, Lucero J. Enhancing uncertainty tolerance in modelling creep of
ligaments. Biomedical Materials 2006;1(3):106-15.
Thornton GM, Schwab TD, Oxland TR. Cyclic loading causes faster rupture and
strain rate than static loading in medial collateral ligament at high
stress. Clinical Biomechanics 2007;22(8):932-40.
Yasuda K, Sakai T, Kondo E, Onodera S. Bleeding from the bone marrow
enhances remodeling of the in situ frozen-thawed anterior cruciate ligamentClinical Biomechanics 2007;22(8):941-9.
TISSUE/BIOMATERIAL
Fortelny RH, Petter-Puchner AH, Walder N, Mittermayr R, Ohlinger W, Heinze A
et al. Cyanoacrylate tissue sealant impairs tissue integration of
macroporous mesh in experimental hernia repair. Surgical Endoscopy and Other
Interventional Techniques 2007;21(10):1781-5.
Nair LS, Laurencin CT. Biodegradable polymers as biomaterials. Progress in
Polymer Science 2007;32(8-9):762-98.
Oudadesse H, Derrien AC, Mami M, Martin S, Cathelineau G, Yahia L.
Aluminosilicates and biphasic HA-TCP composites: studies of properties for
bony filling. Biomedical Materials 2007;2(1):S59-S64.
Reigstad O, Franke-Stenport V, Johansson CB, Wennerberg A, Rokkum M,
Reigstad A. Improved bone ingrowth and fixation with a thin calcium
phosphate coating intended for complete resorption. Journal of Biomedical
Materials Research Part B-Applied Biomaterials 2007;83B(1):9-15.
West ER, Xu M, Woodruff TK, Shea LD. Physical properties of alginate
hydrogels and their effects on in vitro follicle development. Biomaterials
2007;28(30):4439-48.
Yahia L. Special issue featuring articles from the 3rd international
symposium on advanced biomaterials and biomechanics. Biomedical Materials
2007;2(1).
TRAUMA/IMPACT TESTING
Feldman F, Robinovitch SN. Reducing hip fracture risk during sideways falls:
Evidence in young adults of the protective effects of impact to the hands
and stepping. Journal of Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2612-8.
Kuan JK, Kaufman R, Wright JL, Mock C, Nathens AB, Wessells H et al. Renal
injury mechanisms of motor vehicle collisions: Analysis of the crash injury
research and engineering network data set. Journal of Urology
2007;178(3):935-40.
Li Z, Kim JE, Davidson JS, Etheridge BS, Alonso JE, Eberhardt AW.
Biomechanical response of the pubic symphysis in lateral pelvic impacts: A
finite element study. Journal of Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2758-66.
VETERINARY/AGRICULTURAL
Bicalho RC, Vokey F, Erb HN, Guard CL. Visual locomotion scoring in the
first seventy days in milk: Impact on pregnancy and survival. Journal of
Dairy Science 2007;90(10):4586-91.
Mostachio GQ, Apparicio M, Vicente WRR, Cardilli DJ, Motheo TF, Toniollo GHIntraabdominal torsion of a neoplastic testicle and prostatic cyst in a
cryptorchid dog. Schweizer Archiv Fur Tierheilkunde 2007;149(9):408-12.
VISUAL/VESTIBULAR
Asejczyk-Widlicka M, Srodka DW, Kasprzak H, Pierscionek BK. Modelling the
elastic properties of the anterior eye and their contribution to maintenance
of image quality: the role of the limbus. Eye 2007;21(8):1087-94.
de la Cera EG, Rodriguez G, de Castro A, Merayo J, Marcos S. Emmetropization
and optical aberrations in a myopic corneal refractive surgery chick model.
Vision Research 2007;47(18):2465-72.
Lam A, Chen D, Chiu R, Chui WS. Comparison of IOP measurements between ORA
and GAT in normal Chinese. Optometry and Vision Science 2007;84(9):909-14.
Paquet N, Dannenbaum E, Hakim-Zadeh R, Fung J. Effects of fast head turns on
head, trunk and pelvis motions during standing and walking in patients with
unilateral vestibular deficit. Journal of Vestibular Research-Equilibrium &
Orientation 2006;16(6):279-84.
Salman MS, Lillakas L, Dennis M, Steinbach MJ, Sharpe JA. The
vestibulo-ocular reflex during active head motion in children and
adolescents. Childs Nervous System 2007;23(11):1269-74.
UNIQUE TOPIC
Allen RH. On the mechanical aspects of shoulder dystocia and birth injury.
Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology 2007;50(3):607-23.
Fajen BR. Rapid recalibration based on optic flow in visually guided actionExperimental Brain Research 2007;183(1):61-74.
von Gruenau MW, Pilgrim K, Zhou R. Velocity discrimination thresholds for
flowfield motions with moving observers. Vision Research
2007;47(18):2453-64.
Wu JH, Pan N, Williams KR. Mechanical, biomechanical and psychophysical
study of carpet performance. Textile Research Journal 2007;77(3):172-8.
PICK OF THE WEEK
Aho AJ, Rekola J, Matinlinna J, Gunn J, Tirri T, Viitaniemi P et al. Natural
composite of wood as replacement material for ostechondral bone defects.
Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part B-Applied Biomaterials
2007;83B(1):64-71.
7;93(3):321-34.
October 19 – October 25, 2007
Literature search for biomech* or locomot*
Keith E. Gordon, PhD
Sensory Motor Performance Program
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago
***NOTE*** Articles with no volume, issue or page numbers indicate that the
article has not been published in paper form yet, but may be available in
electronic form through the publisher.
BONE
Garrett IR, Gutierrez GE, Rossini G, Nyman J, McCluskey B, Flores A et al.
Locally delivered lovastatin nanoparticles enhance fracture healing in ratsJournal of Orthopaedic Research 2007;25(10):1351-7.
Li J, Chen GP, Zheng LL, Luo SJ, Zhao ZH. Osteoblast cytoskeletal modulation
in response to compressive stress at physiological levels. Molecular and
Cellular Biochemistry 2007;304(1-2):45-52.
Ozkan K, Eralp L, Kocaoglu M, Ahishali B, Bilgic B, Mutlu Z et al. The
effect of transforming growth factor beta 1 (TGF-beta 1) on the regenerate
bone in distraction osteogenesis - A biomechanical, histologic and
immunohistochemical study on rabbits. Growth Factors 2007;25(2):101-7.
Vetra A, Logins V, Tanenberga I, Stirane D. The potentialities of the method
of ultra-sonovelosimetry in evaluating the bone biomechanical properties.
International Journal of Rehabilitation Research 2007;30:103-.
CARDIOVASCULAR/CARDIOPULMONARY
Dai G, Vaughn S, Zhang Y, Wang ET, Garcia-Cardena G, Gimbrone MA.
Biomechanical forces in atherosclerosis-resistant vascular regions regulate
endothelial redox balance via phosphoinositol 3-kinase/akt-dependent
activation of Nrf2. Circulation Research 2007;101(7):723-33.
Guldner NW, Klapproth P, Geier M, Enzensberger C, Grossherr M, Mahmoodi M et
al. Experimental biomechanical hearts support a failing myocardium with a
clinically relevant pumping capacity. International Journal of Artificial
Organs 2007;30(8):692-.
Hoerstrup SP, Tudorache I, Yacoub M. Tissue engineering of heart valves:
Biomechanical and morphological properties of decellularized heart valves -
Meeting discussion. Journal of Heart Valve Disease 2007;16(5):574-.
Tudorache I, Cebotari S, Sturz G, Kirsch L, Hurschler C, Hilfiker A et al.
Tissue engineering of heart valves: Biomechanical and morphological
properties of decellularized heart valves. Journal of Heart Valve Disease
2007;16(5):567-73.
CELLULAR/SUBCELLULAR
Foo JJ, Chan V, Feng ZQ, Liu KK. Human red blood cells deformed under
thermal fluid flow. Biomedical Materials 2006;1(1):1-7.
COMPARATIVE
Blake RW, Chan KHS. Swimming in the upside down catfish Synodontis
nigriventris: it matters which way is up. Journal of Experimental Biology
2007;210(17):2979-89.
Buckley CA, Schneider JE, Cundall D. Kinematic analysis of an appetitive
food-handling behavior: the functional morphology of Syrian hamster cheek
pouches. Journal of Experimental Biology 2007;210(17):3096-106.
Canals M, Donoso C, Figueroa D, Sabat P. Pulmonary hematological parameters,
energetic flight demands and their correlation with oxygen diffusion
capacity in the lungs. Revista Chilena De Historia Natural
2007;80(3):275-84.
Carlson KJ, Judex S. Increased non-linear locomotion alters diaphyseal bone
shape. Journal of Experimental Biology 2007;210(17):3117-25.
Dangles O, Pierre D, Christides JP, Casas J. Escape performance decreases
during ontogeny in wild crickets. Journal of Experimental Biology
2007;219(18):3165-70.
Danos N, Lauder GV. The ontogeny of fin function during routine turns in
zebrafish Danio rerio. Journal of Experimental Biology 2007;210(19):3374-86
Dudek DM, Full RJ. An isolated insect leg's passive recovery from
dorso-ventral perturbations. Journal of Experimental Biology
2007;219(18):3209-17.
Dzemski G, Christian A. Flexibility along the neck of the ostrich (Struthio
camelus) and consequences for the reconstruction of dinosaurs with extreme
neck length. Journal of Morphology 2007;268(8):701-14.
Holzman R, Day SW, Wainwright PC. Timing is everything: coordination of
strike kinematics affects the force exerted by suction feeding fish on
attached prey. Journal of Experimental Biology 2007;210(19):3328-36.
Kabat AP, Phillips RA, Croxall JP, Butler PJ. Differences in metabolic costs
of terrestrial mobility in two closely related species of albatross. Journal
of Experimental Biology 2007;210(16):2851-8.
Lauder GV, Anderson EJ, Tangorra J, Madden PGA. Fish biorobotics: kinematics
and hydrodynamics of self-propulsion. Journal of Experimental Biology
2007;210(16):2767-80.
Potau JM, Bardina X, Ciurana N. Subacromial space in african great apes and
subacromial impingement syndrome in humans. International Journal of
Primatology 2007;28(4):865-80.
Tobalske BW. Biomechanics of bird flight. Journal of Experimental Biology
2007;219(18):3135-46.
Webb D, Sparrow WA. Description of joint movements in human and non-human
primate locomotion using Fourier analysis. Primates 2007;48(4):277-92.
DIGESTIVE
Frokjaer JB, Andersen SD, Ejskjaer N, Funch-Jensen P, Drewes AM, Gregersen
H. Impaired contractility and remodeling of the upper gastrointestinal tract
in diabetes mellitus type-1. World Journal of Gastroenterology
2007;13(36):4881-90.
Wang XY, Han YC, Jiang X, Dai HL, Li SP. Static friction of porous
bioceramic beta-TCP on intestinal mucus films. Biomedical Materials
2006;1(3):124-6.
ERGONOMICS/REHABILITATION
Arora R, Angermann P, Fritz D, Hennerbichler A, Gabl M, Lutz M. Dorsolateral
dislocation of the proximal interphalangeal joint: Closed reduction and
early active motion versus static splinting. Handchirurgie Mikrochirurgie
Plastische Chirurgie 2007;39(3):225-8.
Friedman K, Hutchinson J, Mihora D. Restrained occupant protection
performance under rollover conditions using an intelligent rollover
protection subsystem. International Journal of Crashworthiness
2007;12(2):109-14.
Joubert DM, London L. A cross-sectional study of back belt use and low back
pain amongst forklift drivers. International Journal of Industrial
Ergonomics 2007;37(6):505-13.
Lambercy O, Dovat L, Gassert R, Burdet E, Teo CL, Milner T. A haptic knob
for rehabilitation of hand function. Ieee Transactions on Neural Systems and
Rehabilitation Engineering 2007;15(3):356-66.
Lauer RT, Smith BT, Shewokis PA, McCarthy JJ, Tucker CA. Time-frequency
changes in electromyographic signals after hamstring lengthening surgery in
children with cerebral palsy. Journal of Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2738-43.
Peppe A, Chiavalon C, Pasqualetti P, Crovato D, Caltagirone C. Does gait
analysis quantify motor rehabilitation efficacy in Parkinson's disease
patients? Gait & Posture 2007;26(3):452-62.
Rocon E, Belda-Lois JM, Ruiz AF, Manto M, Moreno JC, Pons JL. Design and
validation of a rehabilitation robotic exoskeleton for tremor assessment and
suppression. Ieee Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation
Engineering 2007;15(3):367-78.
EVOLUTION/ANTHROPOLOGY
Chinnery BJ, Horner JR. A new neoceratopsian dinosaur linking North American
and Asian taxa. Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology 2007;27(3):625-41.
09. Sellers WI, Manning PL. Estimating dinosaur maximum running speeds
using evolutionary robotics. Proceedings of the Royal Society B-Biological
Sciences 2007;274(1626):2711-6.
Voigt S, Berman DS. First well-established track-trackmaker association of
Paleozoic tetrapods based on Ichniotherium trackways and diadectid skeletons
from the Lower Permian of Germany. Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology
2007;27(3):553-70.
Wroe S, Moreno K, Clausen P, McHenry C, Curnoe D. High-resolution
three-dimensional computer simulation of hominid cranial mechanics.
Anatomical Record-Advances in Integrative Anatomy and Evolutionary Biology
2007;290(10):1248-55.
GAIT/LOCOMOTION
Aoyagi D, Ichinose WE, Harkema SJ, Reinkensmeyer DJ, Bobrow JE. A robot and
control algorithm that can synchronously assist in naturalistic motion
during body-weight-supported gait training following neurologic injury. Ieee
Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering
2007;15(3):387-400.
Arndt A, Wolf P, Liu A, Nester C, Stacoff A, Jones R et al. Intrinsic foot
kinematics measured in vivo during the stance phase of slow running. Journal
of Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2672-8.
Biewener AA, Daley MA. Unsteady locomotion: integrating muscle function with
whole body dynamics and neuromuscular control. Journal of Experimental
Biology 2007;210(17):2949-60.
Byrne CA, O'Keeffe DT, Donnelly AE, Lyons GM. Effect of walking speed
changes on tibialis anterior EMG during healthy gait for FES envelope design
in drop foot correction. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
2007;17(5):605-16.
Collett J, Dawes H, Howells K, Elsworth C, Izadi H, Sackley C. Anomalous
centre of mass energy fluctuations during treadmill walking in healthy
individuals. Gait & Posture 2007;26(3):400-6.
DeVita P, Helseth J, Hortobagyi T. Muscles do more positive than negative
work in human locomotion. Journal of Experimental Biology
2007;210(19):3361-73.
Gordon KE, Ferris DP. Learning to walk with a robotic ankle exoskeleton.
Journal of Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2636-44.
Krewer C, Muller F, Husemann B, Heller S, Quintern J, Koenig E. The
influence of different Lokomat walking conditions on the energy expenditure
of hemiparetic patients and healthy subjects. Gait & Posture
2007;26(3):372-7.
Kwan M, Hubbard M. Optimal foot shape for a passive dynamic biped. Journal
of Theoretical Biology 2007;248(2):331-9.
McCain KJ, Smith PS. Locomotor treadmill training with body-weight support
prior to over-ground gait: Promoting symmetroca gait on a subject with acute
stroke. Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation 2007;14(5):18-27.
Musselman KE, Yang JF. Walking tasks encountered by urban-dwelling adults
and persons with incomplete spinal cord injuries. Journal of Rehabilitation
Medicine 2007;39(7):567-74.
Nantel J, Brochu M, Prince F. Locomotor strategies in obese and non-obese
children. Obesity 2006;14(10):1789-94.
Pecoraro F, Mazza C, Cappozzo A, Thomas EE, MacaluSo A. Reliability of the
intrinsic and extrinsic patterns of level walking in older women. Gait &
Posture 2007;26(3):386-92.
Segers V, Lenoir M, Aerts P, De Clercq D. Kinematics of the transition
between walking and running when gradually changing speed. Gait & Posture
2007;26(3):349-61.
Umberger BR, Martin PE. Mechanical power and efficiency of level walking
with different stride rates. Journal of Experimental Biology
2007;219(18):3255-65.
Valderrabano V, Nigg BM, von Tschamer V, Stefanyshyn DJ, Goepfert B,
Hintermann B. Gait analysis in ankle osteoarthritis and total ankle
replacement. Clinical Biomechanics 2007;22(8):894-904.
Vannozzi G, Cereatti A, Mazza C, Benuenuti F, Della Croce U. Extraction of
information on elder motor ability from clinical and biochemical data
through data mining. Computer Methods and Programs in Biomedicine
2007;88(1):85-94.
Von Zitzewitz J, Bernhardt M, Riener R. A novel method for automatic
treadmill speed adaptation. Ieee Transactions on Neural Systems and
Rehabilitation Engineering 2007;15(3):401-9.
Welter ML, Do MC, Chastan N, Torny F, Bloch F, du Montcel ST et al. Control
of vertical components of gait during initiation of walking in normal adults
and patients with progressive supranuclear palsy. Gait & Posture
2007;26(3):393-9.
HAND/FINGER/FOOT/TOE
Kleinman WB. Stability of the distal radioulna joint: Biomechanics,
pathophysiology, physical diagnosis, and restoration of function what we
have learned in 25 years. Journal of Hand Surgery-American Volume
2007;32A(7):1086-106.
Mickle KJ, Steele JR, Munro BJ. The feet of overweight and obese young
children: Are they flat or fat? Obesity 2006;14(11):1949-53.
Spears IR, Miller-Young JE, Sharma J, Ker RF, Smith FW. The potential
influence of the heel counter on internal stress during static standing: A
combined finite element and positional MRI investigation. Journal of
Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2774-80.
JOINT/CARTILAGE
Adamiak Z, Holak P, Peczynski Z. Application of osteochondral autografts and
allografts in the treatment of articular cartilage lesions in animals.
Polish Journal of Veterinary Sciences 2007;10(3):189-92.
Bowers ME, Tung GA, Fleming BC, Crisco JJ, Rey J. Quantification of meniscal
volume by segmentation of 3T magnetic resonance images. Journal of
Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2811-5.
Grover DM, Chen AA, Hazelwood SJ. Biomechanics of the rabbit knee and ankle:
Muscle, ligament, and joint contact force predictions. Journal of
Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2816-21.
McGonagle D, Lories RJU, Tan AL, Benjamin M. The concept of a
"Synovio-Entheseal complex" and its implications for understanding joint
inflammation and damage in psoriatic arthritis and beyond. Arthritis and
Rheumatism 2007;56(8):2482-91.
Salsich GB, Perman WH. Patellofemoral joint contact area is influenced by
tibiofemoral rotation alignment in individuals who have patellofemoral painJournal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy 2007;37(9):521-8.
METHODS
Sun Y, Nelson BJ. MEMS capacitive force sensors for cellular and flight
biomechanics. Biomedical Materials 2007;2(1):S16-S22.
MODELING
Hensel JM, Menard C, Chung PWM, Milosevic MF, Kirilova A, Moseley JL et al.
Development of multiorgan finite element-based prostate deformation model
enabling registration of endorectal coil magnetic resonance imaging for
radiotherapy planning.
Li W, Todorov E. Iterative linearization methods for approximately optimal
control and estimation of non-linear stochastic system. International
Journal of Control 2007;80(9):1439-53.
Pillai RR, Thoomukuntla B, Ateshian GA, Fischer KJ. MRI-based modeling for
evaluation of in vivo contact mechanics in the human wrist during active
light grasp. Journal of Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2781-7.
MUSCLE
Dean MN, Azizi E, Summers AP. Uniform strain in broad muscles: active and
passive effects of the twisted tendon of the spotted ratfish Hydrolagus
colliei. Journal of Experimental Biology 2007;210(19):3395-406.
NEURAL
Satoh Y, Ishizuka K, Murakami T. Changes in cortically induced rhythmic jaw
movements after lesioning of the red nucleus in rats. Brain Research
2007;1165:60-70.
ORTHOPAEDICS/SPINE
Crisco JJ, Fujita L, Spenciner DB. The dynamic flexion/extension properties
of the lumbar spine in vitro using a novel pendulum system. Journal of
Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2767-73.
18. Little JP, Adam C, Evans JH, Pettet GJ, Pearcy M. Nonlinear finite
element analysis of anular lesions in the L4/5 intervertebral disc. Journal
of Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2744-51.
Vera-Garcia FJ, Elvira JLL, Brown SHM, McGill SM. Effects of abdominal
stabilization maneuvers on the control of spine motion and stability against
sudden trunk perturbations. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
2007;17(5):556-67.
ORTHOPAEDICS/SURGERY
Aminian A, Gao F, Fedoriw WW, Zhang LQ, Kalainov DM, Merk BR. Vertically
oriented femoral neck fractures: Mechanical analysis of four fixation
techniques. Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma 2007;21(8):544-8.
Burkhead WZ, Skedros JG, O'Rourke PJ, Pierce WA, Pitts TC. A novel
double-row rotator cuff repair exceeds strengths of conventional repairs.
Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research 2007(461):106-13.
Losanoff JE, Basson MD, Gruber SA, Huff H, Hsieh FH. Single wire versus
double wire loops for median sternotomy closure: Experimental biomechanical
study using a human cadaveric model. Annals of Thoracic Surgery
2007;84(4):1288-93.
Park MC, Tibone JE, ElAttrache NS, Ahmad CS, Jun BJ, Lee TQ. Part II:
Biomechanical assessment for a footprint-restoring transosseous-equivalent
rotator cuff repair technique compared with a double-row repair technique.
Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery 2007;16(4):469-76.
Roberts JW, Grindel SI, Rebholz B, Wang M. Biomechanical evaluation of
locking plate radial shaft fixation: Unicortical locking fixation versus
mixed bicortical and unicortical fixation in a sawbone model. Journal of
Hand Surgery-American Volume 2007;32A(7):971-5.
ROBOTICS
Tanev I. Genetic programming incorporating biased mutation for evolution and
adaptation of Snakebot. Genetic Programming and Evolvable Machines
2007;8(1):39-59.
Wang ZL, Gu H. A review of locomotion mechanisms of urban search and rescue
robot. Industrial Robot-an International Journal 2007;34(5):400-11.
Zhang D, Wang L, Yu J. Coordinated control of two biomimetic robotic fish in
pushing-object task. Iet Control Theory and Applications 2007;1(5):1200-7.
SPORT/EXERCISE
Abbiss CR, Laursen PB. Is part of the mystery surrounding fatigue
complicated by context? Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2007;10(5):277-9.
Elliott BC, Alderson JA, Denver ER. System and modelling errors in motion
analysis: Implications for the measurement of the elbow angle in cricket
bowling. Journal of Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2679-85.
Miller RH, Lowry JL, Meardon SA, Gillette JC. Lower extremity mechanics of
iliotibial band syndrome during an exhaustive run. Gait & Posture
2007;26(3):407-13.
TENDON/LIGAMENT
Moussa M, Babile R, Fernandez X, Remignon H. Biochemical and biomechanical
properties of tendons in two commercial types of chickens. Animal
2007;1(7):983-8.
Nakagaki WR, Biancalana A, Benevides GP, Gomes L. Biomechanical and
biochemical properties of chicken calcaneal tendon under effect of age and
nonforced active exercise. Connective Tissue Research 2007;48(5):219-28.
Taha MMR, Lucero J. Enhancing uncertainty tolerance in modelling creep of
ligaments. Biomedical Materials 2006;1(3):106-15.
Thornton GM, Schwab TD, Oxland TR. Cyclic loading causes faster rupture and
strain rate than static loading in medial collateral ligament at high
stress. Clinical Biomechanics 2007;22(8):932-40.
Yasuda K, Sakai T, Kondo E, Onodera S. Bleeding from the bone marrow
enhances remodeling of the in situ frozen-thawed anterior cruciate ligamentClinical Biomechanics 2007;22(8):941-9.
TISSUE/BIOMATERIAL
Fortelny RH, Petter-Puchner AH, Walder N, Mittermayr R, Ohlinger W, Heinze A
et al. Cyanoacrylate tissue sealant impairs tissue integration of
macroporous mesh in experimental hernia repair. Surgical Endoscopy and Other
Interventional Techniques 2007;21(10):1781-5.
Nair LS, Laurencin CT. Biodegradable polymers as biomaterials. Progress in
Polymer Science 2007;32(8-9):762-98.
Oudadesse H, Derrien AC, Mami M, Martin S, Cathelineau G, Yahia L.
Aluminosilicates and biphasic HA-TCP composites: studies of properties for
bony filling. Biomedical Materials 2007;2(1):S59-S64.
Reigstad O, Franke-Stenport V, Johansson CB, Wennerberg A, Rokkum M,
Reigstad A. Improved bone ingrowth and fixation with a thin calcium
phosphate coating intended for complete resorption. Journal of Biomedical
Materials Research Part B-Applied Biomaterials 2007;83B(1):9-15.
West ER, Xu M, Woodruff TK, Shea LD. Physical properties of alginate
hydrogels and their effects on in vitro follicle development. Biomaterials
2007;28(30):4439-48.
Yahia L. Special issue featuring articles from the 3rd international
symposium on advanced biomaterials and biomechanics. Biomedical Materials
2007;2(1).
TRAUMA/IMPACT TESTING
Feldman F, Robinovitch SN. Reducing hip fracture risk during sideways falls:
Evidence in young adults of the protective effects of impact to the hands
and stepping. Journal of Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2612-8.
Kuan JK, Kaufman R, Wright JL, Mock C, Nathens AB, Wessells H et al. Renal
injury mechanisms of motor vehicle collisions: Analysis of the crash injury
research and engineering network data set. Journal of Urology
2007;178(3):935-40.
Li Z, Kim JE, Davidson JS, Etheridge BS, Alonso JE, Eberhardt AW.
Biomechanical response of the pubic symphysis in lateral pelvic impacts: A
finite element study. Journal of Biomechanics 2007;40(12):2758-66.
VETERINARY/AGRICULTURAL
Bicalho RC, Vokey F, Erb HN, Guard CL. Visual locomotion scoring in the
first seventy days in milk: Impact on pregnancy and survival. Journal of
Dairy Science 2007;90(10):4586-91.
Mostachio GQ, Apparicio M, Vicente WRR, Cardilli DJ, Motheo TF, Toniollo GHIntraabdominal torsion of a neoplastic testicle and prostatic cyst in a
cryptorchid dog. Schweizer Archiv Fur Tierheilkunde 2007;149(9):408-12.
VISUAL/VESTIBULAR
Asejczyk-Widlicka M, Srodka DW, Kasprzak H, Pierscionek BK. Modelling the
elastic properties of the anterior eye and their contribution to maintenance
of image quality: the role of the limbus. Eye 2007;21(8):1087-94.
de la Cera EG, Rodriguez G, de Castro A, Merayo J, Marcos S. Emmetropization
and optical aberrations in a myopic corneal refractive surgery chick model.
Vision Research 2007;47(18):2465-72.
Lam A, Chen D, Chiu R, Chui WS. Comparison of IOP measurements between ORA
and GAT in normal Chinese. Optometry and Vision Science 2007;84(9):909-14.
Paquet N, Dannenbaum E, Hakim-Zadeh R, Fung J. Effects of fast head turns on
head, trunk and pelvis motions during standing and walking in patients with
unilateral vestibular deficit. Journal of Vestibular Research-Equilibrium &
Orientation 2006;16(6):279-84.
Salman MS, Lillakas L, Dennis M, Steinbach MJ, Sharpe JA. The
vestibulo-ocular reflex during active head motion in children and
adolescents. Childs Nervous System 2007;23(11):1269-74.
UNIQUE TOPIC
Allen RH. On the mechanical aspects of shoulder dystocia and birth injury.
Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology 2007;50(3):607-23.
Fajen BR. Rapid recalibration based on optic flow in visually guided actionExperimental Brain Research 2007;183(1):61-74.
von Gruenau MW, Pilgrim K, Zhou R. Velocity discrimination thresholds for
flowfield motions with moving observers. Vision Research
2007;47(18):2453-64.
Wu JH, Pan N, Williams KR. Mechanical, biomechanical and psychophysical
study of carpet performance. Textile Research Journal 2007;77(3):172-8.
PICK OF THE WEEK
Aho AJ, Rekola J, Matinlinna J, Gunn J, Tirri T, Viitaniemi P et al. Natural
composite of wood as replacement material for ostechondral bone defects.
Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part B-Applied Biomaterials
2007;83B(1):64-71.
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