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LITERATURE UPDATE
April 11, 2008 – April 17, 2008
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.
BOTANY
Huber H, de Brouwer J, de Caluwe H, Weijschede J, Anten NPR. Shade induced
changes in biomechanical petiole properties in the stoloniferous herb
Trifolium repens. Evolutionary Ecology 2008;22(3):399-417.
Umbanhowar CE, Lambert AM, VanDelinder L. Effects of freezing on Young's
modulus for twigs of coniferous and deciduous trees and shrubs. Canadian
Journal of Forest Research-Revue Canadienne De Recherche Forestiere
2008;38(2):394-9.
CARDIOVASCULAR/CARDIOPULMONARY
Dondas HA, Yilmaz N, Comelekoglu U, Tamer L, Sucu N, Aytacoglu BN et al.
Prevention of calcification with TPEN in pericardial bioprosthetic heart
valve material. Anadolu Kardiyoloji Dergisi-the Anatolian Journal of
Cardiology 2007;7(4):365-70.
COMPARATIVE
Adolph SC, Pickering T. Estimating maximum performance: effects of
intraindividual variation. Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(8):1336-43.
Berg AM, Biewener AA. Kinematics and power requirements of ascending and
descending flight in the pigeon (Columba livia). Journal of Experimental
Biology 2008;211(7):1120-30.
Burrows M, Sutton GP. The effect of leg length on jumping performance of
short- and long-legged leafhopper insects. Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(8):1317-25.
Burrows M. Jumping in a wingless stick insect, Timema chumash(Phasmatodea,
Timematodea, Timematidae). Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(7):1021-8.
Butcher MT, Blob RW. Mechanics of limb bone loading during terrestrial
locomotion in river cooter turtles (Pseudemys concinna). Journal of
Experimental Biology 2008;211(8):1187-202.
Konow N, Sanford CPJ. Is a convergently derived muscle-activity pattern
driving novel raking behaviours in teleost fishes? Journal of Experimental
Biology 2008;211(6):989-99.
McElroy EJ, Hickey KL, Reilly SM. The correlated evolution of biomechanics,
gait and foraging mode in lizards. Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(7):1029-40.
Moreno CA, Main RP, Biewener AA. Variability in forelimb bone strains during
non-steady locomotor activities in goats. Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(7):1148-62.
Uriona TJ, Farmer CG. Recruitment of the diaphragmaticus, ischiopubis and
other respiratory muscles to control pitch and roll in the American
alligator (Alligator mississippiensis). Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(7):1141-7.
van Leeuwen JL, van der Meulen T, Schipper H, Kranenbarg S. A functional
analysis of myotomal muscle-fibre reorientation in developing zebrafish
Danio rerio. Journal of Experimental Biology 2008;211(8):1289-304.
Woods WA, Fusillo SJ, Trimmer BA. Dynamic properties of a locomotory muscle
of the tobacco hornworm Manduca sexta during strain cycling and simulated
natural crawling. Journal of Experimental Biology 2008;211(6):873-82.
DENTAL/ORAL/FACIAL
Lapatki BG, Paul O. Smart brackets for 3D-force-moment measurements in
orthodontic research and therapy - Developmental status and prospects.
Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics-Fortschritte Der Kieferorthopadie
2007;68(5):377-96.
Natali AN, Carniel EL, Pavan PG. Investigation of bone inelastic response in
interaction phenomena with dental implants. Dental Materials
2008;24(4):561-9.
Wehrbein H, Gollner P. Skeletal anchorage in orthodontics basics and
clinical application. Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics-Fortschritte Der
Kieferorthopadie 2007;68(6):443-61.
ERGONOMICS/REHABILITATION
Miyamoto M, Konno S, Gembun Y, Liu X, Minami K, Ito H. Epidemiological study
of low back pain and occupational risk factors among taxi drivers.
Industrial Health 2008;46(2):112-7.
EVOLUTION/ANTHROPOLOGY
Laflamme M, Narbonne GM. Ediacaran fronds. Palaeogeography Palaeoclimatology
Palaeoecology 2008;258(3):162-79.
Weisbecker V, Archer M. Parallel evolution of hand anatomy in kangaroos and
vombatiform marsupials: Functional and evolutionary implications.
Palaeontology 2008;51:321-38.
GAIT/LOCOMOTION
Bartlett JL, Kram R. Changing the demand on specific muscle groups affects
the walk-run transition speed. Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(8):1281-8.
De Witt JK, Hagan RD, Cromwell RL. The effect of increasing inertia upon
vertical ground reaction forces and temporal kinematics during locomotion.
Journal of Experimental Biology 2008;211(7):1087-92.
Kouta M, Shinkoda K, Shimizu ME. Biomechanical analysis of the sit-to-walk
series of motions frequently observed in daily living: Effects of motion
speed on elderly persons. Journal of Physical Therapy Science
2007;19(4):267-71.
Michel J, van Hedel HJA, Dietz V. Obstacle stepping involves spinal
anticipatory activity associated with quadrupedal limb coordination.
European Journal of Neuroscience 2008;27(7):1867-75.
Nelson FE, Roberts TJ. Task-dependent force sharing between muscle
synergists during locomotion in turkeys. Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(8):1211-20.
Parsons KJ, Pfau T, Ferrari M, Wilson AM. High-speed gallop locomotion in
the Thoroughbred racehorse. II. The effect of incline on centre of mass
movement and mechanical energy fluctuation. Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(6):945-56.
Parsons KJ, Pfau T, Wilson AM. High-speed gallop locomotion in the
Thoroughbred racehorse. I. The effect of incline on stride parameters.
Journal of Experimental Biology 2008;211(6):935-44.
Thompson PD. Higher level gait disorders. Current Neurology and Neuroscience
Reports 2007;7(4):290-4.
HAND/FINGER/FOOT/TOE
Bonnela F, Roussanne Y, Chemouny S, Banegas F. Carpal model and
biomechanics. Chirurgie De La Main 2007;26(4-5):180-99.
JOINT/CARTILAGE
Kordas G. The role of primary stability in mosaicplasty: a review of the
literature. Eklem Hastaliklari Ve Cerrahisi-Joint Diseases and Related
Surgery 2007;18(3):150-5.
METHODS
Barros TED, Molina A. Analysis of the sensitivity and reproducibility of the
Basso, Beattie, Bresnahan (BBB) scale in Wistar rats. Clinics
2008;63(1):103-8.
Fontaine E, Lentink D, Kranenbarg S, Muller UK, van Leeuwen JL, Barr AH et
al. Automated visual tracking for studying the ontogeny of zebrafish
swimming. Journal of Experimental Biology 2008;211(8):1305-16.
Lauder GV, Madden PGA. Advances in comparative physiology from high-speed
imaging of animal and fluid motion. Annual Review of Physiology
2008;70:143-63.
Vaughan B, McLaughlin P, Gosling C. Validity of an electronic pressure
algometer. International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 2007;10(1):24-8.
Westneat MW, Socha JJ, Lee WK. Advances in biological structure, function,
and physiology using synchrotron x-ray imaging. Annual Review of Physiology
2008;70:119-42.
MODELING
Rodic A, Vukobratovic M, Addi K, Dalleau G. Contribution to the modeling of
nonsmooth multipoint contact dynamics of biped locomotion - Theory and
experiments. Robotica 2008;26:157-75.
Zhao LP, Herman JE, Patel PK. The structural implications of a unilateral
facial skeletal cleft: A three-dimensional finite element model approach.
Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal 2008;45(2):121-30.
MUSCLE
Cediel RA, Blob RW, Schrank GD, Plourde RC, Schoenfuss HL. Muscle fiber type
distribution in climbing Hawaiian gobioid fishes: Ontogeny and correlations
with locomotor performance. Zoology 2008;111(2):114-22.
Duda GN, Taylor WR, Winkler T, Matziolis G, Heller MO, Haas NP et al.
Biomechanical, microvascular, and cellular factors promote muscle and bone
regeneration. Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews 2008;36(2):64-70.
NEURAL
Blitz DM, White RS, Saideman SR, Cook A, Christie AE, Nadim F et al. A newly
identified extrinsic input triggers a distinct gastric mill rhythm via
activation of modulatory projection neurons. Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(6):1000-11.
Hill DN, Bermejo R, Zeigler HP, Kleinfeld D. Biomechanics of the vibrissa
motor plant in rat: Rhythmic whisking consists of triphasic neuromuscular
activity. Journal of Neuroscience 2008;28(13):3438-55.
ORTHOPAEDICS/SPINE
Brownhill K. Back pain and the homoeostatic requirements of the spinal
system. International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 2007;10(1):18-23.
Hyun SJ, Kim YB, Hong HJ, Kwon JT, Suk JS, Min BK. Predictable risk factors
for adjacent segment degeneration after lumbar fusion. Journal of Korean
Neurosurgical Society 2007;41(2):88-94.
Joung YI, Oh SH, Ko Y, Yi HJ, Lee SK. Subsidence of cylindrical cage (AMSLU
(TM) cage): Postoperative 1 year follow-up of the cervical anterior
interbody fusion. Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society 2007;42(5):367-70
Kim SJ, Sohn MJ, Ryoo JY, Kim YS, Whang CJ. Clinical analysis of
video-assisted thoracoscopic spinal surgery in the thoracic or thoracolumbar
spinal pathologies. Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
2007;42(4):293-9.
Kim YS, Lee JK, Kim JH, Kim SH. Post-traumatic atlantoaxial rotatory
dislocation in an adult treated by open reduction and C1-C2 transpedicular
screw fixation. Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society 2007;41(4):248-51.
Shin DA, Kim HJ, Shin DG, Kim HL. Lumbo-iliac fixation using modified
Galveston technique in a patient with metastatic sacral tumor. Journal of
Korean Neurosurgical Society 2007;41(1):61-4.
ORTHOPAEDICS/SURGERY
Acosta FL, Buckley JM, Xu Z, Lotz JC, Ames CP. Biomechanical comparison of
three fixation techniques for unstable thoracolumbar burst fractures.
Journal of Neurosurgery-Spine 2008;8(4):341-6.
Albuquerque R, Sasaki SU, Amatuzzi MM, Angelini FJ. Anterior cruciate
ligament reconstruction with double bundle versus single bundle:
experimental study. Clinics 2007;62(3):335-44.
Brown BS, Cooper AD, McLff TE, Key VH, Toby EB. Initial fixation and cyclic
loading stability of knotless suture anchors for rotator cuff repair.
Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery 2008;17(2):313-8.
Dustmann M, Schmidt T, Gangey I, Unterhauser FN, Weiler A, Scheffler SU. The
extracellular remodeling of free-soft-tissue autografts and allografts for
reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament: a comparison study in a
sheep model. Knee Surgery Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy 2008;16(4):360-9.
Gartlan J, Nelson M, Jones G. Osteoarthritis management of the knee -
Treatment options post the NSAID cardiotoxicity controversy. Australian
Family Physician 2007;36(9):717-8.
Gudas R, Smailys A, Vostrugina K, Tamosiunas R, Simonaitis D, Kalesinskas
RJ. A prospective comparison of double- and single-bundle anterior cruciate
ligament reconstructions. Medicina-Lithuania 2008;44(2):110-8.
Huffman GR, Itamura JA, McGarry MH, Duong L, Gililland J, Tibone JE et al.
Neer Award 2006: Biomechanical assessment of inferior tuberosity placement
during hemiarthroplasty for four-part proximal humeral fractures. Journal of
Shoulder and Elbow Surgery 2008;17(2):189-96.
Hwang IC, Kang DH, Han JW, Park IS, Lee CH, Park SY. Clinical experiences
and usefulness of cervical posterior stabilization with polyaxial screw-rod
system. Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society 2007;42(4):311-6.
Jung KA, Lee SC, Song MB, Lee CK. Arthroscopic double bundle ACL
reconstruction using a bone patellar tendon bone - gracilis tendon composite
autograft: a technical note. Knee Surgery Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy
2008;16(4):382-5.
Kawano CT, Bispo RZ, de Oliveira MG, Soejima AT, Apostolopoulos SD.
Posterolateral knee instability: An alternative proposal for surgical
treatment. Clinics 2007;62(3):371-4.
Kim SY, Jang JS, Lee SH. Posterior atlantoaxial fixation with a combination
of pedicle screws and a laminar screw in the axis for a unilateral
high-riding vertebral artery. Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
2007;41(2):141-4.
Magyar OM, Illyes A, Knoll Z, Kiss RM. Effect of medial meniscectomy on gait
parameters. Knee Surgery Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy 2008;16(4):427-33.
Monnier J, Simon E, Duroure F, Chassagne JF, Stricker M. Uni-axial tissular
extension for covering skin defects of the limbs. A 31 cases review. Annales
De Chirurgie Plastique Esthetique 2007;52(6):577-81.
Panchal A, Kubiak E, Keshner M, Fulkerson E, Paskima N. Comparison of
fixation methods for scaphoid nonunions: a biomechanical model. Eklem
Hastaliklari Ve Cerrahisi-Joint Diseases and Related Surgery
2007;18(2):66-71.
Papachristou G, Sourlas J, Plessas S, Papachristou K. Arthroscopic ACL
reconstruction with Delta plasty: an innovative approach with hamstrings'
transfer and double tibial tunnel. Knee Surgery Sports Traumatology
Arthroscopy 2008;16(4):420-6.
Park JK, Kim KS. Follow-up comparison of two different types of anterior
thoracolumbar instrumentations in trauma cases : Z-plate vs. Kaneda device.
Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society 2007;41(2):77-81.
Pasa L, Pokorny V, Kalandra S, Melichar I, Bilik A. Transplantation of deep
frozen menisci. Acta Chirurgiae Orthopaedicae Et Traumatologiae Cechoslovaca
2008;75(1):40-7.
Sasaki SU, Albuquerque R, Pereira CAM, Gouveia GS, Vilela JCR, Alcaras FD.
An in vitro biomechanical comparison of anterior cruciate ligament
reconstruction: Single bundle versus anatomical double bundle techniques.
Clinics 2008;63(1):71-6.
Saur K, Sames M. Results of the treatment of odontoid fractures by
osteosynthesis with a single axial screw. Acta Chirurgiae Orthopaedicae Et
Traumatologiae Cechoslovaca 2008;75(1):48-51.
Seki T, Fehlings MG. Mechanistic insights into posttraumatic syringomyelia
based on a novel in vivo animal model. Journal of Neurosurgery-Spine
2008;8(4):365-75.
Siebold R, Thierjung H, Cafaltzis K, Hoeschele E, Tao J, Ellert T. Tibial
bone bridge and bone block fixation in double-bundle anterior cruciate
ligament reconstruction without hardware: a technical note. Knee Surgery
Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy 2008;16(4):386-92.
ROBOTICS
Arena P, Fortuna L, Lombardo D, Patane L. Perception for action: Dynamic
spatiotemporal patterns applied on a roving robot. Adaptive Behavior
2008;16(2-3):104-21.
Erden MS, Leblebicioglu K. Free gait generation with reinforcement learning
for a six-legged robot. Robotics and Autonomous Systems 2008;56(3):199-212.
Manoonpong P, Pasemann F, Woergoetter F. Sensor-driven neural control for
omnidirectional locomotion and versatile reactive behaviors of walking
machines. Robotics and Autonomous Systems 2008;56(3):265-88.
SPORT/EXERCISE
Ruan MF, Li L. Influence of a horizontal approach on the mechanical output
during drop jumps. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport 2008;79(1):1-9
Sterzing T, Hennig EM. The influence of soccer shoes on kicking velocity in
full-instep kicks. Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews 2008;36(2):91-7.
TENDON/LIGAMENT
Garbelotti SA, Pelozo O, Caldana RP, Ramalho A, Smith RL. Experimental
evaluation of 3-dimensional kinematic behavior of the cruciate ligaments.
Clinics 2007;62(5):619-26.
Tei K, Matsumoto T, Mifune Y, Ishida K, Sasaki K, Shoji T et al.
Administrations of peripheral blood CD34-positive cells contribute to medial
collateral ligament healing via vasculogenesis. Stem Cells
2008;26(3):819-30.
TRAUMA/IMPACT TESTING
Casson IR, Pellman EJ, Viano DC. Concussion in the national football league:
an overview for neurologists. Neurologic Clinics 2008;26(1):217-+.
Park MS, Levy ML. Biomechanical aspects of sports-related head injuries.
Neurologic Clinics 2008;26(1):33-+.
VISUAL/VESTIBULAR
Kono R, Okanobu H, Ohtsuki H, Demer JL. Displacement of the rectus muscle
pulleys simulating superior oblique palsy. Japanese Journal of Ophthalmology
2008;52(1):36-43.
Sporl E, Raiskup-Wolf F, Pillunat LE. Biophysical principles of collagen
cross-linking. Klinische Monatsblatter Fur Augenheilkunde 2008;225(2):131-7
UNIQUE TOPIC
Harrison RV, Sharma A, Brown T, Jiwani S, James AL. Amplitude modulation of
DPOAEs by acoustic stimulation of the contralateral ear. Acta
Oto-Laryngologica 2008;128(4):404-7.
Mahowald MW, Schenck CH, Bornemann MAC. Pathophysiologic mechanisms in REM
sleep behavior disorder. Current Neurology and Neuroscience Reports
2007;7(2):167-72.
Tokuda IT, Horacek J, Svec JG, Herzel H. Bifurcations and chaos in register
transitions of excised larynx experiments. Chaos 2008;18(1).
Zhang H, Gu J. Progress of experimental study on treatment of psoriasis by
Chinese medicinal monomer and single or compound recipe in Chinese materia
medica. Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine 2007;13(4):312-6.
PICK OF THE WEEK
Wilkes CO, Pence KJ, Hurt AM, Becvar O, Knowlton KF, McGilliard ML et al.
Effect of relocation on locomotion and cleanliness in dairy cows. Journal of
Dairy Research 2008;75(1):19-23.
***Hurray, that's the update, hurray***
April 11, 2008 – April 17, 2008
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.
BOTANY
Huber H, de Brouwer J, de Caluwe H, Weijschede J, Anten NPR. Shade induced
changes in biomechanical petiole properties in the stoloniferous herb
Trifolium repens. Evolutionary Ecology 2008;22(3):399-417.
Umbanhowar CE, Lambert AM, VanDelinder L. Effects of freezing on Young's
modulus for twigs of coniferous and deciduous trees and shrubs. Canadian
Journal of Forest Research-Revue Canadienne De Recherche Forestiere
2008;38(2):394-9.
CARDIOVASCULAR/CARDIOPULMONARY
Dondas HA, Yilmaz N, Comelekoglu U, Tamer L, Sucu N, Aytacoglu BN et al.
Prevention of calcification with TPEN in pericardial bioprosthetic heart
valve material. Anadolu Kardiyoloji Dergisi-the Anatolian Journal of
Cardiology 2007;7(4):365-70.
COMPARATIVE
Adolph SC, Pickering T. Estimating maximum performance: effects of
intraindividual variation. Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(8):1336-43.
Berg AM, Biewener AA. Kinematics and power requirements of ascending and
descending flight in the pigeon (Columba livia). Journal of Experimental
Biology 2008;211(7):1120-30.
Burrows M, Sutton GP. The effect of leg length on jumping performance of
short- and long-legged leafhopper insects. Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(8):1317-25.
Burrows M. Jumping in a wingless stick insect, Timema chumash(Phasmatodea,
Timematodea, Timematidae). Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(7):1021-8.
Butcher MT, Blob RW. Mechanics of limb bone loading during terrestrial
locomotion in river cooter turtles (Pseudemys concinna). Journal of
Experimental Biology 2008;211(8):1187-202.
Konow N, Sanford CPJ. Is a convergently derived muscle-activity pattern
driving novel raking behaviours in teleost fishes? Journal of Experimental
Biology 2008;211(6):989-99.
McElroy EJ, Hickey KL, Reilly SM. The correlated evolution of biomechanics,
gait and foraging mode in lizards. Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(7):1029-40.
Moreno CA, Main RP, Biewener AA. Variability in forelimb bone strains during
non-steady locomotor activities in goats. Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(7):1148-62.
Uriona TJ, Farmer CG. Recruitment of the diaphragmaticus, ischiopubis and
other respiratory muscles to control pitch and roll in the American
alligator (Alligator mississippiensis). Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(7):1141-7.
van Leeuwen JL, van der Meulen T, Schipper H, Kranenbarg S. A functional
analysis of myotomal muscle-fibre reorientation in developing zebrafish
Danio rerio. Journal of Experimental Biology 2008;211(8):1289-304.
Woods WA, Fusillo SJ, Trimmer BA. Dynamic properties of a locomotory muscle
of the tobacco hornworm Manduca sexta during strain cycling and simulated
natural crawling. Journal of Experimental Biology 2008;211(6):873-82.
DENTAL/ORAL/FACIAL
Lapatki BG, Paul O. Smart brackets for 3D-force-moment measurements in
orthodontic research and therapy - Developmental status and prospects.
Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics-Fortschritte Der Kieferorthopadie
2007;68(5):377-96.
Natali AN, Carniel EL, Pavan PG. Investigation of bone inelastic response in
interaction phenomena with dental implants. Dental Materials
2008;24(4):561-9.
Wehrbein H, Gollner P. Skeletal anchorage in orthodontics basics and
clinical application. Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics-Fortschritte Der
Kieferorthopadie 2007;68(6):443-61.
ERGONOMICS/REHABILITATION
Miyamoto M, Konno S, Gembun Y, Liu X, Minami K, Ito H. Epidemiological study
of low back pain and occupational risk factors among taxi drivers.
Industrial Health 2008;46(2):112-7.
EVOLUTION/ANTHROPOLOGY
Laflamme M, Narbonne GM. Ediacaran fronds. Palaeogeography Palaeoclimatology
Palaeoecology 2008;258(3):162-79.
Weisbecker V, Archer M. Parallel evolution of hand anatomy in kangaroos and
vombatiform marsupials: Functional and evolutionary implications.
Palaeontology 2008;51:321-38.
GAIT/LOCOMOTION
Bartlett JL, Kram R. Changing the demand on specific muscle groups affects
the walk-run transition speed. Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(8):1281-8.
De Witt JK, Hagan RD, Cromwell RL. The effect of increasing inertia upon
vertical ground reaction forces and temporal kinematics during locomotion.
Journal of Experimental Biology 2008;211(7):1087-92.
Kouta M, Shinkoda K, Shimizu ME. Biomechanical analysis of the sit-to-walk
series of motions frequently observed in daily living: Effects of motion
speed on elderly persons. Journal of Physical Therapy Science
2007;19(4):267-71.
Michel J, van Hedel HJA, Dietz V. Obstacle stepping involves spinal
anticipatory activity associated with quadrupedal limb coordination.
European Journal of Neuroscience 2008;27(7):1867-75.
Nelson FE, Roberts TJ. Task-dependent force sharing between muscle
synergists during locomotion in turkeys. Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(8):1211-20.
Parsons KJ, Pfau T, Ferrari M, Wilson AM. High-speed gallop locomotion in
the Thoroughbred racehorse. II. The effect of incline on centre of mass
movement and mechanical energy fluctuation. Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(6):945-56.
Parsons KJ, Pfau T, Wilson AM. High-speed gallop locomotion in the
Thoroughbred racehorse. I. The effect of incline on stride parameters.
Journal of Experimental Biology 2008;211(6):935-44.
Thompson PD. Higher level gait disorders. Current Neurology and Neuroscience
Reports 2007;7(4):290-4.
HAND/FINGER/FOOT/TOE
Bonnela F, Roussanne Y, Chemouny S, Banegas F. Carpal model and
biomechanics. Chirurgie De La Main 2007;26(4-5):180-99.
JOINT/CARTILAGE
Kordas G. The role of primary stability in mosaicplasty: a review of the
literature. Eklem Hastaliklari Ve Cerrahisi-Joint Diseases and Related
Surgery 2007;18(3):150-5.
METHODS
Barros TED, Molina A. Analysis of the sensitivity and reproducibility of the
Basso, Beattie, Bresnahan (BBB) scale in Wistar rats. Clinics
2008;63(1):103-8.
Fontaine E, Lentink D, Kranenbarg S, Muller UK, van Leeuwen JL, Barr AH et
al. Automated visual tracking for studying the ontogeny of zebrafish
swimming. Journal of Experimental Biology 2008;211(8):1305-16.
Lauder GV, Madden PGA. Advances in comparative physiology from high-speed
imaging of animal and fluid motion. Annual Review of Physiology
2008;70:143-63.
Vaughan B, McLaughlin P, Gosling C. Validity of an electronic pressure
algometer. International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 2007;10(1):24-8.
Westneat MW, Socha JJ, Lee WK. Advances in biological structure, function,
and physiology using synchrotron x-ray imaging. Annual Review of Physiology
2008;70:119-42.
MODELING
Rodic A, Vukobratovic M, Addi K, Dalleau G. Contribution to the modeling of
nonsmooth multipoint contact dynamics of biped locomotion - Theory and
experiments. Robotica 2008;26:157-75.
Zhao LP, Herman JE, Patel PK. The structural implications of a unilateral
facial skeletal cleft: A three-dimensional finite element model approach.
Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal 2008;45(2):121-30.
MUSCLE
Cediel RA, Blob RW, Schrank GD, Plourde RC, Schoenfuss HL. Muscle fiber type
distribution in climbing Hawaiian gobioid fishes: Ontogeny and correlations
with locomotor performance. Zoology 2008;111(2):114-22.
Duda GN, Taylor WR, Winkler T, Matziolis G, Heller MO, Haas NP et al.
Biomechanical, microvascular, and cellular factors promote muscle and bone
regeneration. Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews 2008;36(2):64-70.
NEURAL
Blitz DM, White RS, Saideman SR, Cook A, Christie AE, Nadim F et al. A newly
identified extrinsic input triggers a distinct gastric mill rhythm via
activation of modulatory projection neurons. Journal of Experimental Biology
2008;211(6):1000-11.
Hill DN, Bermejo R, Zeigler HP, Kleinfeld D. Biomechanics of the vibrissa
motor plant in rat: Rhythmic whisking consists of triphasic neuromuscular
activity. Journal of Neuroscience 2008;28(13):3438-55.
ORTHOPAEDICS/SPINE
Brownhill K. Back pain and the homoeostatic requirements of the spinal
system. International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 2007;10(1):18-23.
Hyun SJ, Kim YB, Hong HJ, Kwon JT, Suk JS, Min BK. Predictable risk factors
for adjacent segment degeneration after lumbar fusion. Journal of Korean
Neurosurgical Society 2007;41(2):88-94.
Joung YI, Oh SH, Ko Y, Yi HJ, Lee SK. Subsidence of cylindrical cage (AMSLU
(TM) cage): Postoperative 1 year follow-up of the cervical anterior
interbody fusion. Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society 2007;42(5):367-70
Kim SJ, Sohn MJ, Ryoo JY, Kim YS, Whang CJ. Clinical analysis of
video-assisted thoracoscopic spinal surgery in the thoracic or thoracolumbar
spinal pathologies. Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
2007;42(4):293-9.
Kim YS, Lee JK, Kim JH, Kim SH. Post-traumatic atlantoaxial rotatory
dislocation in an adult treated by open reduction and C1-C2 transpedicular
screw fixation. Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society 2007;41(4):248-51.
Shin DA, Kim HJ, Shin DG, Kim HL. Lumbo-iliac fixation using modified
Galveston technique in a patient with metastatic sacral tumor. Journal of
Korean Neurosurgical Society 2007;41(1):61-4.
ORTHOPAEDICS/SURGERY
Acosta FL, Buckley JM, Xu Z, Lotz JC, Ames CP. Biomechanical comparison of
three fixation techniques for unstable thoracolumbar burst fractures.
Journal of Neurosurgery-Spine 2008;8(4):341-6.
Albuquerque R, Sasaki SU, Amatuzzi MM, Angelini FJ. Anterior cruciate
ligament reconstruction with double bundle versus single bundle:
experimental study. Clinics 2007;62(3):335-44.
Brown BS, Cooper AD, McLff TE, Key VH, Toby EB. Initial fixation and cyclic
loading stability of knotless suture anchors for rotator cuff repair.
Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery 2008;17(2):313-8.
Dustmann M, Schmidt T, Gangey I, Unterhauser FN, Weiler A, Scheffler SU. The
extracellular remodeling of free-soft-tissue autografts and allografts for
reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament: a comparison study in a
sheep model. Knee Surgery Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy 2008;16(4):360-9.
Gartlan J, Nelson M, Jones G. Osteoarthritis management of the knee -
Treatment options post the NSAID cardiotoxicity controversy. Australian
Family Physician 2007;36(9):717-8.
Gudas R, Smailys A, Vostrugina K, Tamosiunas R, Simonaitis D, Kalesinskas
RJ. A prospective comparison of double- and single-bundle anterior cruciate
ligament reconstructions. Medicina-Lithuania 2008;44(2):110-8.
Huffman GR, Itamura JA, McGarry MH, Duong L, Gililland J, Tibone JE et al.
Neer Award 2006: Biomechanical assessment of inferior tuberosity placement
during hemiarthroplasty for four-part proximal humeral fractures. Journal of
Shoulder and Elbow Surgery 2008;17(2):189-96.
Hwang IC, Kang DH, Han JW, Park IS, Lee CH, Park SY. Clinical experiences
and usefulness of cervical posterior stabilization with polyaxial screw-rod
system. Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society 2007;42(4):311-6.
Jung KA, Lee SC, Song MB, Lee CK. Arthroscopic double bundle ACL
reconstruction using a bone patellar tendon bone - gracilis tendon composite
autograft: a technical note. Knee Surgery Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy
2008;16(4):382-5.
Kawano CT, Bispo RZ, de Oliveira MG, Soejima AT, Apostolopoulos SD.
Posterolateral knee instability: An alternative proposal for surgical
treatment. Clinics 2007;62(3):371-4.
Kim SY, Jang JS, Lee SH. Posterior atlantoaxial fixation with a combination
of pedicle screws and a laminar screw in the axis for a unilateral
high-riding vertebral artery. Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
2007;41(2):141-4.
Magyar OM, Illyes A, Knoll Z, Kiss RM. Effect of medial meniscectomy on gait
parameters. Knee Surgery Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy 2008;16(4):427-33.
Monnier J, Simon E, Duroure F, Chassagne JF, Stricker M. Uni-axial tissular
extension for covering skin defects of the limbs. A 31 cases review. Annales
De Chirurgie Plastique Esthetique 2007;52(6):577-81.
Panchal A, Kubiak E, Keshner M, Fulkerson E, Paskima N. Comparison of
fixation methods for scaphoid nonunions: a biomechanical model. Eklem
Hastaliklari Ve Cerrahisi-Joint Diseases and Related Surgery
2007;18(2):66-71.
Papachristou G, Sourlas J, Plessas S, Papachristou K. Arthroscopic ACL
reconstruction with Delta plasty: an innovative approach with hamstrings'
transfer and double tibial tunnel. Knee Surgery Sports Traumatology
Arthroscopy 2008;16(4):420-6.
Park JK, Kim KS. Follow-up comparison of two different types of anterior
thoracolumbar instrumentations in trauma cases : Z-plate vs. Kaneda device.
Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society 2007;41(2):77-81.
Pasa L, Pokorny V, Kalandra S, Melichar I, Bilik A. Transplantation of deep
frozen menisci. Acta Chirurgiae Orthopaedicae Et Traumatologiae Cechoslovaca
2008;75(1):40-7.
Sasaki SU, Albuquerque R, Pereira CAM, Gouveia GS, Vilela JCR, Alcaras FD.
An in vitro biomechanical comparison of anterior cruciate ligament
reconstruction: Single bundle versus anatomical double bundle techniques.
Clinics 2008;63(1):71-6.
Saur K, Sames M. Results of the treatment of odontoid fractures by
osteosynthesis with a single axial screw. Acta Chirurgiae Orthopaedicae Et
Traumatologiae Cechoslovaca 2008;75(1):48-51.
Seki T, Fehlings MG. Mechanistic insights into posttraumatic syringomyelia
based on a novel in vivo animal model. Journal of Neurosurgery-Spine
2008;8(4):365-75.
Siebold R, Thierjung H, Cafaltzis K, Hoeschele E, Tao J, Ellert T. Tibial
bone bridge and bone block fixation in double-bundle anterior cruciate
ligament reconstruction without hardware: a technical note. Knee Surgery
Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy 2008;16(4):386-92.
ROBOTICS
Arena P, Fortuna L, Lombardo D, Patane L. Perception for action: Dynamic
spatiotemporal patterns applied on a roving robot. Adaptive Behavior
2008;16(2-3):104-21.
Erden MS, Leblebicioglu K. Free gait generation with reinforcement learning
for a six-legged robot. Robotics and Autonomous Systems 2008;56(3):199-212.
Manoonpong P, Pasemann F, Woergoetter F. Sensor-driven neural control for
omnidirectional locomotion and versatile reactive behaviors of walking
machines. Robotics and Autonomous Systems 2008;56(3):265-88.
SPORT/EXERCISE
Ruan MF, Li L. Influence of a horizontal approach on the mechanical output
during drop jumps. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport 2008;79(1):1-9
Sterzing T, Hennig EM. The influence of soccer shoes on kicking velocity in
full-instep kicks. Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews 2008;36(2):91-7.
TENDON/LIGAMENT
Garbelotti SA, Pelozo O, Caldana RP, Ramalho A, Smith RL. Experimental
evaluation of 3-dimensional kinematic behavior of the cruciate ligaments.
Clinics 2007;62(5):619-26.
Tei K, Matsumoto T, Mifune Y, Ishida K, Sasaki K, Shoji T et al.
Administrations of peripheral blood CD34-positive cells contribute to medial
collateral ligament healing via vasculogenesis. Stem Cells
2008;26(3):819-30.
TRAUMA/IMPACT TESTING
Casson IR, Pellman EJ, Viano DC. Concussion in the national football league:
an overview for neurologists. Neurologic Clinics 2008;26(1):217-+.
Park MS, Levy ML. Biomechanical aspects of sports-related head injuries.
Neurologic Clinics 2008;26(1):33-+.
VISUAL/VESTIBULAR
Kono R, Okanobu H, Ohtsuki H, Demer JL. Displacement of the rectus muscle
pulleys simulating superior oblique palsy. Japanese Journal of Ophthalmology
2008;52(1):36-43.
Sporl E, Raiskup-Wolf F, Pillunat LE. Biophysical principles of collagen
cross-linking. Klinische Monatsblatter Fur Augenheilkunde 2008;225(2):131-7
UNIQUE TOPIC
Harrison RV, Sharma A, Brown T, Jiwani S, James AL. Amplitude modulation of
DPOAEs by acoustic stimulation of the contralateral ear. Acta
Oto-Laryngologica 2008;128(4):404-7.
Mahowald MW, Schenck CH, Bornemann MAC. Pathophysiologic mechanisms in REM
sleep behavior disorder. Current Neurology and Neuroscience Reports
2007;7(2):167-72.
Tokuda IT, Horacek J, Svec JG, Herzel H. Bifurcations and chaos in register
transitions of excised larynx experiments. Chaos 2008;18(1).
Zhang H, Gu J. Progress of experimental study on treatment of psoriasis by
Chinese medicinal monomer and single or compound recipe in Chinese materia
medica. Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine 2007;13(4):312-6.
PICK OF THE WEEK
Wilkes CO, Pence KJ, Hurt AM, Becvar O, Knowlton KF, McGilliard ML et al.
Effect of relocation on locomotion and cleanliness in dairy cows. Journal of
Dairy Research 2008;75(1):19-23.
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