LITERATURE UPDATE
May 15, 2009 – May 21, 2009
Literature search for biomech* or locomot*
Keith E. Gordon, PhD
Sensory Motor Performance Program
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago
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form through the publisher.
BONE
Cicek E, Gokalp O, Varol R, Cesur G. Influence of Electromagnetic Fields on
Bone Fracture in Rats: Role of CAPE. Biomedical and Environmental Sciences
2009;22(2):157-60.
Holstein JH, Garcia P, Histing T, Kristen A, Scheuer C, Menger MD et al.
Advances in the Establishment of Defined Mouse Models for the Study of
Fracture Healing and Bone Regeneration. Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma
2009;23(5):S31-S8.
Li JL, Meyer R, Duncan RL, Turner CH. P2X7 Nucleotide Receptor Plays an
Important Role in Callus Remodeling During Fracture Repair. Calcified Tissue
International 2009;84(5):405-12. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00223-009-9237-7
Reynolds DG, Shaikh S, Papuga MO, Lerner AL, O'Keefe RJ, Schwarz EM et al.
mu CT-Based Measurement of Cortical Bone Graft-to-Host Union. Journal of
Bone and Mineral Research 2009;24(5):899-907.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1359/jbmr.081232
Shima Y, Engebretsen L, Iwasa J, Kitaoka K, Tomita K. Use of bisphosphonates
for the treatment of stress fractures in athletes. Knee Surgery Sports
Traumatology Arthroscopy 2009;17(5):542-50.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00167-008-0673-0
Uveges TE, Kozloff KM, Ty JM, Ledgard F, Raggio CL, Gronowicz G et al.
Alendronate Treatment of the Brtl Osteogenesis Imperfecta Mouse Improves
Femoral Geometry and Load Response Before Fracture but Decreases Predicted
Material Properties and Has Detrimental Effects on Osteoblasts and Bone
Formation. Journal of Bone and Mineral Research 2009;24(5):849-59.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1359/jbmr.081238
BOTANY
West GB, Enquist BJ, Brown JH. A general quantitative theory of forest
structure and dynamics. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of
the United States of America 2009;106(17):7040-5.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1073/pnas.0812294106
CARDIOVASCULAR/CARDIOPULMONARY
Blain G, Meste O, Blain A, Bermon S. Time-frequency analysis of heart rate
variability reveals cardiolocomotor coupling during dynamic cycling exercise
in humans. American Journal of Physiology-Heart and Circulatory Physiology
2009;296(5):H1651-H9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/ajpheart.00881.2008
Kruel LFM, Peyré-Tartaruga LA, Alberton CL, Müller FG, Petkowizc R. Effects
of Hydrostatic Weight on Heart Rate During Water Immersion. International
Journal of Aquatic Research and Education 2009;3:178-185.
Liu HF, Shi PC. Maximum a Posteriori Strategy for the Simultaneous Motion
and Material Property Estimation of the Heart. Ieee Transactions on
Biomedical Engineering 2009;56(2):378-89.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/tbme.2008.2006012
Tsuchimochi H, Hayes SG, McCord JL, Kaufman MP. Both central command and
exercise pressor reflex activate cardiac sympathetic nerve activity in
decerebrate cats. American Journal of Physiology-Heart and Circulatory
Physiology 2009;296(4):H1157-H63.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/ajpheart.01219.2008
Werner R, Ehrhardt J, Schmidt R, Handels H. Patient-specific finite element
modeling of respiratory lung motion using 4D CT image data. Medical Physics
2009;36(5):1500-11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1118/1.3101820
CELLULAR/SUBCELLULAR
Cai XF, Gao SJ, Cai JY, Wu YZ, Deng H. Artesunate Induced Morphological and
Mechanical Changes of Jurkat Cell Studied by AFM. Scanning 2009;31(2):83-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/sca.20144
Evans O, Caragata EP, McMeniman CJ, Woolfit M, Green DC, Williams CR et al.
Increased locomotor activity and metabolism of Aedes aegypti infected with a
life-shortening strain of Wolbachia pipientis. Journal of Experimental
Biology 2009;212(10):1436-41. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.028951
Hou HW, Li QS, Lee GYH, Kumar AP, Ong CN, Lim CT. Deformability study of
breast cancer cells using microfluidics. Biomedical Microdevices
2009;11(3):557-64. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10544-008-9262-8
Miller AM, Stella N. Microglial Cell Migration Stimulated by ATP and C5a
Involve Distinct Molecular Mechanisms: Quantification of Migration by a
Novel Near-Infrared Method. Glia 2009;57(8):875-83.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/glia.20813
Sedwick C. Peter Friedl: Painting a picture of cancer immunology. Journal of
Cell Biology 2009;185(2):180-1. http://dx.doi.org/10.1083/jcb.1852pi
Selby JC, Shannon MA. Inflation of a circular elastomeric membrane into a
horizontally semi-infinite liquid reservoir of finite vertical depth:
Quasi-static deformation model. International Journal of Engineering Science
2009;47(5-6):700-17. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijengsci.2009.01.008
COMPARATIVE
Anderson PSL, Westneat MW. A biomechanical model of feeding kinematics for
Dunkleosteus terrelli (Arthrodira, Placodermi). Paleobiology
2009;35(2):251-69.
Bartol IK, Krueger PS, Stewart WJ, Thompson JT. Pulsed jet dynamics of squid
hatchlings at intermediate Reynolds numbers. Journal of Experimental Biology
2009;212(10):1506-18. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.026948
Beck RMD. Was the Oligo-Miocene Australian metatherian Yalkaparidon a
'mammalian woodpecker'? Biological Journal of the Linnean Society
2009;97(1):1-17. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1095-8312.2009.01171.x
Camp AL, Konow N, Sanford CPJ. Functional morphology and biomechanics of the
tongue-bite apparatus in salmonid and osteoglossomorph fishes. Journal of
Anatomy 2009;214(5):717-28.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1469-7580.2009.01056.x
Lauer SK, Hillman RB, Li L, Hosgood GL. Effects of treadmill inclination on
electromyographic activity and hind limb kinematics in healthy hounds at a
walk. American Journal of Veterinary Research 2009;70(5):658-64.
van Griethuijsen LI, Trimmer BA. Kinematics of horizontal and vertical
caterpillar crawling. Journal of Experimental Biology 2009;212(10):1455-62.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.025783
Young JW. Ontogeny of joint mechanics in squirrel monkeys (Saimiri
boliviensis): functional implications for mammalian limb growth and
locomotor development. Journal of Experimental Biology 2009;212(10):1576-91http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.025460
DENTAL/ORAL/FACIAL
Allen MR, Burr DB. The Pathogenesis of Bisphosphonate-Related Osteonecrosis
of the Jaw: So Many Hypotheses, So Few Data. Journal of Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery 2009;67(5):61-70.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.joms.2009.01.007
Lovald ST, Wagner JD, Baack B. Biomechanical Optimization of Bone Plates
Used in Rigid Fixation of Mandibular Fractures. Journal of Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery 2009;67(5):973-85.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.joms.2008.12.032
Morina E, Keilig L, Jager A, Bourauel C. Biomechanical analysis of
orthodontic brackets with different closing mechanisms. Biomedizinische
Technik 2009;54(2):89-97. http://dx.doi.org/10.1515/bmt.2009.009
Yun SD, Lim SH. Effect of cutting flute length and shape on insertion and
removal torque of orthodontic mini-implants. Korean Journal of Orthodontics
2009;39(2):95-104. http://dx.doi.org/10.4041/kjod.2009.39.2.95
DIGESTIVE
Gladman MA, Aziz Q, Scott SM, Williams NS, Lunniss PJ. Rectal
hyposensitivity: pathophysiological mechanisms. Neurogastroenterology and
Motility 2009;21(5):511-21.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2982.2008.01216.x
ERGONOMICS/REHABILITATION
Borstad JD, Buetow B, Deppe E, Kyllonen J, Liekhus M, Cieminski CJ et al. A
longitudinal analysis of the effects of a preventive exercise programme on
the factors that predict shoulder pain in construction apprentices.
Ergonomics 2009;52(2):232-44. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00140130802376091
Gagnon D, Nadeau S, Noreau L, Eng JJ, Gravel D. Electromyographic patterns
of upper extremity muscles during sitting pivot transfers performed by
individuals with spinal cord injury. Journal of Electromyography and
Kinesiology 2009;19(3):509-20.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jelekin.2007.12.005
Knaepen K, Cumps E, Zinzen E, Meeusen R. Low-back problems in recreational
self-contained underwater breathing apparatus divers: Prevalence and
specific risk factors. Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on
Sport, Leisure and Ergonomics; Cheshire, ENGLAND; 2007.
Moreira V, Antunes F. ANKLE SPRAINS From Diagnosis to Management. The
Physiatric View. Acta Medica Portuguesa 2008;21(3):285-92.
Straker L, Skoss R, Burnett A, Burgess-Limerick R. Effect of visual display
height on modelled upper and lower cervical gravitational moment, muscle
capacity and relative strain. Ergonomics 2009;52(2):204-21.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00140130802331609
Szeto GPY, Straker LM, O'Sullivan PB. Examining the low, high and range
measures of muscle activity amplitudes in symptomatic and asymptomatic
computer users performing typing and mousing tasks. European Journal of
Applied Physiology 2009;106(2):243-51.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00421-009-1019-4
Won EJ, Johnson PW, Punnett L, Dennerlein JT. Upper extremity biomechanics
in computer tasks differ by gender. Journal of Electromyography and
Kinesiology 2009;19(3):428-36.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jelekin.2007.11.012
EVOLUTION/ANTHROPOLOGY
Bebej RM. Swimming Mode Inferred from Skeletal Proportions in the Fossil
Pinnipeds Enaliarctos and Allodesmus (Mammalia, Carnivora). Journal of
Mammalian Evolution 2009;16(2):77-97.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10914-008-9099-1
DeSilva JM. Functional morphology of the ankle and the likelihood of
climbing in early hominins. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
of the United States of America 2009;106(16):6567-72.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1073/pnas.0900270106
Fan B, Onteru SK, Mote BE, Serenius T, Stalder KJ, Rothschild MF.
Large-scale association study for structural soundness and leg locomotion
traits in the pig. Genetics Selection Evolution 2009;41.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1297-9686-41-14
GAIT/LOCOMOTION
Jeremy L. Controlling a system with redundant degrees of freedom: transition
from standing to walking. Journal of Comparative Physiology a-Neuroethology
Sensory Neural and Behavioral Physiology 2009;195(5):429-43.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00359-009-0421-z
Kahn JH, Hornby TG. Rapid and Long-term Adaptations in Gait Symmetry
Following Unilateral Step Training in People With Hemiparesis. Proceedings
of the Combined Sections Meeting of the
American-Physical-Therapy-Association; Las Vegas, NV; 2009.
Otoda Y, Kimura H, Takase K. Construction of a Gait Adaptation Model in
Human Split-Belt Treadmill Walking Using a Two-Dimensional Biped Robot.
Advanced Robotics 2009;23(5):535-61.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/156855309x420057
Shamji MF, Allen KD, So S, Jing LF, Adams SB, Schuh R et al. Gait
Abnormalities and Inflammatory Cytokines in an Autologous Nucleus Pulposus
Model of Radiculopathy. Spine 2009;34(7):648-54.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e318197f013
Timmis MA, Bennett SJ, Buckley JG. Visuomotor control of step descent:
evidence of specialised role of the lower visual field. Experimental Brain
Research 2009;195(2):219-27. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00221-009-1773-x
Vereijken B, Pedersen AV, Storksen JH. Early Independent Walking: A
Longitudinal Study of Load Perturbation Effects. Developmental Psychobiology
2009;51(4):374-83. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/dev.20377
Zeni JA, Higginson JS. Differences in gait parameters between healthy
subjects and persons with moderate and severe knee osteoarthritis: A result
of altered walking speed? Clinical Biomechanics 2009;24(4):372-8.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.02.001
HAND/FINGER/FOOT/TOE
Arangio GA, Salathe EP. A biomechanical analysis of posterior tibial tendon
dysfunction, medial displacement calcaneal osteotomy and flexor digitorum
longus transfer in adult acquired flat foot. Clinical Biomechanics
2009;24(4):385-90. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.01.009
Wearing SC, Smeathers JE, Yates B, Urry SR, Dubois P. Bulk compressive
properties of the heel fat pad during walking: A pilot investigation in
plantar heel pain. Clinical Biomechanics 2009;24(4):397-402.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.01.002
JOINT/CARTILAGE
Golding RE, Ponder WF, Byrne M. Three-Dimensional Reconstruction of the
Odontophoral Cartilages of Caenogastropoda (Mollusca: Gastropoda) Using
Micro-CT: Morphology and Phylogenetic Significance. Journal of Morphology
2009;270(5):558-87. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jmor.10699
Heep H, Hilken G, Hofmeister S, Wedemeyer C. Osteoarthitis of
Leptin-Deficient ob/ob Mice in Response to Biomechanical Loading in
Micro-CT. International Journal of Biological Sciences 2009;5(3):265-75.
Marzo JM. Medial Meniscus Posterior Horn Avulsion. Journal of the American
Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2009;17(5):276-83.
McNulty AL, Weinberg JB, Guilak F. Inhibition of Matrix Metalloproteinases
Enhances In Vitro Repair of the Meniscus. Clinical Orthopaedics and Related
Research 2009;467(6):1557-67. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11999-008-0596-6
Wessling M, Aach M, Herbort M, Gosheger G, Hardes J, Gebert C. The primary
stability of the hip transposition type IIb: A biomechanical in vitro studyClinical Biomechanics 2009;24(4):361-5.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.01.008
Yamamoto N, Itoi E, Abe H, Kikuchi K, Seki N, Minagawa H et al. Effect of an
Anterior Glenoid Defect on Anterior Shoulder Stability A Cadaveric Study.
American Journal of Sports Medicine 2009;37(5):949-54.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0363546508330139
METHODS
Hill A, Mehnert A, Crozier S, McMahon K. Evaluating the Accuracy and Impact
of Registration in Dynamic Contrast-Enhanced Breast MRI. Concepts in
Magnetic Resonance Part B-Magnetic Resonance Engineering 2009;35B(2):106-20http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/cmr.b.20133
Inan OT, Etemadi M, Sanchez ME, Marcu O, Bhattacharya S, Kovacs GTA. A
Miniaturized Video System for Monitoring the Locomotor Activity of Walking
Drosophila Melanogaster in Space and Terrestrial Settings. Ieee Transactions
on Biomedical Engineering 2009;56(2):522-4.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/tbme.2008.2006018
Otis MJD, Perreault S, Nguyen-Dang TL, Lambert P, Gouttefarde M, Laurendeau
D et al. Determination and Management of Cable Interferences Between Two
6-DOF Foot Platforms in a Cable-Driven Locomotion Interface. Ieee
Transactions on Systems Man and Cybernetics Part a-Systems and Humans
2009;39(3):528-44. http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/tsmca.2009.2013188
MODELING
Kim KJ, Ashton-Miller JA. Segmental dynamics of forward fall arrests: A
system identification approach. Clinical Biomechanics 2009;24(4):348-54.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.01.007
MUSCLE
Cifrek M, Medved V, Tonkovic S, Ostojic S. Surface EMG based muscle fatigue
evaluation in biomechanics. Clinical Biomechanics 2009;24(4):327-40.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.01.010
Cutlip RG, Baker BA, Hollander M, Ensey J. Injury and adaptive mechanisms in
skeletal muscle. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
2009;19(3):358-72. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jelekin.2008.06.007
Vassilakos G, James RS, Cox VM. Effect of stimulation frequency on force,
net power output, and fatigue in mouse soleus muscle in vitro. Canadian
Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology 2009;87(3):203-10.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1139/y09-002
NEURAL
Gerasimenko Y, Musienko P, Bogacheva I, Moshonkina T, Savochin A, Lavrov I
et al. Propriospinal Bypass of the Serotonergic System That Can Facilitate
Stepping. Journal of Neuroscience 2009;29(17):5681-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1523/jneurosci.6058-08.2009
Guertin PA. Recovery of Locomotor Function with Combinatory Drug Treatments
Designed to Synergistically Activate Specific Neuronal Networks. Current
Medicinal Chemistry 2009;16(11):1366-71.
Higashijima SI, Kimura Y, Satou C. Development and function of spinal
locomotor circuits in zebrafish. Genes & Genetic Systems 2008;83(6):526-.
Kim SJ, Fairchild MD, Iarkov A, Abbas JJ, Jung R. Adaptive Control of
Movement for Neuromuscular Stimulation-Assisted Therapy in a Rodent Model.
Ieee Transactions on Biomedical Engineering 2009;56(2):452-61.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/tbme.2008.2008193
Lebiedowska MK, Fisk JR. Knee resistance during passive stretch in patients
with hypertonia. Journal of Neuroscience Methods 2009;179(2):323-30.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jneumeth.2009.02.005
Lo TP, Cho KS, Garg MS, Lynch MP, Marcillo AE, Koivisto DL et al. Systemic
Hypothermia Improves Histological and Functional Outcome After Cervical
Spinal Cord Contusion in Rats. Journal of Comparative Neurology
2009;514(5):433-48. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/cne.22014
Mehta JP, Verber MD, Wieser JA, Schmit BD, Schindler-Ivens SM. A novel
technique for examining human brain activity associated with pedaling using
fMRI. Journal of Neuroscience Methods 2009;179(2):230-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jneumeth.2009.01.029
Rangani RJ, Bharne AP, Upadhya MA, Kokare DM, Dandekar MP, Subhedar NK.
Antagonism of serotonergic system potentiates the effect of
alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone on locomotor recovery after
experimental spinal cord injury. Indian Journal of Pharmacology 2008;40:514
ORTHOPAEDICS/SPINE
Anderson AL, McIff TE, Asher MA, Burton DC, Glattes RC. The Effect of
Posterior Thoracic Spine Anatomical Structures on Motion Segment Flexion
Stiffness. Spine 2009;34(5):441-6.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e318198c62d
Defino HLA, Rosa RC, Silva P, Shimano AC, Volpon JB, de Paula FJA et al. The
Effect of Repetitive Pilot-Hole Use on the Insertion Torque and Pullout
Strength of Vertebral System Screws. Spine 2009;34(9):871-6.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31819e3556
Frush TJ, Fisher TJ, Ensminger SC, Truumees E, Demetropoulos CK.
Biomechanical Evaluation of Parasagittal Occipital Plating Screw Load
Sharing Analysis. Spine 2009;34(9):877-84.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e318199692c
Horodyski M, DiPaola CP, DiPaola MJ, Conrad BP, Del Rossi G, Rechtine GR.
Comparison of the Flat Torso Versus the Elevated Torso Shoulder Pad Removal
Techniques in a Cadaveric Cervical Spine Instability Model. Spine
2009;34(7):687-91. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31819794e7
Ivancic PC, Beauchman NN, Mo F, Lawrence BD. Biomechanics of Halo-Vest and
Dens Screw Fixation for Type II Odontoid Fracture. Spine 2009;34(5):484-90.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e318195a65b
Ivanov AA, Kiapour A, Ebraheim NA, Goel V. Lumbar Fusion Leads to Increases
in Angular Motion and Stress Across Sacroiliac Joint A Finite Element StudySpine 2009;34(5):E162-E9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e3181978ea3
Kennedy OD, Brennan O, Rackard SM, O'Brien FJ, Taylor D, Lee TC. Variation
of trabecular microarchitectural parameters in cranial, caudal and
mid-vertebral regions of the ovine L3 vertebra. Journal of Anatomy
2009;214(5):729-35. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1469-7580.2009.01054.x
Koller H, Zenner J, Hitzl W, Ferraris L, Resch H, Tauber M et al. In Vivo
Analysis of Atlantoaxial Motion in Individuals Immobilized With the Halo
Thoracic Vest or Philadelphia Collar. Spine 2009;34(7):670-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31819c40f5
Lafon Y, Lafage V, Dubousset J, Skalli W. Intraoperative Three-Dimensional
Correction During Rod Rotation Technique. Spine 2009;34(5):512-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31819413ec
Lamarre ME, Parent S, Labelle H, Aubin CE, Joncas J, Cabral A et al.
Assessment of Spinal Flexibility in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
Suspension Versus Side-Bending Radiography. Spine 2009;34(6):591-7.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e318193a23d
Lonner BS, Auerbach JD, Boachie-Adjei O, Shah SA, Hosogane N, Newton PO.
Treatment of Thoracic Scoliosis Are Monoaxial Thoracic Pedicle Screws the
Best Form of Fixation for Correction? Spine 2009;34(8):845-51.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31819e2753
Phillips FM, Allen TR, Regan JJ, Albert TJ, Cappuccino A, Devine JG et al.
Cervical Disc Replacement in Patients With and Without Previous Adjacent
Level Fusion Surgery A Prospective Study. Spine 2009;34(6):556-65.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31819b061c
Zhang H, Sucato DJ, Pierce WA, Ross D. Novel Dual-Rod Screw for
Thoracoscopic Anterior Instrumentation Biomechanical Evaluation Compared
With Single-Rod and Double-Screw/Double-Rod Anterior Constructs. Spine
2009;34(5):E183-E8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31818d5c54
Zhang ZW, Song LJ, Meng QF, Li ZP, Pan BT, Yang ZH et al. Morphological
Analysis in Patients With Sciatica A Magnetic Resonance Imaging Study Using
Three-Dimensional High-Resolution Diffusion-Weighted Magnetic Resonance
Neurography Techniques. Spine 2009;34(7):E245-E50.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e318197162e
Zuhlke T, Fine J, Haughton VM, Anderson PA. Accuracy of Dynamic Computed
Tomography to Calculate Rotation Occurring at Lumbar Spinal Motion SegmentsSpine 2009;34(6):E215-E8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e318199700d
ORTHOPAEDICS/SURGERY
Bursac P, York A, Kuznia P, Brown LM, Arnoczky SP. Influence of Donor Age on
the Biomechanical and Biochemical Properties of Human Meniscal Allografts.
American Journal of Sports Medicine 2009;37(5):884-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0363546508330140
Ciccotti MG, Siegler S, Kuri JA, Thinnes JH, Murphy DJ. Comparison of the
Biomechanical Profile of the Intact Ulnar Collateral Ligament With the
Modified Jobe and the Docking Reconstructed Elbow An In Vitro Study.
American Journal of Sports Medicine 2009;37(5):974-81.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0363546508331136
Gadikota HR, Seon JK, Kozanek M, Oh LS, Gill TJ, Montgomery KD et al.
Biomechanical Comparison of Single-Tunnel-Double-Bundle and Single-Bundle
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstructions. American Journal of Sports
Medicine 2009;37(5):962-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0363546508330145
Gerber C, Pennington SD, Nyffeler RW. Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty.
Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2009;17(5):284-95.
Heiney JP, Battula S, Vrabec GA, Parikh A, Blice R, Schoenfeld AJ et al.
Impact magnitudes applied by surgeons and their importance when applying the
femoral head onto the Morse taper for total hip arthroplasty. Archives of
Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery 2009;129(6):793-6.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00402-008-0660-4
Heinlein B, Kutzner I, Graichen F, Bender A, Rohlmann A, Halder AM et al.
ESB clinical biomechanics award 2008: Complete data of total knee
replacement loading for level walking and stair climbing measured in vivo
with a follow-up of 6-10 months. Clinical Biomechanics 2009;24(4):315-26.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.01.011
Heinzelmann AD, Savoie FH, Ramsey JR, Field LD, Mazzocca AD. A Combined
Technique for Distal Biceps Repair Using a Soft Tissue Button and
Biotenodesis Interference Screw. American Journal of Sports Medicine
2009;37(5):989-94. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0363546508330130
Hsieh AH, Hwang D, Ryan DA, Freeman AK, Kim H. Degenerative Anular Changes
Induced by Puncture Are Associated With Insufficiency of Disc Biomechanical
Function. Spine 2009;34(10):998-1005.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31819c09c4
Jakubowitz E, Seeger JB, Lee C, Heisel C, Kretzer JP, Thomsen MN. Do
short-stemmed-prostheses induce periprosthetic fractures earlier than
standard hip stems? A biomechanical ex-vivo study of two different stem
designs. Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery 2009;129(6):849-55.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00402-008-0676-9
Krukhaug Y, Gjerdet NR, Lundberg OJ, Lilleng PK, Hove LM. Different
osteosyntheses for Colles' fracture. Acta Orthopaedica 2009;80(2):239-44.
http://dx.doi.org/10.3109/17453670902947440
Labib SA, Rolf R, Dacus R, Hutton WC. The "Giftbox" Repair of the Achilles
Tendon: A Modification of the Krackow Technique. Foot & Ankle International
2009;30(5):410-4. http://dx.doi.org/10.3113/fai.2009.0410
Lewis D, Lutton C, Wilson LJ, Crawford RW, Goss B. Low cost polymer
intramedullary nails for fracture fixation: a biomechanical study in a
porcine femur model. Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery
2009;129(6):817-22. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00402-009-0819-7
Naal FD, Schmied M, Munzinger U, Leunig M, Hersche O. Outcome of Hip
Resurfacing Arthroplasty in Patients with Developmental Hip Dysplasia.
Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research 2009;467(6):1516-21.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11999-008-0456-4
Namba J, Shimada K, Akita S. Osteochondritis dissecans of the humeral
trochlea with cubitus varus deformity. A case report. Acta Orthopaedica
Belgica 2009;75(2):265-9.
Perrini P, Benedetto N, Guidi E, Di Lorenzo N. TRANSORAL APPROACH AND ITS
SUPERIOR EXTENSIONS TO THE CRANIOVERTEBRAL JUNCTION MALFORMATIONS: SURGICAL
STRATEGIES AND RESULTS. Neurosurgery 2009;64(5):331-42.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1227/01.neu.0000334430.25626.dc
Pike JM, Goel D, Grewal R. Carpal instability: an update on a complex
spectrum of injury. Minerva Ortopedica E Traumatologica 2009;60(2):105-18.
Toritsuka Y, Amano H, Kuwano M, Iwai T, Mae T, Ohzono K et al. Outcome of
double-bundle ACL reconstruction using hamstring tendons. Knee Surgery
Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy 2009;17(5):456-63.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00167-008-0707-7
Vidyadhara S, Rao SK, Pandian S, Gnanadoss J. Closing lateral wedge valgus
osteotomy with dynamic hip screw for the treatment of varus nonunion of
pertrochanteric fracture: can restoration of biomechanics and stabilization
alone heal? Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery 2009;129(6):827-32.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00402-008-0791-7
Wellmann M, Kempka JP, Schanz S, Zantop T, Waizy H, Raschke MJ et al.
Coracoclavicular ligament reconstruction: biomechanical comparison of tendon
graft repairs to a synthetic double bundle augmentation. Knee Surgery Sports
Traumatology Arthroscopy 2009;17(5):521-8.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00167-009-0737-9
Weninger P, Schueller M, Jamek M, Stanzl-Tschegg S, Redl H, Tschegg EK.
Factors influencing interlocking screw failure in unreamed small diameter
nails - A biomechanical study using a distal tibia fracture model. Clinical
Biomechanics 2009;24(4):379-84.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.01.003
POSTURE/BALANCE
Horak FB, Wrisley DM, Frank J. The Balance Evaluation Systems Test (BESTest)
to Differentiate Balance Deficits. Proceedings of the Combined Section
Meeting of the American-Physical-Therapy-Association; New Orleans, LA; 2005
Reschke MF, Bloomberg JJ, Paloski WH, Mulavara AP, Feiveson AH, Harm DL.
Postural Reflexes, Balance Control, and Functional Mobility with
Long-Duration Head-Down Bed Rest. Aviation Space and Environmental Medicine
2009;80(5):A45-A54. http://dx.doi.org/10.3357/asem.br06.2009
ROBOTICS
Kwon O, Park JH. Asymmetric trajectory generation and impedance control for
running of biped robots. Autonomous Robots 2009;26(1):47-78.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10514-008-9106-7
Nakatani K, Sugimoto Y, Osuka K. Demonstration and Analysis of Quadrupedal
Passive Dynamic Walking. Advanced Robotics 2009;23(5):483-501.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/156855309x420039
Tsujita K, Kobayashi T, Masuda T. Feasibility Study on Stability of Gait
Patterns with Changeable Body Stiffness Using Pneumatic Actuators in a
Quadruped Robot. Advanced Robotics 2009;23(5):503-20.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/156855309x420084
SPORT/EXERCISE
Peyré-Tartaruga LA, Tartaruga MP, Coertjens M, Black, GL, Oliveira AR, Kruel
LFM. Physiologic and Kinematical Effects of Water Run Training on Running
Performance. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education
2009;3:135-150.
Rao G, Amarantini D, Berton E. Influence of additional load on the moments
of the agonist and antagonist muscle groups at the knee joint during closed
chain exercise. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
2009;19(3):459-66. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jelekin.2007.12.001
TISSUE/BIOMATERIAL
Gefen A. Deep Tissue Injury from a Bioengineering Point of View. Ostomy
Wound Management 2009;55(4):26-+.
Kutty JK, Webb K. Mechanomimetic Hydrogels for Vocal Fold Lamina Propria
Regeneration. Journal of Biomaterials Science-Polymer Edition
2009;20(5-6):737-56. http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/156856209x426763
Pearce T, LaBarbera M. A comparative study of the mechanical properties of
Mytilid byssal threads. Journal of Experimental Biology 2009;212(10):1442-8http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.025544
Pearce T, LaBarbera M. Biomechanics of byssal threads outside the Mytilidae:
Atrina rigida and Ctenoides mitis. Journal of Experimental Biology
2009;212(10):1449-54. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.025551
TRAUMA/IMPACT TESTING
Casson IR, Pellman EJ, Viano DC. Concussion in the National Football League:
An Overview for Neurologists (Reprinted from Neurologic Clinics, vol 26).
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America
2009;20(1):195-+. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.pmr.2008.10.006
Park MS, Levy ML. Biomechanical Aspects of Sports-Related Head Injuries
(Reprinted from Neurologic Clinics, vol 26). Physical Medicine and
Rehabilitation Clinics of North America 2009;20(1):29-+.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.pmr.2008.10.001
Stemper BD, Yoganandan N, Pintar FA, Shender BS, Paskoff GR. Physical
Effects of Ejection on the Head-Neck Complex: Demonstration of a Cadaver
Model. Aviation Space and Environmental Medicine 2009;80(5):489-94.
http://dx.doi.org/10.3357/asem.2422.2009
VETERINARY/AGRICULTURAL
Rees PA. Activity Budgets and the Relationship Between Feeding and
Stereotypic Behaviors in Asian Elephants (Elephas maximus) in a Zoo. Zoo
Biology 2009;28(2):79-97. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/Zoo.20200
VISUAL/VESTIBULAR
Kowalska MA, Kasprzak HT, Iskander DR. Comparison of high-speed
videokeratoscopy and ultrasound distance sensing for measuring the
longitudinal corneal apex movements. Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics
2009;29(3):227-34. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1475-1313.2009.00648.x
Tighilet B, Manrique C, Lacour M. STRESS AXIS PLASTICITY DURING VESTIBULAR
COMPENSATION IN THE ADULT CAT. Neuroscience 2009;160(4):716-30.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.neuroscience.2009.02.070
UNIQUE TOPIC
Benzel EC, Resnick DK, Rosenwasser RH. SHAPE MEMORY ALLOYS: METALLURGY,
BIOCOMPATIBILITY, AND BIOMECHANICS FOR NEUROSURGICAL APPLICATIONS COMMENTS.
Neurosurgery 2009;64(5):214-5.
Gai J, Gomes L, De Cardenas CJ. PTOPHOBIA The Fear of Falling in Elderly
People. Acta Medica Portuguesa 2009;22(1):83-8.
Hoh DJ, Hoh BL, Amar AP, Wang MY. SHAPE MEMORY ALLOYS: METALLURGY,
BIOCOMPATIBILITY, AND BIOMECHANICS FOR NEUROSURGICAL APPLICATIONS.
Neurosurgery 2009;64(5):199-214.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1227/01.neu.0000330392.09889.99
Mousavi SJ, Olyaei GR, Talebian S, Sanjari MA, Parnianpour M. The Effect of
Angle and Level of Exertion on Trunk Neuromuscular Performance During
Multidirectional Isometric Activities. Spine 2009;34(5):E170-E7.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31818aec05
Olszewska M, Wu JZ, Slowinska M, Rudnicka L. The 'PDA Nail' Traumatic Nail
Dystrophy in Habitual Users of Personal Digital Assistants. American Journal
of Clinical Dermatology 2009;10(3):193-6.
PICK OF THE WEEK
Reilly SM, White TD. Breathing with your belly: Abdominal exhalation,
loco-ventilatory integration and size constraints on locomotion in small
mammals. Zoology 2009;112(3):161-8.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.zool.2008.08.002
***Hurray, that’s the update, hurray***
May 15, 2009 – May 21, 2009
Literature search for biomech* or locomot*
Keith E. Gordon, PhD
Sensory Motor Performance Program
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago
***NOTE***
- Not all articles have a DOI.
- Some DOI links may not yet be available online.
- 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
Cicek E, Gokalp O, Varol R, Cesur G. Influence of Electromagnetic Fields on
Bone Fracture in Rats: Role of CAPE. Biomedical and Environmental Sciences
2009;22(2):157-60.
Holstein JH, Garcia P, Histing T, Kristen A, Scheuer C, Menger MD et al.
Advances in the Establishment of Defined Mouse Models for the Study of
Fracture Healing and Bone Regeneration. Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma
2009;23(5):S31-S8.
Li JL, Meyer R, Duncan RL, Turner CH. P2X7 Nucleotide Receptor Plays an
Important Role in Callus Remodeling During Fracture Repair. Calcified Tissue
International 2009;84(5):405-12. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00223-009-9237-7
Reynolds DG, Shaikh S, Papuga MO, Lerner AL, O'Keefe RJ, Schwarz EM et al.
mu CT-Based Measurement of Cortical Bone Graft-to-Host Union. Journal of
Bone and Mineral Research 2009;24(5):899-907.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1359/jbmr.081232
Shima Y, Engebretsen L, Iwasa J, Kitaoka K, Tomita K. Use of bisphosphonates
for the treatment of stress fractures in athletes. Knee Surgery Sports
Traumatology Arthroscopy 2009;17(5):542-50.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00167-008-0673-0
Uveges TE, Kozloff KM, Ty JM, Ledgard F, Raggio CL, Gronowicz G et al.
Alendronate Treatment of the Brtl Osteogenesis Imperfecta Mouse Improves
Femoral Geometry and Load Response Before Fracture but Decreases Predicted
Material Properties and Has Detrimental Effects on Osteoblasts and Bone
Formation. Journal of Bone and Mineral Research 2009;24(5):849-59.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1359/jbmr.081238
BOTANY
West GB, Enquist BJ, Brown JH. A general quantitative theory of forest
structure and dynamics. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of
the United States of America 2009;106(17):7040-5.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1073/pnas.0812294106
CARDIOVASCULAR/CARDIOPULMONARY
Blain G, Meste O, Blain A, Bermon S. Time-frequency analysis of heart rate
variability reveals cardiolocomotor coupling during dynamic cycling exercise
in humans. American Journal of Physiology-Heart and Circulatory Physiology
2009;296(5):H1651-H9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/ajpheart.00881.2008
Kruel LFM, Peyré-Tartaruga LA, Alberton CL, Müller FG, Petkowizc R. Effects
of Hydrostatic Weight on Heart Rate During Water Immersion. International
Journal of Aquatic Research and Education 2009;3:178-185.
Liu HF, Shi PC. Maximum a Posteriori Strategy for the Simultaneous Motion
and Material Property Estimation of the Heart. Ieee Transactions on
Biomedical Engineering 2009;56(2):378-89.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/tbme.2008.2006012
Tsuchimochi H, Hayes SG, McCord JL, Kaufman MP. Both central command and
exercise pressor reflex activate cardiac sympathetic nerve activity in
decerebrate cats. American Journal of Physiology-Heart and Circulatory
Physiology 2009;296(4):H1157-H63.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/ajpheart.01219.2008
Werner R, Ehrhardt J, Schmidt R, Handels H. Patient-specific finite element
modeling of respiratory lung motion using 4D CT image data. Medical Physics
2009;36(5):1500-11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1118/1.3101820
CELLULAR/SUBCELLULAR
Cai XF, Gao SJ, Cai JY, Wu YZ, Deng H. Artesunate Induced Morphological and
Mechanical Changes of Jurkat Cell Studied by AFM. Scanning 2009;31(2):83-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/sca.20144
Evans O, Caragata EP, McMeniman CJ, Woolfit M, Green DC, Williams CR et al.
Increased locomotor activity and metabolism of Aedes aegypti infected with a
life-shortening strain of Wolbachia pipientis. Journal of Experimental
Biology 2009;212(10):1436-41. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.028951
Hou HW, Li QS, Lee GYH, Kumar AP, Ong CN, Lim CT. Deformability study of
breast cancer cells using microfluidics. Biomedical Microdevices
2009;11(3):557-64. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10544-008-9262-8
Miller AM, Stella N. Microglial Cell Migration Stimulated by ATP and C5a
Involve Distinct Molecular Mechanisms: Quantification of Migration by a
Novel Near-Infrared Method. Glia 2009;57(8):875-83.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/glia.20813
Sedwick C. Peter Friedl: Painting a picture of cancer immunology. Journal of
Cell Biology 2009;185(2):180-1. http://dx.doi.org/10.1083/jcb.1852pi
Selby JC, Shannon MA. Inflation of a circular elastomeric membrane into a
horizontally semi-infinite liquid reservoir of finite vertical depth:
Quasi-static deformation model. International Journal of Engineering Science
2009;47(5-6):700-17. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijengsci.2009.01.008
COMPARATIVE
Anderson PSL, Westneat MW. A biomechanical model of feeding kinematics for
Dunkleosteus terrelli (Arthrodira, Placodermi). Paleobiology
2009;35(2):251-69.
Bartol IK, Krueger PS, Stewart WJ, Thompson JT. Pulsed jet dynamics of squid
hatchlings at intermediate Reynolds numbers. Journal of Experimental Biology
2009;212(10):1506-18. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.026948
Beck RMD. Was the Oligo-Miocene Australian metatherian Yalkaparidon a
'mammalian woodpecker'? Biological Journal of the Linnean Society
2009;97(1):1-17. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1095-8312.2009.01171.x
Camp AL, Konow N, Sanford CPJ. Functional morphology and biomechanics of the
tongue-bite apparatus in salmonid and osteoglossomorph fishes. Journal of
Anatomy 2009;214(5):717-28.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1469-7580.2009.01056.x
Lauer SK, Hillman RB, Li L, Hosgood GL. Effects of treadmill inclination on
electromyographic activity and hind limb kinematics in healthy hounds at a
walk. American Journal of Veterinary Research 2009;70(5):658-64.
van Griethuijsen LI, Trimmer BA. Kinematics of horizontal and vertical
caterpillar crawling. Journal of Experimental Biology 2009;212(10):1455-62.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.025783
Young JW. Ontogeny of joint mechanics in squirrel monkeys (Saimiri
boliviensis): functional implications for mammalian limb growth and
locomotor development. Journal of Experimental Biology 2009;212(10):1576-91http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.025460
DENTAL/ORAL/FACIAL
Allen MR, Burr DB. The Pathogenesis of Bisphosphonate-Related Osteonecrosis
of the Jaw: So Many Hypotheses, So Few Data. Journal of Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery 2009;67(5):61-70.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.joms.2009.01.007
Lovald ST, Wagner JD, Baack B. Biomechanical Optimization of Bone Plates
Used in Rigid Fixation of Mandibular Fractures. Journal of Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery 2009;67(5):973-85.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.joms.2008.12.032
Morina E, Keilig L, Jager A, Bourauel C. Biomechanical analysis of
orthodontic brackets with different closing mechanisms. Biomedizinische
Technik 2009;54(2):89-97. http://dx.doi.org/10.1515/bmt.2009.009
Yun SD, Lim SH. Effect of cutting flute length and shape on insertion and
removal torque of orthodontic mini-implants. Korean Journal of Orthodontics
2009;39(2):95-104. http://dx.doi.org/10.4041/kjod.2009.39.2.95
DIGESTIVE
Gladman MA, Aziz Q, Scott SM, Williams NS, Lunniss PJ. Rectal
hyposensitivity: pathophysiological mechanisms. Neurogastroenterology and
Motility 2009;21(5):511-21.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2982.2008.01216.x
ERGONOMICS/REHABILITATION
Borstad JD, Buetow B, Deppe E, Kyllonen J, Liekhus M, Cieminski CJ et al. A
longitudinal analysis of the effects of a preventive exercise programme on
the factors that predict shoulder pain in construction apprentices.
Ergonomics 2009;52(2):232-44. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00140130802376091
Gagnon D, Nadeau S, Noreau L, Eng JJ, Gravel D. Electromyographic patterns
of upper extremity muscles during sitting pivot transfers performed by
individuals with spinal cord injury. Journal of Electromyography and
Kinesiology 2009;19(3):509-20.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jelekin.2007.12.005
Knaepen K, Cumps E, Zinzen E, Meeusen R. Low-back problems in recreational
self-contained underwater breathing apparatus divers: Prevalence and
specific risk factors. Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on
Sport, Leisure and Ergonomics; Cheshire, ENGLAND; 2007.
Moreira V, Antunes F. ANKLE SPRAINS From Diagnosis to Management. The
Physiatric View. Acta Medica Portuguesa 2008;21(3):285-92.
Straker L, Skoss R, Burnett A, Burgess-Limerick R. Effect of visual display
height on modelled upper and lower cervical gravitational moment, muscle
capacity and relative strain. Ergonomics 2009;52(2):204-21.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00140130802331609
Szeto GPY, Straker LM, O'Sullivan PB. Examining the low, high and range
measures of muscle activity amplitudes in symptomatic and asymptomatic
computer users performing typing and mousing tasks. European Journal of
Applied Physiology 2009;106(2):243-51.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00421-009-1019-4
Won EJ, Johnson PW, Punnett L, Dennerlein JT. Upper extremity biomechanics
in computer tasks differ by gender. Journal of Electromyography and
Kinesiology 2009;19(3):428-36.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jelekin.2007.11.012
EVOLUTION/ANTHROPOLOGY
Bebej RM. Swimming Mode Inferred from Skeletal Proportions in the Fossil
Pinnipeds Enaliarctos and Allodesmus (Mammalia, Carnivora). Journal of
Mammalian Evolution 2009;16(2):77-97.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10914-008-9099-1
DeSilva JM. Functional morphology of the ankle and the likelihood of
climbing in early hominins. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
of the United States of America 2009;106(16):6567-72.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1073/pnas.0900270106
Fan B, Onteru SK, Mote BE, Serenius T, Stalder KJ, Rothschild MF.
Large-scale association study for structural soundness and leg locomotion
traits in the pig. Genetics Selection Evolution 2009;41.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1297-9686-41-14
GAIT/LOCOMOTION
Jeremy L. Controlling a system with redundant degrees of freedom: transition
from standing to walking. Journal of Comparative Physiology a-Neuroethology
Sensory Neural and Behavioral Physiology 2009;195(5):429-43.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00359-009-0421-z
Kahn JH, Hornby TG. Rapid and Long-term Adaptations in Gait Symmetry
Following Unilateral Step Training in People With Hemiparesis. Proceedings
of the Combined Sections Meeting of the
American-Physical-Therapy-Association; Las Vegas, NV; 2009.
Otoda Y, Kimura H, Takase K. Construction of a Gait Adaptation Model in
Human Split-Belt Treadmill Walking Using a Two-Dimensional Biped Robot.
Advanced Robotics 2009;23(5):535-61.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/156855309x420057
Shamji MF, Allen KD, So S, Jing LF, Adams SB, Schuh R et al. Gait
Abnormalities and Inflammatory Cytokines in an Autologous Nucleus Pulposus
Model of Radiculopathy. Spine 2009;34(7):648-54.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e318197f013
Timmis MA, Bennett SJ, Buckley JG. Visuomotor control of step descent:
evidence of specialised role of the lower visual field. Experimental Brain
Research 2009;195(2):219-27. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00221-009-1773-x
Vereijken B, Pedersen AV, Storksen JH. Early Independent Walking: A
Longitudinal Study of Load Perturbation Effects. Developmental Psychobiology
2009;51(4):374-83. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/dev.20377
Zeni JA, Higginson JS. Differences in gait parameters between healthy
subjects and persons with moderate and severe knee osteoarthritis: A result
of altered walking speed? Clinical Biomechanics 2009;24(4):372-8.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.02.001
HAND/FINGER/FOOT/TOE
Arangio GA, Salathe EP. A biomechanical analysis of posterior tibial tendon
dysfunction, medial displacement calcaneal osteotomy and flexor digitorum
longus transfer in adult acquired flat foot. Clinical Biomechanics
2009;24(4):385-90. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.01.009
Wearing SC, Smeathers JE, Yates B, Urry SR, Dubois P. Bulk compressive
properties of the heel fat pad during walking: A pilot investigation in
plantar heel pain. Clinical Biomechanics 2009;24(4):397-402.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.01.002
JOINT/CARTILAGE
Golding RE, Ponder WF, Byrne M. Three-Dimensional Reconstruction of the
Odontophoral Cartilages of Caenogastropoda (Mollusca: Gastropoda) Using
Micro-CT: Morphology and Phylogenetic Significance. Journal of Morphology
2009;270(5):558-87. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jmor.10699
Heep H, Hilken G, Hofmeister S, Wedemeyer C. Osteoarthitis of
Leptin-Deficient ob/ob Mice in Response to Biomechanical Loading in
Micro-CT. International Journal of Biological Sciences 2009;5(3):265-75.
Marzo JM. Medial Meniscus Posterior Horn Avulsion. Journal of the American
Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2009;17(5):276-83.
McNulty AL, Weinberg JB, Guilak F. Inhibition of Matrix Metalloproteinases
Enhances In Vitro Repair of the Meniscus. Clinical Orthopaedics and Related
Research 2009;467(6):1557-67. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11999-008-0596-6
Wessling M, Aach M, Herbort M, Gosheger G, Hardes J, Gebert C. The primary
stability of the hip transposition type IIb: A biomechanical in vitro studyClinical Biomechanics 2009;24(4):361-5.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.01.008
Yamamoto N, Itoi E, Abe H, Kikuchi K, Seki N, Minagawa H et al. Effect of an
Anterior Glenoid Defect on Anterior Shoulder Stability A Cadaveric Study.
American Journal of Sports Medicine 2009;37(5):949-54.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0363546508330139
METHODS
Hill A, Mehnert A, Crozier S, McMahon K. Evaluating the Accuracy and Impact
of Registration in Dynamic Contrast-Enhanced Breast MRI. Concepts in
Magnetic Resonance Part B-Magnetic Resonance Engineering 2009;35B(2):106-20http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/cmr.b.20133
Inan OT, Etemadi M, Sanchez ME, Marcu O, Bhattacharya S, Kovacs GTA. A
Miniaturized Video System for Monitoring the Locomotor Activity of Walking
Drosophila Melanogaster in Space and Terrestrial Settings. Ieee Transactions
on Biomedical Engineering 2009;56(2):522-4.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/tbme.2008.2006018
Otis MJD, Perreault S, Nguyen-Dang TL, Lambert P, Gouttefarde M, Laurendeau
D et al. Determination and Management of Cable Interferences Between Two
6-DOF Foot Platforms in a Cable-Driven Locomotion Interface. Ieee
Transactions on Systems Man and Cybernetics Part a-Systems and Humans
2009;39(3):528-44. http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/tsmca.2009.2013188
MODELING
Kim KJ, Ashton-Miller JA. Segmental dynamics of forward fall arrests: A
system identification approach. Clinical Biomechanics 2009;24(4):348-54.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.01.007
MUSCLE
Cifrek M, Medved V, Tonkovic S, Ostojic S. Surface EMG based muscle fatigue
evaluation in biomechanics. Clinical Biomechanics 2009;24(4):327-40.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.01.010
Cutlip RG, Baker BA, Hollander M, Ensey J. Injury and adaptive mechanisms in
skeletal muscle. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
2009;19(3):358-72. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jelekin.2008.06.007
Vassilakos G, James RS, Cox VM. Effect of stimulation frequency on force,
net power output, and fatigue in mouse soleus muscle in vitro. Canadian
Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology 2009;87(3):203-10.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1139/y09-002
NEURAL
Gerasimenko Y, Musienko P, Bogacheva I, Moshonkina T, Savochin A, Lavrov I
et al. Propriospinal Bypass of the Serotonergic System That Can Facilitate
Stepping. Journal of Neuroscience 2009;29(17):5681-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1523/jneurosci.6058-08.2009
Guertin PA. Recovery of Locomotor Function with Combinatory Drug Treatments
Designed to Synergistically Activate Specific Neuronal Networks. Current
Medicinal Chemistry 2009;16(11):1366-71.
Higashijima SI, Kimura Y, Satou C. Development and function of spinal
locomotor circuits in zebrafish. Genes & Genetic Systems 2008;83(6):526-.
Kim SJ, Fairchild MD, Iarkov A, Abbas JJ, Jung R. Adaptive Control of
Movement for Neuromuscular Stimulation-Assisted Therapy in a Rodent Model.
Ieee Transactions on Biomedical Engineering 2009;56(2):452-61.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/tbme.2008.2008193
Lebiedowska MK, Fisk JR. Knee resistance during passive stretch in patients
with hypertonia. Journal of Neuroscience Methods 2009;179(2):323-30.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jneumeth.2009.02.005
Lo TP, Cho KS, Garg MS, Lynch MP, Marcillo AE, Koivisto DL et al. Systemic
Hypothermia Improves Histological and Functional Outcome After Cervical
Spinal Cord Contusion in Rats. Journal of Comparative Neurology
2009;514(5):433-48. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/cne.22014
Mehta JP, Verber MD, Wieser JA, Schmit BD, Schindler-Ivens SM. A novel
technique for examining human brain activity associated with pedaling using
fMRI. Journal of Neuroscience Methods 2009;179(2):230-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jneumeth.2009.01.029
Rangani RJ, Bharne AP, Upadhya MA, Kokare DM, Dandekar MP, Subhedar NK.
Antagonism of serotonergic system potentiates the effect of
alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone on locomotor recovery after
experimental spinal cord injury. Indian Journal of Pharmacology 2008;40:514
ORTHOPAEDICS/SPINE
Anderson AL, McIff TE, Asher MA, Burton DC, Glattes RC. The Effect of
Posterior Thoracic Spine Anatomical Structures on Motion Segment Flexion
Stiffness. Spine 2009;34(5):441-6.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e318198c62d
Defino HLA, Rosa RC, Silva P, Shimano AC, Volpon JB, de Paula FJA et al. The
Effect of Repetitive Pilot-Hole Use on the Insertion Torque and Pullout
Strength of Vertebral System Screws. Spine 2009;34(9):871-6.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31819e3556
Frush TJ, Fisher TJ, Ensminger SC, Truumees E, Demetropoulos CK.
Biomechanical Evaluation of Parasagittal Occipital Plating Screw Load
Sharing Analysis. Spine 2009;34(9):877-84.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e318199692c
Horodyski M, DiPaola CP, DiPaola MJ, Conrad BP, Del Rossi G, Rechtine GR.
Comparison of the Flat Torso Versus the Elevated Torso Shoulder Pad Removal
Techniques in a Cadaveric Cervical Spine Instability Model. Spine
2009;34(7):687-91. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31819794e7
Ivancic PC, Beauchman NN, Mo F, Lawrence BD. Biomechanics of Halo-Vest and
Dens Screw Fixation for Type II Odontoid Fracture. Spine 2009;34(5):484-90.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e318195a65b
Ivanov AA, Kiapour A, Ebraheim NA, Goel V. Lumbar Fusion Leads to Increases
in Angular Motion and Stress Across Sacroiliac Joint A Finite Element StudySpine 2009;34(5):E162-E9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e3181978ea3
Kennedy OD, Brennan O, Rackard SM, O'Brien FJ, Taylor D, Lee TC. Variation
of trabecular microarchitectural parameters in cranial, caudal and
mid-vertebral regions of the ovine L3 vertebra. Journal of Anatomy
2009;214(5):729-35. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1469-7580.2009.01054.x
Koller H, Zenner J, Hitzl W, Ferraris L, Resch H, Tauber M et al. In Vivo
Analysis of Atlantoaxial Motion in Individuals Immobilized With the Halo
Thoracic Vest or Philadelphia Collar. Spine 2009;34(7):670-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31819c40f5
Lafon Y, Lafage V, Dubousset J, Skalli W. Intraoperative Three-Dimensional
Correction During Rod Rotation Technique. Spine 2009;34(5):512-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31819413ec
Lamarre ME, Parent S, Labelle H, Aubin CE, Joncas J, Cabral A et al.
Assessment of Spinal Flexibility in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
Suspension Versus Side-Bending Radiography. Spine 2009;34(6):591-7.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e318193a23d
Lonner BS, Auerbach JD, Boachie-Adjei O, Shah SA, Hosogane N, Newton PO.
Treatment of Thoracic Scoliosis Are Monoaxial Thoracic Pedicle Screws the
Best Form of Fixation for Correction? Spine 2009;34(8):845-51.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31819e2753
Phillips FM, Allen TR, Regan JJ, Albert TJ, Cappuccino A, Devine JG et al.
Cervical Disc Replacement in Patients With and Without Previous Adjacent
Level Fusion Surgery A Prospective Study. Spine 2009;34(6):556-65.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31819b061c
Zhang H, Sucato DJ, Pierce WA, Ross D. Novel Dual-Rod Screw for
Thoracoscopic Anterior Instrumentation Biomechanical Evaluation Compared
With Single-Rod and Double-Screw/Double-Rod Anterior Constructs. Spine
2009;34(5):E183-E8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31818d5c54
Zhang ZW, Song LJ, Meng QF, Li ZP, Pan BT, Yang ZH et al. Morphological
Analysis in Patients With Sciatica A Magnetic Resonance Imaging Study Using
Three-Dimensional High-Resolution Diffusion-Weighted Magnetic Resonance
Neurography Techniques. Spine 2009;34(7):E245-E50.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e318197162e
Zuhlke T, Fine J, Haughton VM, Anderson PA. Accuracy of Dynamic Computed
Tomography to Calculate Rotation Occurring at Lumbar Spinal Motion SegmentsSpine 2009;34(6):E215-E8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e318199700d
ORTHOPAEDICS/SURGERY
Bursac P, York A, Kuznia P, Brown LM, Arnoczky SP. Influence of Donor Age on
the Biomechanical and Biochemical Properties of Human Meniscal Allografts.
American Journal of Sports Medicine 2009;37(5):884-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0363546508330140
Ciccotti MG, Siegler S, Kuri JA, Thinnes JH, Murphy DJ. Comparison of the
Biomechanical Profile of the Intact Ulnar Collateral Ligament With the
Modified Jobe and the Docking Reconstructed Elbow An In Vitro Study.
American Journal of Sports Medicine 2009;37(5):974-81.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0363546508331136
Gadikota HR, Seon JK, Kozanek M, Oh LS, Gill TJ, Montgomery KD et al.
Biomechanical Comparison of Single-Tunnel-Double-Bundle and Single-Bundle
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstructions. American Journal of Sports
Medicine 2009;37(5):962-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0363546508330145
Gerber C, Pennington SD, Nyffeler RW. Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty.
Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2009;17(5):284-95.
Heiney JP, Battula S, Vrabec GA, Parikh A, Blice R, Schoenfeld AJ et al.
Impact magnitudes applied by surgeons and their importance when applying the
femoral head onto the Morse taper for total hip arthroplasty. Archives of
Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery 2009;129(6):793-6.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00402-008-0660-4
Heinlein B, Kutzner I, Graichen F, Bender A, Rohlmann A, Halder AM et al.
ESB clinical biomechanics award 2008: Complete data of total knee
replacement loading for level walking and stair climbing measured in vivo
with a follow-up of 6-10 months. Clinical Biomechanics 2009;24(4):315-26.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.01.011
Heinzelmann AD, Savoie FH, Ramsey JR, Field LD, Mazzocca AD. A Combined
Technique for Distal Biceps Repair Using a Soft Tissue Button and
Biotenodesis Interference Screw. American Journal of Sports Medicine
2009;37(5):989-94. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0363546508330130
Hsieh AH, Hwang D, Ryan DA, Freeman AK, Kim H. Degenerative Anular Changes
Induced by Puncture Are Associated With Insufficiency of Disc Biomechanical
Function. Spine 2009;34(10):998-1005.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31819c09c4
Jakubowitz E, Seeger JB, Lee C, Heisel C, Kretzer JP, Thomsen MN. Do
short-stemmed-prostheses induce periprosthetic fractures earlier than
standard hip stems? A biomechanical ex-vivo study of two different stem
designs. Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery 2009;129(6):849-55.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00402-008-0676-9
Krukhaug Y, Gjerdet NR, Lundberg OJ, Lilleng PK, Hove LM. Different
osteosyntheses for Colles' fracture. Acta Orthopaedica 2009;80(2):239-44.
http://dx.doi.org/10.3109/17453670902947440
Labib SA, Rolf R, Dacus R, Hutton WC. The "Giftbox" Repair of the Achilles
Tendon: A Modification of the Krackow Technique. Foot & Ankle International
2009;30(5):410-4. http://dx.doi.org/10.3113/fai.2009.0410
Lewis D, Lutton C, Wilson LJ, Crawford RW, Goss B. Low cost polymer
intramedullary nails for fracture fixation: a biomechanical study in a
porcine femur model. Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery
2009;129(6):817-22. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00402-009-0819-7
Naal FD, Schmied M, Munzinger U, Leunig M, Hersche O. Outcome of Hip
Resurfacing Arthroplasty in Patients with Developmental Hip Dysplasia.
Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research 2009;467(6):1516-21.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11999-008-0456-4
Namba J, Shimada K, Akita S. Osteochondritis dissecans of the humeral
trochlea with cubitus varus deformity. A case report. Acta Orthopaedica
Belgica 2009;75(2):265-9.
Perrini P, Benedetto N, Guidi E, Di Lorenzo N. TRANSORAL APPROACH AND ITS
SUPERIOR EXTENSIONS TO THE CRANIOVERTEBRAL JUNCTION MALFORMATIONS: SURGICAL
STRATEGIES AND RESULTS. Neurosurgery 2009;64(5):331-42.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1227/01.neu.0000334430.25626.dc
Pike JM, Goel D, Grewal R. Carpal instability: an update on a complex
spectrum of injury. Minerva Ortopedica E Traumatologica 2009;60(2):105-18.
Toritsuka Y, Amano H, Kuwano M, Iwai T, Mae T, Ohzono K et al. Outcome of
double-bundle ACL reconstruction using hamstring tendons. Knee Surgery
Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy 2009;17(5):456-63.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00167-008-0707-7
Vidyadhara S, Rao SK, Pandian S, Gnanadoss J. Closing lateral wedge valgus
osteotomy with dynamic hip screw for the treatment of varus nonunion of
pertrochanteric fracture: can restoration of biomechanics and stabilization
alone heal? Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery 2009;129(6):827-32.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00402-008-0791-7
Wellmann M, Kempka JP, Schanz S, Zantop T, Waizy H, Raschke MJ et al.
Coracoclavicular ligament reconstruction: biomechanical comparison of tendon
graft repairs to a synthetic double bundle augmentation. Knee Surgery Sports
Traumatology Arthroscopy 2009;17(5):521-8.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00167-009-0737-9
Weninger P, Schueller M, Jamek M, Stanzl-Tschegg S, Redl H, Tschegg EK.
Factors influencing interlocking screw failure in unreamed small diameter
nails - A biomechanical study using a distal tibia fracture model. Clinical
Biomechanics 2009;24(4):379-84.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.01.003
POSTURE/BALANCE
Horak FB, Wrisley DM, Frank J. The Balance Evaluation Systems Test (BESTest)
to Differentiate Balance Deficits. Proceedings of the Combined Section
Meeting of the American-Physical-Therapy-Association; New Orleans, LA; 2005
Reschke MF, Bloomberg JJ, Paloski WH, Mulavara AP, Feiveson AH, Harm DL.
Postural Reflexes, Balance Control, and Functional Mobility with
Long-Duration Head-Down Bed Rest. Aviation Space and Environmental Medicine
2009;80(5):A45-A54. http://dx.doi.org/10.3357/asem.br06.2009
ROBOTICS
Kwon O, Park JH. Asymmetric trajectory generation and impedance control for
running of biped robots. Autonomous Robots 2009;26(1):47-78.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10514-008-9106-7
Nakatani K, Sugimoto Y, Osuka K. Demonstration and Analysis of Quadrupedal
Passive Dynamic Walking. Advanced Robotics 2009;23(5):483-501.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/156855309x420039
Tsujita K, Kobayashi T, Masuda T. Feasibility Study on Stability of Gait
Patterns with Changeable Body Stiffness Using Pneumatic Actuators in a
Quadruped Robot. Advanced Robotics 2009;23(5):503-20.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/156855309x420084
SPORT/EXERCISE
Peyré-Tartaruga LA, Tartaruga MP, Coertjens M, Black, GL, Oliveira AR, Kruel
LFM. Physiologic and Kinematical Effects of Water Run Training on Running
Performance. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education
2009;3:135-150.
Rao G, Amarantini D, Berton E. Influence of additional load on the moments
of the agonist and antagonist muscle groups at the knee joint during closed
chain exercise. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
2009;19(3):459-66. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jelekin.2007.12.001
TISSUE/BIOMATERIAL
Gefen A. Deep Tissue Injury from a Bioengineering Point of View. Ostomy
Wound Management 2009;55(4):26-+.
Kutty JK, Webb K. Mechanomimetic Hydrogels for Vocal Fold Lamina Propria
Regeneration. Journal of Biomaterials Science-Polymer Edition
2009;20(5-6):737-56. http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/156856209x426763
Pearce T, LaBarbera M. A comparative study of the mechanical properties of
Mytilid byssal threads. Journal of Experimental Biology 2009;212(10):1442-8http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.025544
Pearce T, LaBarbera M. Biomechanics of byssal threads outside the Mytilidae:
Atrina rigida and Ctenoides mitis. Journal of Experimental Biology
2009;212(10):1449-54. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.025551
TRAUMA/IMPACT TESTING
Casson IR, Pellman EJ, Viano DC. Concussion in the National Football League:
An Overview for Neurologists (Reprinted from Neurologic Clinics, vol 26).
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America
2009;20(1):195-+. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.pmr.2008.10.006
Park MS, Levy ML. Biomechanical Aspects of Sports-Related Head Injuries
(Reprinted from Neurologic Clinics, vol 26). Physical Medicine and
Rehabilitation Clinics of North America 2009;20(1):29-+.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.pmr.2008.10.001
Stemper BD, Yoganandan N, Pintar FA, Shender BS, Paskoff GR. Physical
Effects of Ejection on the Head-Neck Complex: Demonstration of a Cadaver
Model. Aviation Space and Environmental Medicine 2009;80(5):489-94.
http://dx.doi.org/10.3357/asem.2422.2009
VETERINARY/AGRICULTURAL
Rees PA. Activity Budgets and the Relationship Between Feeding and
Stereotypic Behaviors in Asian Elephants (Elephas maximus) in a Zoo. Zoo
Biology 2009;28(2):79-97. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/Zoo.20200
VISUAL/VESTIBULAR
Kowalska MA, Kasprzak HT, Iskander DR. Comparison of high-speed
videokeratoscopy and ultrasound distance sensing for measuring the
longitudinal corneal apex movements. Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics
2009;29(3):227-34. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1475-1313.2009.00648.x
Tighilet B, Manrique C, Lacour M. STRESS AXIS PLASTICITY DURING VESTIBULAR
COMPENSATION IN THE ADULT CAT. Neuroscience 2009;160(4):716-30.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.neuroscience.2009.02.070
UNIQUE TOPIC
Benzel EC, Resnick DK, Rosenwasser RH. SHAPE MEMORY ALLOYS: METALLURGY,
BIOCOMPATIBILITY, AND BIOMECHANICS FOR NEUROSURGICAL APPLICATIONS COMMENTS.
Neurosurgery 2009;64(5):214-5.
Gai J, Gomes L, De Cardenas CJ. PTOPHOBIA The Fear of Falling in Elderly
People. Acta Medica Portuguesa 2009;22(1):83-8.
Hoh DJ, Hoh BL, Amar AP, Wang MY. SHAPE MEMORY ALLOYS: METALLURGY,
BIOCOMPATIBILITY, AND BIOMECHANICS FOR NEUROSURGICAL APPLICATIONS.
Neurosurgery 2009;64(5):199-214.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1227/01.neu.0000330392.09889.99
Mousavi SJ, Olyaei GR, Talebian S, Sanjari MA, Parnianpour M. The Effect of
Angle and Level of Exertion on Trunk Neuromuscular Performance During
Multidirectional Isometric Activities. Spine 2009;34(5):E170-E7.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31818aec05
Olszewska M, Wu JZ, Slowinska M, Rudnicka L. The 'PDA Nail' Traumatic Nail
Dystrophy in Habitual Users of Personal Digital Assistants. American Journal
of Clinical Dermatology 2009;10(3):193-6.
PICK OF THE WEEK
Reilly SM, White TD. Breathing with your belly: Abdominal exhalation,
loco-ventilatory integration and size constraints on locomotion in small
mammals. Zoology 2009;112(3):161-8.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.zool.2008.08.002
***Hurray, that’s the update, hurray***