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LITERATURE UPDATE
January 03, 2013 – January 09, 2013
Literature search for biomech* or locomot*
Christopher J. Arellano, PhD
Neurophysiology of Movement Laboratory
University of Colorado Boulder
************************************************** ***************
***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*
Koo KH, Lee JH, Chang BS and Lee CK. Effects of alendronate on lumbar posterolateral fusion using hydroxyapatite in rabbits. Artificial Organs;36(12):1047-55. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1525-1594.2012.01509.x
*CELLULAR / SUBCELLULAR*
Deumens R, Van Gorp SFJ, Bozkurt A, Beckmann C, Fuhrmann T, Montzka K, et al. Motor outcome and allodynia are largely unaffected by novel olfactory ensheathing cell grafts to repair low-thoracic lesion gaps in the adult rat spinal cord. Behavioural Brain Research;237:185-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.bbr.2012.09.036
Mandenius CF. Biomechatronics for designing bioprocess monitoring and control systems: Application to stem cell production. Journal of Biotechnology;162(4):430-40. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiotec.2012.09.001
Wolchok JC and Tresco PA. Using growth factor conditioning to modify the properties of human cell derived extracellular matrix. Biotechnology Progress;28(6):1581-7. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/btpr.1625
*COMPARATIVE*
Tyrakowski T, Kaczorowski P, Pawlowicz W, Ziolkowski M, Smuszkiewicz P, Trojanowska I, et al. Discrete movements of foot epithelium during adhesive locomotion of a land snail. Folia Biologica;60(1-2):99-106. http://dx.doi.org/10.3409/fb60_1-2.99-106
*DENTAL / ORAL / FACIAL*
Mazzo CR, dos Reis AC, Shimano AC and Valente MLD. In vitro analysis of the influence of surface treatment of dental implants on primary stability. Brazilian Oral Research;26(4):313-7.
Savoldelli C, Bouchard PO, Maniere-Ezvan A, Bettega G and Tillier Y. Comparison of stress distribution in the temporomandibular joint during jaw closing before and after symphyseal distraction: A finite element study. International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery;41(12):1474-82. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijom.2012.06.005
*DIGESTIVE*
Bourgouin S, Bege T, Masson C, Arnoux PJ, Mancini J, Garcia S, et al. Biomechanical characterisation of fresh and cadaverous human small intestine: Applications for abdominal trauma. Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing;50(12):1279-88. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11517-012-0964-y
*EVOLUTION / ANTHROPOLOGY*
O'Higgins P, Fitton LC, Phillips R, Shi JF, Liu J, Groning F, et al. Virtual functional morphology: Novel approaches to the study of craniofacial form and function. Evolutionary Biology;39(4):521-35. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11692-012-9173-8
*GAIT / LOCOMOTION*
Aftab Z, Robert T and Wieber PB. Predicting multiple step placements for human balance recovery tasks. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2804-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.08.038
Chagnaud BP, Simmers J and Straka H. Predictability of visual perturbation during locomotion: Implications for corrective efference copy signaling. Biological Cybernetics;106(11-12):669-79. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00422-012-0528-0
Chockalingam N, Chatterley F, Healy AC, Greenhalgh A and Branthwaite HR. Comparison of pelvic complex kinematics during treadmill and overground walking. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation;93(12):2302-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2011.10.022
Enders H, von Tscharner V and Nigg BM. Analysis of damped tissue vibrations in time-frequency space: A wavelet-based approach. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2855-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.08.027
Kluitenberg B, Bredeweg SW, Zijlstra S, Zijlstra W and Buist I. Comparison of vertical ground reaction forces during overground and treadmill running. A validation study. Bmc Musculoskeletal Disorders;13. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1471-2474-13-235
Oh K, Baek J and Park S. Gait strategy changes with acceleration to accommodate the biomechanical constraint on push-off propulsion. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2920-6. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.06.032
Roemmich RT, Stegemoller EL and Hass CJ. Lower extremity sagittal joint moment production during split-belt treadmill walking. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2817-21. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.08.036
*HAND / FINGER / FOOT / TOE*
Hashim AYB, Abu Osman NA, Abas W and Latif LA. Approximating the relationship among the degree of the reaction forces and the nodes on footprint during a stance phase. Applied Mathematical Modelling;37(1-2):258-64. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apm.2011.11.089
*JOINT / CARTILAGE*
Casabona A, Valle MS, Pisasale M, Panto MR and Cioni M. Functional assessments of the knee joint biomechanics by using pendulum test in adults with down syndrome. Journal of Applied Physiology;113(11):1747-55. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/japplphysiol.00960.2012
*METHODS*
Chan DD and Neu CP. Probing articular cartilage damage and disease by quantitative magnetic resonance imaging. Journal of the Royal Society Interface;10(78). http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsif.2012.0608
Chen JJ and Lu GX. Finite element modelling of nanoindentation based methods for mechanical properties of cells. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2810-6. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.08.037
Dellimore KH and Scheffer C. Optimal chest compression in cardiopulmonary resuscitation depends upon thoracic and back support stiffness. Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing;50(12):1269-78. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11517-012-0963-z
Muramoto A, Imagama S, Ito Z, Hirano K, Ishiguro N and Hasegawa Y. Physical performance tests are useful for evaluating and monitoring the severity of locomotive syndrome. Journal of Orthopaedic Science;17(6):782-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00776-012-0283-z
*MODELING*
Brassey CA, Margetts L, Kitchener AC, Withers PJ, Manning PL and Sellers WI. Finite element modelling versus classic beam theory: Comparing methods for stress estimation in a morphologically diverse sample of vertebrate long bones. Journal of the Royal Society Interface;10(79). http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsif.2012.0823
Ramachandran M, Laakso A, Harbaugh RE and Raghavan ML. On the role of modeling choices in estimation of cerebral aneurysm wall tension. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2914-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.07.029
Stavness I, Lloyd JE and Fels S. Automatic prediction of tongue muscle activations using a finite element model. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2841-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.08.031
Wang QM, Feng JJ and Pismen LM. A cell-level biomechanical model of drosophila dorsal closure. Biophysical Journal;103(11):2265-74. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.bpj.2012.09.036
Wen FL, Leung KT and Chen HY. Trajectories of listeria-type motility in two dimensions. Physical Review E;86(5). http://dx.doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevE.86.061902
Zhu QQ, Jackson AR and Gu WY. Cell viability in intervertebral disc under various nutritional and dynamic loading conditions: 3d finite element analysis. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2769-77. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.08.044
*NEURAL*
Baumbauer KM, Lee KH, Puga DA, Woller SA, Hughes AJ and Grau JW. Temporal regularity determines the impact of electrical stimulation on tactile reactivity and response to capsaicin in spinally transected rats. Neuroscience;227:119-33. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.neuroscience.2012.09.054
Bolton DAE and Misiaszek JE. Effects of ankle extensor muscle afferent inputs on hip abductor and adductor activity in the decerebrate walking cat. Journal of Neurophysiology;108(11):3034-42. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/jn.00013.2012
de Rugy A, Davoodi R and Carroll TJ. Changes in wrist muscle activity with forearm posture: Implications for the study of sensorimotor transformations. Journal of Neurophysiology;108(11):2884-95. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/jn.00130.2012
Der-Ghazarian T, Gutierrez A, Varela FA, Herbert MS, Amodeo LR, Charntikov S, et al. Dopamine receptor inactivation in the caudate-putamen differentially affects the behavior of preweanling and adult rats. Neuroscience;226:427-40. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.neuroscience.2012.09.030
Dose F and Taccola G. Coapplication of noisy patterned electrical stimuli and nmda plus serotonin facilitates fictive locomotion in the rat spinal cord. Journal of Neurophysiology;108(11):2977-90. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/jn.00554.2012
Goulding M. Motor neurons that multitask. Neuron;76(4):669-70. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.neuron.2012.11.011
Gurel G, Gustafson MA, Pepper JS, Horvitz HR and Koelle MR. Receptors and other signaling proteins required for serotonin control of locomotion in caenorhabditis elegans. Genetics;192(4):1359-+. http://dx.doi.org/10.1534/genetics.112.142125
Hofstetter CP and Hartl R. It takes two to tango: Activation of cortex and lumbosacral circuitry restores locomotion in spinal cord injury. World Neurosurgery;78(5):380-3. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.wneu.2012.09.002
Hundza SR, de Ruiter GC, Klimstra M and Zehr EP. Effect of afferent feedback and central motor commands on soleus h-reflex suppression during arm cycling. Journal of Neurophysiology;108(11):3049-58. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/jn.00485.2011
Manuel M, Li YQ, ElBasiouny SM, Murray K, Griener A, Heckman CJ, et al. Nmda induces persistent inward and outward currents that cause rhythmic bursting in adult rodent motoneurons. Journal of Neurophysiology;108(11):2991-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/jn.00518.2012
Masino MA, Abbinanti MD, Eian J and Harris-Warrick RM. Ttx-resistant nmda receptor-mediated membrane potential oscillations in neonatal mouse hb9 interneurons. Plos One;7(10). http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0047940
Wen Q, Po MD, Hulme E, Chen S, Liu XY, Kwok SW, et al. Proprioceptive coupling within motor neurons drives c. Elegans forward locomotion. Neuron;76(4):750-61. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.neuron.2012.08.039
*ORTHOPAEDICS / SPINE*
Driscoll C, Aubin CE, Canet F, Labelle H, Horton W and Dansereau J. Biomechanical study of patient positioning influence of lower limb positioning on spinal geometry. Journal of Spinal Disorders & Techniques;25(2):69-76. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BSD.0b013e31820d5804
Gerszten PC, Tobler W, Raley TJ, Miller LE, Block JE and Nasca RJ. Axial presacral lumbar interbody fusion and percutaneous posterior fixation for stabilization of lumbosacral isthmic spondylolisthesis. Journal of Spinal Disorders & Techniques;25(2):E36-E40. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BSD.0b013e318233725e
Lam FC, Alkalay R and Groff MW. The effects of design and positioning of carbon fiber lumbar interbody cages and their subsidence in vertebral bodies. Journal of Spinal Disorders & Techniques;25(2):116-22.
Li LF, Wang P, Chen LF, Ma XD, Bu B and Yu XG. Individualized treatment of craniovertebral junction malformation guided by intraoperative computed tomography. Journal of Spinal Disorders & Techniques;25(2):77-84. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BSD.0b013e31820f8afb
Sawakami K, Yamazaki A, Ishikawa S, Ito T, Watanabe K and Endo N. Polymethylmethacrylate augmentation of pedicle screws increases the initial fixation in osteoporotic spine patients. Journal of Spinal Disorders & Techniques;25(2):E28-E35.
Shi L, Wang L, Guo Z, Wu ZX, Liu D, Gao MX, et al. A study of low elastic modulus expandable pedicle screws in osteoporotic sheep. Journal of Spinal Disorders & Techniques;25(2):123-8.
*ORTHOPAEDICS / SURGERY*
Aydin A, Memisoglu K, Cengiz A, Atmaca H, Muezzinoglu B and Muezzinoglu US. Effects of botulinum toxin a on fracture healing in rats: An experimental study. Journal of Orthopaedic Science;17(6):796-801. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00776-012-0269-x
De Carli A, Lanzetti RM, Monaco E, Labianca L, Mossa L and Feretti A. The failure mode of two reabsorbable fixation systems: Swivelock with fibertape versus bio-corkscrew with fiberwire in bovine rotator cuff. Journal of Orthopaedic Science;17(6):789-95. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00776-012-0275-z
Eden L, Doht S, Frey SP, Ziegler D, Stoyhe J, Fehske K, et al. Biomechanical comparison of the locking compression superior anterior clavicle plate with seven and ten hole reconstruction plates in midshaft clavicle fracture stabilisation. International Orthopaedics;36(12):2537-43. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00264-012-1671-x
Grazioli A, Ek ETH and Rudiger HA. Biomechanical concept and clinical outcome of dual mobility cups. International Orthopaedics;36(12):2411-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00264-012-1678-3
Lehmann W, Rupprecht M, Nuechtern J, Melzner D, Sellenschloh K, Kolb J, et al. What is the risk of stress risers for interprosthetic fractures of the femur? A biomechanical analysis. International Orthopaedics;36(12):2441-6. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00264-012-1697-0
Maffulli N, Del Buono A and Denaro V. Hip artroplasty: A transient reason not to be pregnant. Surgeon-Journal of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons of Edinburgh and Ireland;10(6):347-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.surge.2011.10.004
Rhee SJ, Pavlou G, Oakley J, Barlow D and Haddad F. Modern management of patellar instability. International Orthopaedics;36(12):2447-56. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00264-012-1669-4
Stoddard JE, Deehan DJ, Bull AMJ, McCaskie AW and Amis AA. The kinematics and stability of single-radius versus multi-radius femoral components related to mid-range instability after tka. Journal of Orthopaedic Research;31(1):53-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jor.22170
Werner CML, Copeland CE, Ruckstuhl T, Stromberg J, Turen CH and Bouaicha S. Acetabular fracture types vary with different acetabular version. International Orthopaedics;36(12):2559-63. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00264-012-1687-2
*POSTURE / BALANCE*
Campbell AD, Chua R, Inglis JT and Carpenter MG. Startle induces early initiation of classically conditioned postural responses. Journal of Neurophysiology;108(11):2946-56. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/jn.01157.2011
Mazzocchi M, Dessy LA, Di Ronza S, Iodice P, Saggini R and Scuderi N. A study of postural changes after breast reduction. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery;36(6):1311-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00266-012-9968-0
Sawacha Z, Carraro E, Del Din S, Guiotto A, Bonaldo L, Punzi L, et al. Biomechanical assessment of balance and posture in subjects with ankylosing spondylitis. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation;9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-9-63
Takacs J and Hunt MA. The effect of contralateral pelvic drop and trunk lean on frontal plane knee biomechanics during single limb standing. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2791-6. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.08.041
*ROBOTICS*
Haynes GC, Rizzi AA and Koditschek DE. Multistable phase regulation for robust steady and transitional legged gaits. International Journal of Robotics Research;31(14):1712-38. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0278364912458463
Lee SJ, Kim YJ, Jeong GH, Yoon BR, Jho JY, Kim DM, et al. Computational analyses of pinching dynamics of a finger exoskeleton composed of ipmc actuators. International Journal of Precision Engineering and Manufacturing;13(12):2135-41. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s12541-012-0283-0
Locascio MA, Solomon JH and Hartmann MJZ. Linear reactive control of three-dimensional bipedal walking in the presence of noise and uncertainty. Adaptive Behavior;20(6):409-26. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1059712312453059
Owaki D, Kano T, Nagasawa K, Tero A and Ishiguro A. Simple robot suggests physical interlimb communication is essential for quadruped walking. Journal of the Royal Society Interface;10(78). http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsif.2012.0669
Rhee CH, Pulskamp JS, Polcawich RG and Oldham KR. Multi-degree-of-freedom thin-film pzt-actuated microrobotic leg. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems;21(6):1492-503. http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/jmems.2012.2211573
*REHABILITATION*
Denehy L, Berney S, Whitburn L and Edbrooke L. Quantifying physical activity levels of survivors of intensive care: A prospective observational study. Physical Therapy;92(12):1507-17. http://dx.doi.org/10.2522/ptj.20110411
*SPORT / EXERCISE*
Bennell K, Hunter DJ and Vicenzino B. Long-term effects of sport: Preventing and managing oa in the athlete. Nature Reviews Rheumatology;8(12):747-U71. http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/nrrheum.2012.119
Favre M and Peterson MD. Teaching the first pull. Strength and Conditioning Journal;34(6):77-81. http://dx.doi.org/10.1519/SSC.0b013e31826e17dc
Noffal GJ and Lynn SK. Biomechanics of power in sport. Strength and Conditioning Journal;34(6):20-4. http://dx.doi.org/10.1519/SSC.0b013e31826f013e
*TENDON / LIGAMENT*
Ahmed AS, Schizas N, Li J, Ahmed M, Ostenson CG, Salo P, et al. Type 2 diabetes impairs tendon repair after injury in a rat model. Journal of Applied Physiology;113(11):1784-91. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/japplphysiol.00767.2012
Han KS, Rohlmann A, Kim K, Cho KW and Kim YH. Effect of ligament stiffness on spinal loads and muscle forces in flexed positions. International Journal of Precision Engineering and Manufacturing;13(12):2233-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s12541-012-0296-8
Kaux JF, Drion P, Libertiaux V, Colige A, Hoffmann A, Nusgens B, et al. Eccentric training improves tendon biomechanical properties: A rat model. Journal of Orthopaedic Research;31(1):119-24. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jor.22202
Lee SK. Modern tendon repair techniques. Hand Clinics;28(4):565-+. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.hcl.2012.08.012
*TISSUE / BIOMATERIAL*
Greenberg DA and Fudge DS. Regulation of hard alpha-keratin mechanics via control of intermediate filament hydration: Matrix squeeze revisited. Proceedings of the Royal Society B-Biological Sciences;280(1750). http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rspb.2012.2158
Rainis CA, Brown AJ, McMahon PJ and Debski RE. Effects of simulated injury on the anteroinferior glenohumeral capsule. Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing;50(12):1299-307. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11517-012-0961-1
Sokolis DP, Kritharis EP and Iliopoulos DC. Effect of layer heterogeneity on the biomechanical properties of ascending thoracic aortic aneurysms. Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing;50(12):1227-37. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11517-012-0949-x
Wong VW, Longaker MT and Gurtner GC. Soft tissue mechanotransduction in wound healing and fibrosis. Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology;23(9):981-6. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.semcdb.2012.09.010
Zainali K, Danscher G, Jakobsen T, Baas J, Moller P, Bechtold JE, et al. Assessment of modified gold surfaced titanium implants on skeletal fixation. Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part A;101A(1):195-202. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jbm.a.34307
*VETERINARY / AGRICULTURAL*
Cuddy LC, Lewis DD, Kim SE, Conrad BP, Banks SA, Horodyski M, et al. Ex vivo contact mechanics and three-dimensional alignment of normal dog elbows after proximal ulnar rotational osteotomy. Veterinary Surgery;41(8):905-14. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1532-950X.2012.01038.x
Hudson CC, Lewis DD, Cross AR, Dunbar NJ, Horodyski M, Banks SA, et al. A biomechanical comparison of three hybrid linear-circular external fixator constructs. Veterinary Surgery;41(8):954-65. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1532-950X.2012.01035.x
Jha S and Kowaleski MP. Mechanical analysis of twelve toggle suture constructs for stabilization of coxofemoral luxations. Veterinary Surgery;41(8):948-53. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1532-950X.2012.01028.x
Rothstock S, Kowaleski MP, Boudrieau RJ, Beale BS, Piras A, Ryan M, et al. Biomechanical and computational evaluation of two loading transfer concepts for pancarpal arthrodesis in dogs. American Journal of Veterinary Research;73(11):1687-95.
*VISUAL / VESTIBULAR*
Kozobolis V, Sideroudi H, Giarmoukakis A, Gkika M and Labiris G. Corneal biomechanical properties and anterior segment parameters in forme fruste keratoconus. European Journal of Ophthalmology;22(6):920-30. http://dx.doi.org/10.5301/ejo.5000184
*WHEELCHAIR*
Lui J, MacGillivray MK and Sawatzky BJ. Test-retest reliability and minimal detectable change of the smartwheel clinical protocol. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation;93(12):2367-72. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2012.07.008
*UNIQUE TOPIC*
Kopman V, Laut J, Polverino G and Porfiri M. Closed-loop control of zebrafish response using a bioinspired robotic-fish in a preference test. Journal of the Royal Society Interface;10(78). http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsif.2012.0540
*PICKS OF THE WEEK*
Loeb GE. Optimal isn't good enough. Biological Cybernetics;106(11-12):757-65. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00422-012-0514-6
January 03, 2013 – January 09, 2013
Literature search for biomech* or locomot*
Christopher J. Arellano, PhD
Neurophysiology of Movement Laboratory
University of Colorado Boulder
************************************************** ***************
***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*
Koo KH, Lee JH, Chang BS and Lee CK. Effects of alendronate on lumbar posterolateral fusion using hydroxyapatite in rabbits. Artificial Organs;36(12):1047-55. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1525-1594.2012.01509.x
*CELLULAR / SUBCELLULAR*
Deumens R, Van Gorp SFJ, Bozkurt A, Beckmann C, Fuhrmann T, Montzka K, et al. Motor outcome and allodynia are largely unaffected by novel olfactory ensheathing cell grafts to repair low-thoracic lesion gaps in the adult rat spinal cord. Behavioural Brain Research;237:185-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.bbr.2012.09.036
Mandenius CF. Biomechatronics for designing bioprocess monitoring and control systems: Application to stem cell production. Journal of Biotechnology;162(4):430-40. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiotec.2012.09.001
Wolchok JC and Tresco PA. Using growth factor conditioning to modify the properties of human cell derived extracellular matrix. Biotechnology Progress;28(6):1581-7. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/btpr.1625
*COMPARATIVE*
Tyrakowski T, Kaczorowski P, Pawlowicz W, Ziolkowski M, Smuszkiewicz P, Trojanowska I, et al. Discrete movements of foot epithelium during adhesive locomotion of a land snail. Folia Biologica;60(1-2):99-106. http://dx.doi.org/10.3409/fb60_1-2.99-106
*DENTAL / ORAL / FACIAL*
Mazzo CR, dos Reis AC, Shimano AC and Valente MLD. In vitro analysis of the influence of surface treatment of dental implants on primary stability. Brazilian Oral Research;26(4):313-7.
Savoldelli C, Bouchard PO, Maniere-Ezvan A, Bettega G and Tillier Y. Comparison of stress distribution in the temporomandibular joint during jaw closing before and after symphyseal distraction: A finite element study. International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery;41(12):1474-82. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijom.2012.06.005
*DIGESTIVE*
Bourgouin S, Bege T, Masson C, Arnoux PJ, Mancini J, Garcia S, et al. Biomechanical characterisation of fresh and cadaverous human small intestine: Applications for abdominal trauma. Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing;50(12):1279-88. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11517-012-0964-y
*EVOLUTION / ANTHROPOLOGY*
O'Higgins P, Fitton LC, Phillips R, Shi JF, Liu J, Groning F, et al. Virtual functional morphology: Novel approaches to the study of craniofacial form and function. Evolutionary Biology;39(4):521-35. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11692-012-9173-8
*GAIT / LOCOMOTION*
Aftab Z, Robert T and Wieber PB. Predicting multiple step placements for human balance recovery tasks. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2804-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.08.038
Chagnaud BP, Simmers J and Straka H. Predictability of visual perturbation during locomotion: Implications for corrective efference copy signaling. Biological Cybernetics;106(11-12):669-79. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00422-012-0528-0
Chockalingam N, Chatterley F, Healy AC, Greenhalgh A and Branthwaite HR. Comparison of pelvic complex kinematics during treadmill and overground walking. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation;93(12):2302-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2011.10.022
Enders H, von Tscharner V and Nigg BM. Analysis of damped tissue vibrations in time-frequency space: A wavelet-based approach. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2855-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.08.027
Kluitenberg B, Bredeweg SW, Zijlstra S, Zijlstra W and Buist I. Comparison of vertical ground reaction forces during overground and treadmill running. A validation study. Bmc Musculoskeletal Disorders;13. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1471-2474-13-235
Oh K, Baek J and Park S. Gait strategy changes with acceleration to accommodate the biomechanical constraint on push-off propulsion. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2920-6. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.06.032
Roemmich RT, Stegemoller EL and Hass CJ. Lower extremity sagittal joint moment production during split-belt treadmill walking. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2817-21. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.08.036
*HAND / FINGER / FOOT / TOE*
Hashim AYB, Abu Osman NA, Abas W and Latif LA. Approximating the relationship among the degree of the reaction forces and the nodes on footprint during a stance phase. Applied Mathematical Modelling;37(1-2):258-64. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apm.2011.11.089
*JOINT / CARTILAGE*
Casabona A, Valle MS, Pisasale M, Panto MR and Cioni M. Functional assessments of the knee joint biomechanics by using pendulum test in adults with down syndrome. Journal of Applied Physiology;113(11):1747-55. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/japplphysiol.00960.2012
*METHODS*
Chan DD and Neu CP. Probing articular cartilage damage and disease by quantitative magnetic resonance imaging. Journal of the Royal Society Interface;10(78). http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsif.2012.0608
Chen JJ and Lu GX. Finite element modelling of nanoindentation based methods for mechanical properties of cells. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2810-6. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.08.037
Dellimore KH and Scheffer C. Optimal chest compression in cardiopulmonary resuscitation depends upon thoracic and back support stiffness. Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing;50(12):1269-78. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11517-012-0963-z
Muramoto A, Imagama S, Ito Z, Hirano K, Ishiguro N and Hasegawa Y. Physical performance tests are useful for evaluating and monitoring the severity of locomotive syndrome. Journal of Orthopaedic Science;17(6):782-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00776-012-0283-z
*MODELING*
Brassey CA, Margetts L, Kitchener AC, Withers PJ, Manning PL and Sellers WI. Finite element modelling versus classic beam theory: Comparing methods for stress estimation in a morphologically diverse sample of vertebrate long bones. Journal of the Royal Society Interface;10(79). http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsif.2012.0823
Ramachandran M, Laakso A, Harbaugh RE and Raghavan ML. On the role of modeling choices in estimation of cerebral aneurysm wall tension. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2914-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.07.029
Stavness I, Lloyd JE and Fels S. Automatic prediction of tongue muscle activations using a finite element model. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2841-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.08.031
Wang QM, Feng JJ and Pismen LM. A cell-level biomechanical model of drosophila dorsal closure. Biophysical Journal;103(11):2265-74. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.bpj.2012.09.036
Wen FL, Leung KT and Chen HY. Trajectories of listeria-type motility in two dimensions. Physical Review E;86(5). http://dx.doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevE.86.061902
Zhu QQ, Jackson AR and Gu WY. Cell viability in intervertebral disc under various nutritional and dynamic loading conditions: 3d finite element analysis. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2769-77. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.08.044
*NEURAL*
Baumbauer KM, Lee KH, Puga DA, Woller SA, Hughes AJ and Grau JW. Temporal regularity determines the impact of electrical stimulation on tactile reactivity and response to capsaicin in spinally transected rats. Neuroscience;227:119-33. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.neuroscience.2012.09.054
Bolton DAE and Misiaszek JE. Effects of ankle extensor muscle afferent inputs on hip abductor and adductor activity in the decerebrate walking cat. Journal of Neurophysiology;108(11):3034-42. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/jn.00013.2012
de Rugy A, Davoodi R and Carroll TJ. Changes in wrist muscle activity with forearm posture: Implications for the study of sensorimotor transformations. Journal of Neurophysiology;108(11):2884-95. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/jn.00130.2012
Der-Ghazarian T, Gutierrez A, Varela FA, Herbert MS, Amodeo LR, Charntikov S, et al. Dopamine receptor inactivation in the caudate-putamen differentially affects the behavior of preweanling and adult rats. Neuroscience;226:427-40. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.neuroscience.2012.09.030
Dose F and Taccola G. Coapplication of noisy patterned electrical stimuli and nmda plus serotonin facilitates fictive locomotion in the rat spinal cord. Journal of Neurophysiology;108(11):2977-90. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/jn.00554.2012
Goulding M. Motor neurons that multitask. Neuron;76(4):669-70. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.neuron.2012.11.011
Gurel G, Gustafson MA, Pepper JS, Horvitz HR and Koelle MR. Receptors and other signaling proteins required for serotonin control of locomotion in caenorhabditis elegans. Genetics;192(4):1359-+. http://dx.doi.org/10.1534/genetics.112.142125
Hofstetter CP and Hartl R. It takes two to tango: Activation of cortex and lumbosacral circuitry restores locomotion in spinal cord injury. World Neurosurgery;78(5):380-3. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.wneu.2012.09.002
Hundza SR, de Ruiter GC, Klimstra M and Zehr EP. Effect of afferent feedback and central motor commands on soleus h-reflex suppression during arm cycling. Journal of Neurophysiology;108(11):3049-58. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/jn.00485.2011
Manuel M, Li YQ, ElBasiouny SM, Murray K, Griener A, Heckman CJ, et al. Nmda induces persistent inward and outward currents that cause rhythmic bursting in adult rodent motoneurons. Journal of Neurophysiology;108(11):2991-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/jn.00518.2012
Masino MA, Abbinanti MD, Eian J and Harris-Warrick RM. Ttx-resistant nmda receptor-mediated membrane potential oscillations in neonatal mouse hb9 interneurons. Plos One;7(10). http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0047940
Wen Q, Po MD, Hulme E, Chen S, Liu XY, Kwok SW, et al. Proprioceptive coupling within motor neurons drives c. Elegans forward locomotion. Neuron;76(4):750-61. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.neuron.2012.08.039
*ORTHOPAEDICS / SPINE*
Driscoll C, Aubin CE, Canet F, Labelle H, Horton W and Dansereau J. Biomechanical study of patient positioning influence of lower limb positioning on spinal geometry. Journal of Spinal Disorders & Techniques;25(2):69-76. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BSD.0b013e31820d5804
Gerszten PC, Tobler W, Raley TJ, Miller LE, Block JE and Nasca RJ. Axial presacral lumbar interbody fusion and percutaneous posterior fixation for stabilization of lumbosacral isthmic spondylolisthesis. Journal of Spinal Disorders & Techniques;25(2):E36-E40. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BSD.0b013e318233725e
Lam FC, Alkalay R and Groff MW. The effects of design and positioning of carbon fiber lumbar interbody cages and their subsidence in vertebral bodies. Journal of Spinal Disorders & Techniques;25(2):116-22.
Li LF, Wang P, Chen LF, Ma XD, Bu B and Yu XG. Individualized treatment of craniovertebral junction malformation guided by intraoperative computed tomography. Journal of Spinal Disorders & Techniques;25(2):77-84. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/BSD.0b013e31820f8afb
Sawakami K, Yamazaki A, Ishikawa S, Ito T, Watanabe K and Endo N. Polymethylmethacrylate augmentation of pedicle screws increases the initial fixation in osteoporotic spine patients. Journal of Spinal Disorders & Techniques;25(2):E28-E35.
Shi L, Wang L, Guo Z, Wu ZX, Liu D, Gao MX, et al. A study of low elastic modulus expandable pedicle screws in osteoporotic sheep. Journal of Spinal Disorders & Techniques;25(2):123-8.
*ORTHOPAEDICS / SURGERY*
Aydin A, Memisoglu K, Cengiz A, Atmaca H, Muezzinoglu B and Muezzinoglu US. Effects of botulinum toxin a on fracture healing in rats: An experimental study. Journal of Orthopaedic Science;17(6):796-801. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00776-012-0269-x
De Carli A, Lanzetti RM, Monaco E, Labianca L, Mossa L and Feretti A. The failure mode of two reabsorbable fixation systems: Swivelock with fibertape versus bio-corkscrew with fiberwire in bovine rotator cuff. Journal of Orthopaedic Science;17(6):789-95. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00776-012-0275-z
Eden L, Doht S, Frey SP, Ziegler D, Stoyhe J, Fehske K, et al. Biomechanical comparison of the locking compression superior anterior clavicle plate with seven and ten hole reconstruction plates in midshaft clavicle fracture stabilisation. International Orthopaedics;36(12):2537-43. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00264-012-1671-x
Grazioli A, Ek ETH and Rudiger HA. Biomechanical concept and clinical outcome of dual mobility cups. International Orthopaedics;36(12):2411-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00264-012-1678-3
Lehmann W, Rupprecht M, Nuechtern J, Melzner D, Sellenschloh K, Kolb J, et al. What is the risk of stress risers for interprosthetic fractures of the femur? A biomechanical analysis. International Orthopaedics;36(12):2441-6. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00264-012-1697-0
Maffulli N, Del Buono A and Denaro V. Hip artroplasty: A transient reason not to be pregnant. Surgeon-Journal of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons of Edinburgh and Ireland;10(6):347-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.surge.2011.10.004
Rhee SJ, Pavlou G, Oakley J, Barlow D and Haddad F. Modern management of patellar instability. International Orthopaedics;36(12):2447-56. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00264-012-1669-4
Stoddard JE, Deehan DJ, Bull AMJ, McCaskie AW and Amis AA. The kinematics and stability of single-radius versus multi-radius femoral components related to mid-range instability after tka. Journal of Orthopaedic Research;31(1):53-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jor.22170
Werner CML, Copeland CE, Ruckstuhl T, Stromberg J, Turen CH and Bouaicha S. Acetabular fracture types vary with different acetabular version. International Orthopaedics;36(12):2559-63. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00264-012-1687-2
*POSTURE / BALANCE*
Campbell AD, Chua R, Inglis JT and Carpenter MG. Startle induces early initiation of classically conditioned postural responses. Journal of Neurophysiology;108(11):2946-56. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/jn.01157.2011
Mazzocchi M, Dessy LA, Di Ronza S, Iodice P, Saggini R and Scuderi N. A study of postural changes after breast reduction. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery;36(6):1311-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00266-012-9968-0
Sawacha Z, Carraro E, Del Din S, Guiotto A, Bonaldo L, Punzi L, et al. Biomechanical assessment of balance and posture in subjects with ankylosing spondylitis. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation;9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-9-63
Takacs J and Hunt MA. The effect of contralateral pelvic drop and trunk lean on frontal plane knee biomechanics during single limb standing. Journal of Biomechanics;45(16):2791-6. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.08.041
*ROBOTICS*
Haynes GC, Rizzi AA and Koditschek DE. Multistable phase regulation for robust steady and transitional legged gaits. International Journal of Robotics Research;31(14):1712-38. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0278364912458463
Lee SJ, Kim YJ, Jeong GH, Yoon BR, Jho JY, Kim DM, et al. Computational analyses of pinching dynamics of a finger exoskeleton composed of ipmc actuators. International Journal of Precision Engineering and Manufacturing;13(12):2135-41. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s12541-012-0283-0
Locascio MA, Solomon JH and Hartmann MJZ. Linear reactive control of three-dimensional bipedal walking in the presence of noise and uncertainty. Adaptive Behavior;20(6):409-26. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1059712312453059
Owaki D, Kano T, Nagasawa K, Tero A and Ishiguro A. Simple robot suggests physical interlimb communication is essential for quadruped walking. Journal of the Royal Society Interface;10(78). http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsif.2012.0669
Rhee CH, Pulskamp JS, Polcawich RG and Oldham KR. Multi-degree-of-freedom thin-film pzt-actuated microrobotic leg. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems;21(6):1492-503. http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/jmems.2012.2211573
*REHABILITATION*
Denehy L, Berney S, Whitburn L and Edbrooke L. Quantifying physical activity levels of survivors of intensive care: A prospective observational study. Physical Therapy;92(12):1507-17. http://dx.doi.org/10.2522/ptj.20110411
*SPORT / EXERCISE*
Bennell K, Hunter DJ and Vicenzino B. Long-term effects of sport: Preventing and managing oa in the athlete. Nature Reviews Rheumatology;8(12):747-U71. http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/nrrheum.2012.119
Favre M and Peterson MD. Teaching the first pull. Strength and Conditioning Journal;34(6):77-81. http://dx.doi.org/10.1519/SSC.0b013e31826e17dc
Noffal GJ and Lynn SK. Biomechanics of power in sport. Strength and Conditioning Journal;34(6):20-4. http://dx.doi.org/10.1519/SSC.0b013e31826f013e
*TENDON / LIGAMENT*
Ahmed AS, Schizas N, Li J, Ahmed M, Ostenson CG, Salo P, et al. Type 2 diabetes impairs tendon repair after injury in a rat model. Journal of Applied Physiology;113(11):1784-91. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/japplphysiol.00767.2012
Han KS, Rohlmann A, Kim K, Cho KW and Kim YH. Effect of ligament stiffness on spinal loads and muscle forces in flexed positions. International Journal of Precision Engineering and Manufacturing;13(12):2233-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s12541-012-0296-8
Kaux JF, Drion P, Libertiaux V, Colige A, Hoffmann A, Nusgens B, et al. Eccentric training improves tendon biomechanical properties: A rat model. Journal of Orthopaedic Research;31(1):119-24. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jor.22202
Lee SK. Modern tendon repair techniques. Hand Clinics;28(4):565-+. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.hcl.2012.08.012
*TISSUE / BIOMATERIAL*
Greenberg DA and Fudge DS. Regulation of hard alpha-keratin mechanics via control of intermediate filament hydration: Matrix squeeze revisited. Proceedings of the Royal Society B-Biological Sciences;280(1750). http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rspb.2012.2158
Rainis CA, Brown AJ, McMahon PJ and Debski RE. Effects of simulated injury on the anteroinferior glenohumeral capsule. Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing;50(12):1299-307. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11517-012-0961-1
Sokolis DP, Kritharis EP and Iliopoulos DC. Effect of layer heterogeneity on the biomechanical properties of ascending thoracic aortic aneurysms. Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing;50(12):1227-37. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11517-012-0949-x
Wong VW, Longaker MT and Gurtner GC. Soft tissue mechanotransduction in wound healing and fibrosis. Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology;23(9):981-6. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.semcdb.2012.09.010
Zainali K, Danscher G, Jakobsen T, Baas J, Moller P, Bechtold JE, et al. Assessment of modified gold surfaced titanium implants on skeletal fixation. Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part A;101A(1):195-202. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jbm.a.34307
*VETERINARY / AGRICULTURAL*
Cuddy LC, Lewis DD, Kim SE, Conrad BP, Banks SA, Horodyski M, et al. Ex vivo contact mechanics and three-dimensional alignment of normal dog elbows after proximal ulnar rotational osteotomy. Veterinary Surgery;41(8):905-14. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1532-950X.2012.01038.x
Hudson CC, Lewis DD, Cross AR, Dunbar NJ, Horodyski M, Banks SA, et al. A biomechanical comparison of three hybrid linear-circular external fixator constructs. Veterinary Surgery;41(8):954-65. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1532-950X.2012.01035.x
Jha S and Kowaleski MP. Mechanical analysis of twelve toggle suture constructs for stabilization of coxofemoral luxations. Veterinary Surgery;41(8):948-53. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1532-950X.2012.01028.x
Rothstock S, Kowaleski MP, Boudrieau RJ, Beale BS, Piras A, Ryan M, et al. Biomechanical and computational evaluation of two loading transfer concepts for pancarpal arthrodesis in dogs. American Journal of Veterinary Research;73(11):1687-95.
*VISUAL / VESTIBULAR*
Kozobolis V, Sideroudi H, Giarmoukakis A, Gkika M and Labiris G. Corneal biomechanical properties and anterior segment parameters in forme fruste keratoconus. European Journal of Ophthalmology;22(6):920-30. http://dx.doi.org/10.5301/ejo.5000184
*WHEELCHAIR*
Lui J, MacGillivray MK and Sawatzky BJ. Test-retest reliability and minimal detectable change of the smartwheel clinical protocol. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation;93(12):2367-72. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2012.07.008
*UNIQUE TOPIC*
Kopman V, Laut J, Polverino G and Porfiri M. Closed-loop control of zebrafish response using a bioinspired robotic-fish in a preference test. Journal of the Royal Society Interface;10(78). http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsif.2012.0540
*PICKS OF THE WEEK*
Loeb GE. Optimal isn't good enough. Biological Cybernetics;106(11-12):757-65. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00422-012-0514-6