LITERATURE UPDATE
May 28 - June 03, 2015
Literature search for biomech* or locomot*

Riley C. Sheehan, Ph.D. Nonlinear Biodynamics Lab
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*BONE*
Yu, ZF; Wang, G; Tang, TT; Fu, LJ; Yu, XW; Zhu, ZN; Dai, KR. Long-term effects of ovariectomy on the properties of bone in goats. Experimental And Therapeutic Medicine 2015;9:1967-1973. http://dx.doi.org/10.3892/etm.2015.2303

Wieding, J; Mick, E; Wree, A; Bader, R. Influence of three different preservative techniques on the mechanical properties of the ovine cortical bone. Acta Of Bioengineering And Biomechanics 2015;17:137-146. http://dx.doi.org/10.5277/ABB-00067-2014-03

*BOTANY*
Mendez-Alonzo, R; Moctezuma, C; Ordonez, VR; Angeles, G; Martinez, AJ; Lopez-Portillo, J. Root biomechanics in rhizophora mangle: anatomy, morphology and ecology of mangrove's flying buttresses. Annals Of Botany 2015;115:833-840. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/aob/mcv002

MacMillan, CP; Taylor, L; Bi, YD; Southerton, SG; Evans, R; Spokevicius, A. The fasciclin-like arabinogalactan protein family of eucalyptus grandis contains members that impact wood biology and biomechanics. New Phytologist 2015;206:1314-1327. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/nph.13320

*CELLULAR/SUBCELLULAR*
Kee, MF; Myers, DR; Sakurai, Y; Lam, WA; Qiu, YZ. Platelet mechanosensing of collagen matrices. Plos One 2015;10:. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0126624

Dvir, L; Nissim, R; Alvarez-Elizondo, MB; Weihs, D. Quantitative measures to reveal coordinated cytoskeleton-nucleus reorganization during in vitro invasion of cancer cells. New Journal Of Physics 2015;17:. http://dx.doi.org/10.1088/1367-2630/17/4/043010

Pisano, M; Triacca, V; Barbee, KA; Swartz, MA. An in vitro model of the tumor-lymphatic microenvironment with simultaneous transendothelial and luminal flows reveals mechanisms of flow enhanced invasion. Integrative Biology 2015;7:525-533. http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/c5ib00085h

*COMPARATIVE*
Serrano-Fochs, S; De Esteban-Trivigno, S; Marce-Nogue, J; Fortuny, J; Farina, RA. Finite element analysis of the cingulata jaw: an ecomorphological approach to armadillo's diets. Plos One 2015;10:. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0120653

Monaenkova, D; Gravish, N; Rodriguez, G; Kutner, R; Goodisman, MAD; Goldman, DI. Behavioral and mechanical determinants of collective subsurface nest excavation. Journal Of Experimental Biology 2015;218:1295-1305. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.113795

Ravi, S; Crall, JD; McNeilly, L; Gagliardi, SF; Biewener, AA; Combes, SA. Hummingbird flight stability and control in freestream turbulent winds. Journal Of Experimental Biology 2015;218:1444-1452. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.114553

Mandecki, JL; Domenici, P. Eye movements are coordinated with pectoral fin beats during locomotion in a marine teleost fish. Journal Of Experimental Biology 2015;218:1122-1125. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.116756

Levy, G; Flash, T; Hochner, B. Arm coordination in octopus crawling involves unique motor control strategies. Current Biology 2015;25:1195-1200. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cub.2015.02.064

Lopez, LMM; Miller, PJO; de Soto, NA; Johnson, M. Gait switches in deep-diving beaked whales: biomechanical strategies for long-duration dives. Journal Of Experimental Biology 2015;218:1325-1338. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.106013

Munk, Y; Yanoviak, SP; Koehl, MAR; Dudley, R. The descent of ant: field-measured performance of gliding ants. Journal Of Experimental Biology 2015;218:1393-1401. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.106914

Nauwelaerts, S; Zarski, L; Aerts, P; Clayton, H. Effects of acceleration on gait measures in three horse gaits. Journal Of Experimental Biology 2015;218:1453-1460. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.113225

Wang, ZY; Cai, L; Li, W; Ji, AH; Wang, WB; Dai, ZD. Effect of slope degree on the lateral bending in gekko geckos. Journal Of Bionic Engineering 2015;12:238-249. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S1672-6529(14)60116-5

Rose, KA; Nudds, RL; Codd, JR. Intraspecific scaling of the minimum metabolic cost of transport in leghorn chickens (gallus gallus domesticus): links with limb kinematics, morphometrics and posture. Journal Of Experimental Biology 2015;218:1028-1034. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.111393

Clifton, GT; Hedrick, TL; Biewener, AA. Western and clark's grebes use novel strategies for running on water. Journal Of Experimental Biology 2015;218:1235-1243. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.118745

Dutel, H; Herbin, M; Clement, G; Herrel, A. Bite force in the extant coelacanth latimeria: the role of the intracranial joint and the basicranial muscle. Current Biology 2015;25:1228-1233. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cub.2015.02.076

Booster, NA; Su, FY; Adolph, SC; Ahn, AN. Effect of temperature on leg kinematics in sprinting tarantulas (aphonopelma hentzi): high speed may limit hydraulic joint actuation. Journal Of Experimental Biology 2015;218:977-982. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.111922

Gleiss, AC; Potvin, J; Keleher, JJ; Whitty, JM; Morgan, DL; Goldbogen, JA. Mechanical challenges to freshwater residency in sharks and rays. Journal Of Experimental Biology 2015;218:1099-1110. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.114868

Hooper, SL. Octopus movement: push right, go left. Current Biology 2015;25:82-5154-5482-5154-56. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cub.2015.02.066

*DENTAL/ORAL/FACIAL*
de Souza, FI; Poi, WR; da Silva, VF; Martini, AP; Melo, RAD; Panzarini, SR; Rocha, EP. Stress distribution in delayed replanted teeth splinted with different orthodontic wires: a three-dimensional finite element analysis. Dental Traumatology 2015;31:190-195. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/edt.12159

Gomez, JP; Pena, FM; Martinez, V; Giraldo, DC; Cardona, CI. Initial force systems during bodily tooth movement with plastic aligners and composite attachments: a three-dimensional finite element analysis. Angle Orthodontist 2015;85:454-460. http://dx.doi.org/10.2319/050714-330.1

*ERGONOMICS*
Mullins, AK; Annett, LE; Drain, JR; Kemp, JG; Clark, RA; Whyte, DG. Lower limb kinematics and physiological responses to prolonged load carriage in untrained individuals. Ergonomics 2015;58:770-780. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00140139.2014.984775

Blache, Y; Desmoulins, L; Allard, P; Plamondon, A; Begon, M. Effects of height and load weight on shoulder muscle work during overhead lifting task. Ergonomics 2015;58:748-761. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00140139.2014.980336

*EVOLUTION/ANTHROPOLOGY*
Tseng, ZJ; Flynn, JJ. Are cranial biomechanical simulation data linked to known diets in extant taxa? a method for applying diet-biomechanics linkage models to infer feeding capability of extinct species. Plos One 2015;10:. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0124020

*GAIT/LOCOMOTION*
Sacco, ICN; Picon, AP; Macedo, DO; Butugan, MK; Watari, R; Sartor, CD. Alterations in the lower limb joint moments precede the peripheral neuropathy diagnosis in diabetes patients. Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics 2015;17:405-412. http://dx.doi.org/10.1089/dia.2014.0284

Smith, JA; Kulig, K. Does insertion of intramuscular electromyographic electrodes alter motor behavior during locomotion?. Journal Of Electromyography And Kinesiology 2015;25:431-437. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jelekin.2015.01.003

Worster, K; Valvano, J; Carollo, JJ. Sagittal plane coordination dynamics of typically developing gait. Clinical Biomechanics 2015;30:366-372. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2015.02.013

Farrokhi, S; O'Connell, M; Gil, AB; Sparto, PJ; Fitzgerald, GK. Altered gait characteristics in individuals with knee osteoarthritis and self-reported knee instability. Journal Of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy 2015;45:351-359. http://dx.doi.org/10.2519/jospt.2015.5540

Wu, JH; Beerse, M; Ajisafe, T; Liang, HQ. Walking dynamics in preadolescents with and without down syndrome. Physical Therapy 2015;95:740-749. http://dx.doi.org/10.2522/ptj.20140210

Dingwell, JB; Cusumano, JP. Identifying stride-to-stride control strategies in human treadmill walking. Plos One 2015;10:. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0124879

Dziuba, AK; Zurek, G; Garrard, I; Wierzbicka-Damska, I. Biomechanical parameters in lower limbs during natural walking and nordic walking at different speeds. Acta Of Bioengineering And Biomechanics 2015;17:95-101. http://dx.doi.org/10.5277/ABB-00077-2014-01

Aleixo, P; Simoes, E; Roupa, I; Coelho, P; Patto, JV; Abrantes, J. Effects of proprioceptive exercises in rheumatoid arthritis postmenopausal women: gait biomechanical parameters related with falls, functional capacity and disease activity (preliminary results). Annals Of The Rheumatic Diseases 2014;73:1173-1173. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/annrheumdis-2014-eular.3890

James, DC; Farmer, LJ; Sayers, JB; Cook, DP; Mileva, KN. The biomechanical characteristics of wearing fitflop (tm) sandals highlight significant alterations in gait pattern: a comparative study. Clinical Biomechanics 2015;30:347-354. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2015.02.016

*HAND/FINGER/FOOT/TOE*
Wang, BB; Guss, A; Chalayon, O; Bachus, KN; Barg, A; Saltzman, CL. Deep transverse metatarsal ligament and static stability of lesser metatarsophalangeal joints: a cadaveric study. Foot & Ankle International 2015;36:573-578. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1071100714563310

*JOINT/CARTILAGE*
van den Oever, I; van der Esch, M; Visman, I; van der Leeden, M; Lems, W; de Rooij, M; Roorda, L; Nurmohamed, M; Dekker, J. Cardiovascular diseases, biomechanical factors and activity limitations in patients with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis: results of the ams-oa study. Annals Of The Rheumatic Diseases 2014;73:256-257. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/annrheumdis-2014-eular.2244

Horng, A; Raya, JG; Stockinger, M; Notohamiprodjo, M; Pietschmann, M; Hoehne-Hueckstaedt, U; Glitsch, U; Ellegast, R; Hering, KG; Glaser, C. Topographic deformation patterns of knee cartilage after exercises with high knee flexion: an in vivo 3d mri study using voxel-based analysis at 3t. European Radiology 2015;25:1731-1741. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00330-014-3545-7

Teng, HL; MacLeod, TD; Kumar, D; Link, TM; Majumdar, S; Souza, RB. Individuals with isolated patellofemoral joint osteoarthritis exhibit higher mechanical loading at the knee during the second half of the stance phase. Clinical Biomechanics 2015;30:383-390. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2015.02.008

Kowalczewski, JB; Labey, L; Chevalier, Y; Okon, T; Innocenti, B; Bellemans, J. Does joint line elevation after revision knee arthroplasty affect tibio-femoral kinematics, contact pressure or collateral ligament lengths? an in vitro analysis. Archives Of Medical Science 2015;11:311-318. http://dx.doi.org/10.5114/aoms.2014.46078

Olinski, M; Lewandowski, B; Gronowicz, A. Type synthesis and preliminary design of devices supporting lower limb's rehabilitation. Acta Of Bioengineering And Biomechanics 2015;17:117-127. http://dx.doi.org/10.5277/ABB-00219-2014-02

Andriacchi, TP. Biomechanical joint homeostasis: mechanisms in health, aging and oa. Annals Of The Rheumatic Diseases 2014;73:33-33. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/annrheumdis-2014-eular.6164

*METHODS*
Li, M; Miller, K; Joldes, GR; Doyle, B; Garlapati, RR; Kikinis, R; Wittek, A. Patient-specific biomechanical model as whole-body ct image registration tool. Medical Image Analysis 2015;22:22-34. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.media.2014.12.008

*NEURAL*
Hoogland, TM; De Gruijl, JR; Witter, L; Canto, CB; De Zeeuw, CI. Role of synchronous activation of cerebellar purkinje cell ensembles in multi-joint movement control. Current Biology 2015;25:1157-1165. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cub.2015.03.009

*ORTHOPAEDICS/SPINE*
Kong, C; Lu, SB; Hai, Y; Zang, L. Biomechanical effect of interspinous dynamic stabilization adjacent to single-level fusion on range of motion of the transition segment and the adjacent segment. Clinical Biomechanics 2015;30:355-359. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2015.02.012

Charles, YP; Pelletier, H; Hydier, P; Schuller, S; Garnon, J; Sauleau, EA; Steib, JP; Clavert, P. Pullout characteristics of percutaneous pedicle screws with different cement augmentation methods in elderly spines: an in vitro biomechanical study. Orthopaedics & Traumatology-Surgery & Research 2015;101:369-374. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ostr.2015.01.005

*ORTHOPAEDICS/SURGERY*
Salasek, M; Jansova, M; Kren, J; Pavelka, T; Weisova, D. Biomechanical comparison of a transiliac internal fixator and two iliosacral screws in transforaminal sacral fractures: a finite element analysis. Acta Of Bioengineering And Biomechanics 2015;17:39-49. http://dx.doi.org/10.5277/ABB-00054-2014-02

Ozkan, K; Turkmen, I; Sahin, A; Yildiz, Y; Erturk, S; Soylemez, MS. A biomechanical comparison of proximal femoral nails and locking proximal anatomic femoral plates in femoral fracture fixation a study on synthetic bones. Indian Journal Of Orthopaedics 2015;49:347-351. http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/0019-5413.156220

Mardian, S; Schaser, KD; Duda, GN; Heyland, M. Working length of locking plates determines interfragmentary movement in distal femur fractures under physiological loading. Clinical Biomechanics 2015;30:391-396. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2015.02.006

Kontautas, E; Gerulis, V; Varzaityte, L; Ambrozaitis, KV; Burkauskiene, A. Osteosynthesis of the clavicle after osteotomy in brachial plexus surgery: a biomechanical cadaver study. Medicina-Lithuania 2015;51:112-116. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.medici.2015.02.004

Postl, LK; Kirchhoff, C; Hupertz, V; Plitz, W; Schmitt-Sody, M. Development of a new suturing technique for tendon graft preparation: an animal cadaver study. Clinical Biomechanics 2015;30:377-382. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2015.02.009

Levy, A; Frank, MB; Gefen, A. The biomechanical efficacy of dressings in preventing heel ulcers. Journal Of Tissue Viability 2015;24:1-11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jtv.2015.01.001

*PROSTHETICS/ORTHOTICS*
Zheng, H; Shen, XR. Design and control of a pneumatically actuated transtibial prosthesis. Journal Of Bionic Engineering 2015;12:217-226. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S1672-6529(14)60114-1

Xu, ZJ; Tian, YT; Li, Y. Semg pattern recognition of muscle force of upper arm for intelligent bionic limb control. Journal Of Bionic Engineering 2015;12:316-323. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S1672-6529(14)60124-4

Kim, M; Collins, SH. Once-per-step control of ankle-foot prosthesis push-off work reduces effort associated with balance during walking. Journal Of Neuroengineering And Rehabilitation 2015;12:. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s12984-015-0027-3

Ungerman, MD; Walker, AM. Characterization of flexinol (r) as a lightweight biomechanical actuator. Journal Of Medical Devices-Transactions Of The Asme 2015;9:. http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/1.4030147

*ROBOTICS*
Li, GY; Li, W; Zhang, JW; Zhang, HX. Analysis and design of asymmetric oscillation for caterpillar-like locomotion. Journal Of Bionic Engineering 2015;12:190-203. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S1672-6529(14)60112-8

Nansai, S; Rojas, N; Elara, MR; Sosa, R; Iwase, M. On a jansen leg with multiple gait patterns for reconfigurable walking platforms. Advances In Mechanical Engineering 2015;7:. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1687814015573824

Ishikawa, S; Okamoto, S; Isogai, K; Akiyama, Y; Yanagihara, N; Yamada, Y. Assessment of robotic patient simulators for training in manual physical therapy examination techniques. Plos One 2015;10:. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0126392

*REHABILITATION*
Alcock, L; O'Brien, TD; Vanicek, N. Age-related changes in physical functioning: correlates between objective and self-reported outcomes. Physiotherapy 2015;101:204-213. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.physio.2014.09.001

El-Basatiny, HMY; Abdel-aziem, AA. Effect of backward walking training on postural balance in children with hemiparetic cerebral palsy: a randomized controlled study. Clinical Rehabilitation 2015;29:457-467. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0269215514547654

Ko, MS; Lee, JA; Kang, SY; Jeon, HS. Effect of adeli suit treatment on gait in a child with cerebral palsy: a single-subject report. Physiotherapy Theory And Practice 2015;31:275-282. http://dx.doi.org/10.3109/09593985.2014.996307

Laroche, D; Morisset, C; Fortunet, C; Baudet, A; Maillefert, JF; Ornetti, P. Biomechanical and functional benefits during gait of a new knee brace that combines a valgus and tibial external rotation effect in medial osteoarthritis patients. Annals Of The Rheumatic Diseases 2014;73:251-251. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/annrheumdis-2014-eular.1930

Palmer, K; Hebron, C; Williams, JM. A randomised trial into the effect of an isolated hip abductor strengthening programme and a functional motor control programme on knee kinematics and hip muscle strength. Bmc Musculoskeletal Disorders 2015;16:. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s12891-015-0563-9

*SPORT/EXERCISE*
Fleisig, GS; Leddon, CE; Laughlin, WA; Ciccotti, MG; Mandelbaum, BR; Aune, KT; Escamilla, RF; MacLeod, TD; Andrews, JR. Biomechanical performance of baseball pitchers with a history of ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction. American Journal Of Sports Medicine 2015;43:1045-1050. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0363546515570464

Solomito, MJ; Garibay, EJ; Woods, JR; Ounpuu, S; Nissen, CW. Lateral trunk lean in pitchers affects both ball velocity and upper extremity joint moments. American Journal Of Sports Medicine 2015;43:1235-1240. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0363546515574060

Sandbakk, O; Skalvik, TF; Spencer, M; van Beekvelt, M; Welde, B; Hegge, AM; Gjovaag, T; Ettema, G. The physiological responses to repeated upper-body sprint exercise in highly trained athletes. European Journal Of Applied Physiology 2015;115:1381-1391. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00421-015-3128-6

Harel, NY; Martinez, SA; Knezevic, S; Asselin, PK; Spungen, AM. Acute changes in soleus h-reflex facilitation and central motor conduction after targeted physical exercises. Journal Of Electromyography And Kinesiology 2015;25:438-443. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jelekin.2015.02.009

*TENDON/LIGAMENT*
DiPaolo, ZJ; Ross, MS; Laughlin, RT; Gould, G; Flower, K; Kiger, L; Markert, RJ. Proximal phalanx and flexor digitorum longus tendon biomechanics in flexor to extensor tendon transfer. Foot & Ankle International 2015;36:585-590. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1071100714565927

Sun, YL; Wei, Z; Zhao, CF; Jay, GD; Schmid, TM; Amadio, PC; An, KN. Lubricin in human achilles tendon: the evidence of intratendinous sliding motion and shear force in achilles tendon. Journal Of Orthopaedic Research 2015;33:932-937. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jor.22897

*TISSUE/BIOMATERIAL*
Han, ZL; Li, JS; Singh, M; Wu, C; Liu, CH; Wang, S; Idugboe, R; Raghunathan, R; Sudheendran, N; Aglyamov, SR; Twa, MD; Larin, KV. Quantitative methods for reconstructing tissue biomechanical properties in optical coherence elastography: a comparison study. Physics In Medicine And Biology 2015;60:3531-3547. http://dx.doi.org/10.1088/0031-9155/60/9/3531

Ferro, FP; Philippon, MJ; Rasmussen, MT; Smith, SD; LaPrade, RF; Wijdicks, CA. Tensile properties of the human acetabular labrum and hip labral reconstruction grafts. American Journal Of Sports Medicine 2015;43:1222-1227. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0363546514568086

Hoburg, A; Keshlaf, S; Schmidt, T; Smith, M; Gohs, U; Perka, C; Pruss, A; Scheffler, S. High-dose electron beam sterilization of soft-tissue grafts maintains significantly improved biomechanical properties compared to standard gamma treatment. Cell And Tissue Banking 2015;16:219-226. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10561-014-9461-x

*TRAUMA/IMPACT TESTING*
Feng, T; Aono, K; Covassin, T; Chakrabartty, S. Self-powered monitoring of repeated head impacts using time-dilation energy measurement circuit. Ieee Transactions On Biomedical Circuits And Systems 2015;9:217-226. http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/TBCAS.2015.2403864

*VETERINARY/AGRICULTURAL*
Ramos, RM; da Costa, RC; Oliveira, ALA; Kodigudla, MK; Goel, VK. Effects of flexion and extension on the diameter of the caudal cervical vertebral canal in dogs. Veterinary Surgery 2015;44:459-466. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1532-950X.2014.12310.x

*UNIQUE TOPIC*
Zhang, KW; Wang, X; Yang, Y; Wang, ZL. Hybridized electromagnetic-triboelectric nanogenerator for scavenging biomechanical energy for sustainably powering wearable electronics. Acs Nano 2015;9:3521-3529. http://dx.doi.org/10.1021/nn507455f

*PICK OF THE WEEK*
Kainz, H; Carty, CP; Modenese, L; Boyd, RN; Lloyd, DG. Estimation of the hip joint centre in human motion analysis: a systematic review. Clinical Biomechanics 2015;30:319-329. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2015.02.005

Hug, F; Hodges, PW; Tucker, K. Muscle force cannot be directly inferred from muscle activation: illustrated by the proposed imbalance of force between the vastus medialis and vastus lateralis in people with patellofemoral pain. Journal Of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy 2015;45:360-365. http://dx.doi.org/10.2519/jospt.2015.5905