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Evaluation of Posturographic and Neuromuscular Parameters during Upright Stance and Hand Standing: A Pilot Study

Thomas, E.; Rossi, C.; Petrigna, L.; Messina, G.; Bellafiore, M.; Şahin, F.N.; Proia, P.; Palma, A.; Bianco, A. J. Funct. Morphol. Kinesiol. 2023, 8, 40. https://doi.org/10.3390/jfmk8020040 Upright bipedal posture is the physiological human posture; however, it is not the only possible form of human standing; indeed, an inverted position, a handstand, is required during gymnastics or …

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The Association between Masticatory Muscles Activation and Foot Pressure Distribution in Older Female Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study

Messina, G.; Amato, A.; Rizzo, F.; Dominguez, L.J.; Iovane, A.; Barbagallo, M.; Proia, P. Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2023, 20, 5137. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph20065137 Sistema utilizzato: Pedana FreeMED 40×40 con software FreeStep The association between craniofacial muscles and postural control is well-known because of numerous anatomical connections. However, there are a few conflicting studies that correlated the …

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The role of school physical education on adolescents’ fitness levels during the pandemic period from COVID-19: An observational study of the Italian scientific high school—section sport and physical activity

Objectives: In Italy, in 2013, a new school curriculum with a sport character was established in high schools, called Sports High School (SHS). The aims of this study were: (1) to assess the fitness levels of SHS students who, respecting all the safety rules to limit the spread of COVID-19, practiced physical education (PE) at school …

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Prevenzione delle cadute e miglioramento della qualità della vita in Popolazioni di Anziani

Fase Clinica Studio caso-controllo a 4 bracci (3 gruppi di studio clinico e 1 gruppo controllo) randomizzato in aperto Background e razionale Le cadute dell’anziano sono una tra le principali cause di morbidità, disabilità, istituzionalizzazione e morte, e rappresentano pertanto una grossa fetta dei problemi di sanità e spesa pubblica. Poiché la frequenza di tale …

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Influence of pregnancy related anthropometric changes on plantar pressure distribution during gait—A follow-up study

Masłoń A, Suder A, Curyło M, Frączek B, Salamaga M, Ivanenko Y, et al. (2022) PLoS ONE 17(3): e0264939. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0264939 Sistema utilizzato: Pedana FreeMED 40×40 con software FreeStep As foot constitutes the base of support for the whole body, the pregnancy-related anthropometric changes can result in adaptive plantar pressure alterations. The present study aimed to …

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The influence of myofascial release on pain and selected indicators of flat foot in adults: a controlled randomized trial

Bac A, Kaczor S, Pasiut S, Ścisłowska-Czarnecka A, Jankowicz-Szymańska A, Filar-Mierzwa K. Sci Rep. 2022 Jan 26;12(1):1414. doi: 10.1038/s41598-022-05401-w. PMID: 35082352; PMCID: PMC8791964. Sistema utilizzato: Pedana FreeMED 40×40 con software FreeStep Flat foot pain is a common complaint that requires therapeutic intervention. Currently, myofascial release techniques are often used in the therapy of musculoskeletal disorders. …

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Displacement of Centre of Pressure during Rehabilitation Exercise in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Patients

Background: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is included into the category of pathologies that could affect postural control. Rarely AIS shows symptoms but often compromises the normal positioning of the head, trunk and, more generally, of the limbs in the space. We used a stabilometric platform to evaluate the motor control outcomes during a self-elongation in …

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Acute Effects of Self-Correction on Spine Deviation and Balance in Adolescent Girls with Idiopathic Scoliosis

Background: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is a three-dimensional deformity of spine and trunk with a higher incidence in girls. AIS alters and reduces postural control and balance. Self-correction movement (SCM) is a well-known non-invasive approach to ameliorate spine curve in AIS subjects. We aimed to evaluate the effects of SCM on the spine and on …

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Validity Analysis of Wii Balance Board Versus Baropodometer Platform Using an open custom integrated application

Standing balance tests represent the most common way to assess person’s functional ability and they were realized by means of specialized and expensive platforms, especially in clinicians’ environments. Wii Balance Board (WBB) is videogame based device that measures center of pressure (CoP) oscillations and it showed promising performance compared with ‘gold standard’ force platforms. In …

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Visual-spatial training in patients with sub-acute stroke without neglect: a randomized, single-blind controlled trial

Summary: Many people who have suffered a stroke will experience sensorimotor impairments that disrupt their performance of motor skills, including balance and gait. Furthermore, stroke-induced brain damage can Result in visual disorders that may significantly impact performance of normal daily activities. The primary aim of this study was to investigate the effects, on balance, of …

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