2014-05-27

LITERATURE UPDATE

May 22, 2014 - May 28, 2014

Literature search for biomech* or locomot*

Jason R. Franz, Ph.D.

Neuromuscular Biomechanics Laboratory
http://sites.google.com/site/jasonrfranz/
http://uwnmbl.engr.wisc.edu/

University of Wisconsin-Madison

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*BONE*

Aziz MSR, Nicayenzi B, Crookshank MC, Bougherara H, Schemitsch EH, Zdero R. Biomechanical Measurements of Stiffness and Strength for Five Types of Whole Human and Artificial Humeri. Journal of Biomechanical Engineering-Transactions of the Asme 2014; 136(5). http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/1.4027057

Stein EM, Kepley A, Walker M, Nickolas TL, et al. Skeletal Structure in Postmenopausal Women With Osteopenia and Fractures Is Characterized by Abnormal Trabecular Plates and Cortical Thinning. Journal of Bone and Mineral Research 2014; 29(5): 1101-1109. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jbmr.2144

Zhang WW, Zhang YL, Liu YT, Wang J, et al. Thyroid-stimulating hormone maintains bone mass and strength by suppressing osteoclast differentiation. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1307-1314. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.02.015

Zhou JJ, Zhao M, Yan YB, Lei W, et al. Finite element analysis of a bone healing model: 1-year follow-up after internal fixation surgery for femoral fracture. Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences 2014; 30(2): 343-347.

*BOTANY*

Minamino R, Tateno M. Tree Branching: Leonardo da Vinci's Rule versus Biomechanical Models. Plos One 2014; 9(4). http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0093535

*CARDIOVASCULAR / CARDIOPULMONARY*

Huang Y, Teng ZZ, Sadat U, Graves MJ, Bennett MR, Gillard JH. The influence of computational strategy on prediction of mechanical stress in carotid atherosclerotic plaques: Comparison of 2D structure-only, 3D structure-only, one-way and fully coupled fluid-structure interaction analyses. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1465-1471. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.01.030

Saphirstein RJ, Morgan KG. The Contribution of Vascular Smooth Muscle to Aortic Stiffness Across Length Scales. Microcirculation 2014; 21(3): 201-207. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/micc.12101

Wiewiora M, Piecuch J, Gluck M, Slowinska-Lozynska L, Sosada K. Impact of Weight Loss Due to Sleeve Gastrectomy on Shear Stress of the Femoral Vein in Morbid Obesity. Obesity Surgery 2014; 24(5): 806-812. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11695-013-1175-9

*CELLULAR / SUBCELLULAR*

Kopf J, Paarmann P, Hiepen C, Horbelt D, Knaus P. BMP growth factor signaling in a biomechanical context. Biofactors 2014; 40(2): 171-187. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/biof.1137

Nagayama K, Yamazaki S, Yahiro Y, Matsumoto T. Estimation of the mechanical connection between apical stress fibers and the nucleus in vascular smooth muscle cells cultured on a substrate. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1422-1429. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.01.042

Reynolds NH, Ronan W, Dowling EP, Owens P, McMeeking RM, McGarry JP. On the role of the actin cytoskeleton and nucleus in the biomechanical response of spread cells. Biomaterials 2014; 35(13): 4015-4025. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.biomaterials.2014.01.056

Sheikh AQ, Kuesel C, Taghian T, Hurley JR, et al. Angiogenic microenvironment augments impaired endothelial responses under diabetic conditions. American Journal of Physiology-Cell Physiology 2014; 306(8): C768-C778. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/ajpcell.00201.2013

Streichan SJ, Hoerner CR, Schneidt T, Holzer D, Hufnagel L. Spatial constraints control cell proliferation in tissues. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America 2014; 111(15): 5586-5591. http://dx.doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1323016111

*COMPARATIVE*

Busshardt P, Gorb SN. Ground reaction forces in vertically ascending beetles and corresponding activity of the claw retractor muscle on smooth and rough substrates. Journal of Comparative Physiology a-Neuroethology Sensory Neural and Behavioral Physiology 2014; 200(5): 385-398. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00359-014-0896-0

Cai L, Chen L, Johnson D, Gao Y, et al. Integrating Water Flow, Locomotor Performance and Respiration of Chinese Sturgeon during Multiple Fatigue-Recovery Cycles. Plos One 2014; 9(4). http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0094345

Dumont M, Tutken T, Kostka A, Duarte MJ, Borodin S. Structural and functional characterization of enamel pigmentation in shrews. Journal of Structural Biology 2014; 186(1): 38-48. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jsb.2014.02.006

Foster KL, Higham TE. Context-dependent changes in motor control and kinematics during locomotion: modulation and decoupling. Proceedings of the Royal Society B-Biological Sciences 2014; 281(1782). http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rspb.2013.3331

Geihs MA, Vargas MA, Nery LEM. Damage caused during hypoxia and reoxygenation in the locomotor muscle of the crab Neohelice granulata (Decapoda: Varunidae). Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology a-Molecular & Integrative Physiology 2014; 172: 1-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cbpa.2014.02.010

Giannoni-Guzman MA, Avalos A, Perez JM, Loperena EJO, et al. Measuring individual locomotor rhythms in honey bees, paper wasps and other similar-sized insects. Journal of Experimental Biology 2014; 217(8): 1307-1315. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.096180

Hobbs SJ, Richards J, Clayton HM. The effect of centre of mass location on sagittal plane moments around the centre of mass in trotting horses. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1278-1286. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.02.024

Krishnan A, Socha JJ, Vlachos PP, Barba LA. Lift and wakes of flying snakes. Physics of Fluids 2014; 26(3). http://dx.doi.org/10.1063/1.4866444

Krizsan-Agbas D, Winter MK, Eggimann LS, Meriwether J, et al. Gait Analysis at Multiple Speeds Reveals Differential Functional and Structural Outcomes in Response to Graded Spinal Cord Injury. Journal of Neurotrauma 2014; 31(9): 846-856. http://dx.doi.org/10.1089/neu.2013.3115

Schmidt A. Locomotion in degus on terrestrial substrates varying in orientation - implications for biomechanical constraints and gait selection. Zoology 2014; 117(2): 146-159. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.zool.2013.08.009

Schmidt A, Biknevicius AR. Structured variability of steady-speed locomotion in rats. Journal of Experimental Biology 2014; 217(8): 1402-1406. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.092668

*DENTAL / ORAL / FACIAL*

Correa CB, Margonar R, Noritomi PY, Vaz LG. MECHANICAL BEHAVIOR OF DENTAL IMPLANTS IN DIFFERENT POSITIONS IN THE REHABILITATION OF THE ANTERIOR MAXILLA. Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry 2014; 111(4): 301-309.

Ferreira MB, Barao VA, Delben JA, Faverani LP, Hipolito AC, Assuncao WG. Non-linear 3D finite element analysis of full-arch implant-supported fixed dentures. Materials Science & Engineering C-Materials for Biological Applications 2014; 38: 306-314. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.msec.2014.02.021

Lossdorfer S, Bieber C, Schwestka-Polly R, Wiechmann D. Analysis of the torque capacity of a completely customized lingual appliance of the next generation. Head & Face Medicine 2014; 10. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1746-160x-10-4

Piotrowski B, Baptista AA, Patoor E, Bravetti P, Eberhardt A, Laheurte P. Interaction of bone-dental implant with new ultra low modulus alloy using a numerical approach. Materials Science & Engineering C-Materials for Biological Applications 2014; 38: 151-160. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.msec.2014.01.048

*EVOLUTION / ANTHROPOLOGY*

McPhee BW, Yates AM, Choiniere JN, Abdala F. The complete anatomy and phylogenetic relationships of Antetonitrus ingenipes (Sauropodiformes, Dinosauria): implications for the origins of Sauropoda. Zoological Journal of the Linnean Society 2014; 171(1): 151-205. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/zoj.12127

Meachen JA, Roberts TE. A Novel Multiscale Assessment of Community Assembly across Time, Space, and Functional Niche. American Naturalist 2014; 183(5): 585-599. http://dx.doi.org/10.1086/675758

*GAIT / LOCOMOTION*

Boudarham J, Roche N, Pradon D, Delouf E, Bensmail D, Zory R. Effects of Quadriceps Muscle Fatigue on Stiff-Knee Gait in Patients with Hemiparesis. Plos One 2014; 9(4). http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0094138

ElDeeb AM, Khodair AS. Three-dimensional analysis of gait in postmenopausal women with low bone mineral density. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation 2014; 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-11-55

Fino P, Lockhart TE. Required coefficient of friction during turning at self-selected slow, normal, and fast walking speeds. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1395-1400. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.01.032

Kim SC, Kim JY, Lee HN, Lee HH, et al. A quantitative analysis of gait patterns in vestibular neuritis patients using gyroscope sensor and a continuous walking protocol. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation 2014; 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-11-58

Lau TM, Gwin JT, Ferris DP. Walking reduces sensorimotor network connectivity compared to standing. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation 2014; 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-11-14

Lauziere S, Mieville C, Duclos C, Aissaoui R, Nadeau S. PERCEPTION THRESHOLD OF LOCOMOTOR SYMMETRY WHILE WALKING ON A SPLIT-BELT TREADMILL IN HEALTHY ELDERLY INDIVIDUALS. Perceptual and Motor Skills 2014; 118(2): 475-490. http://dx.doi.org/10.2466/25.15.PMS.118k17w6

Lipfert SW, Gunther M, Renjewski D, Seyfarth A. Impulsive ankle push-off powers leg swing in human walking. Journal of Experimental Biology 2014; 217(8): 1218-1228. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.097345

Marouane H, Shirazi-Adl A, Adouni M, Hashemi J. Steeper posterior tibial slope markedly increases ACL force in both active gait and passive knee joint under compression. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1353-1359. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.01.055

Martin AE, Schmiedeler JP. Predicting human walking gaits with a simple planar model. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1416-1421. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.01.035

Maykranz D, Seyfarth A. Compliant ankle function results in landing-take off asymmetry in legged locomotion. Journal of Theoretical Biology 2014; 349: 44-49. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jtbi.2014.01.029

Sloot LH, van der Krogt MM, Harlaar J. Energy exchange between subject and belt during treadmill walking. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1510-1513. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.02.001

Stephensen D, Drechsler WI, Scott OM. Influence of ankle plantar flexor muscle architecture and strength on gait in boys with haemophilia in comparison to typically developing children. Haemophilia 2014; 20(3): 413-420. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/hae.12317

Watari R, Sartor CD, Picon AP, Butugan MK, et al. Effect of diabetic neuropathy severity classified by a fuzzy model in muscle dynamics during gait. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation 2014; 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-11-11

*HAND / FINGER / FOOT / TOE*

Coupier J, Moiseev F, Feipel V, Rooze M, Jan SV. Motion representation of the long fingers: A proposal for the definitions of new anatomical frames. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1299-1306. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.02.017

*JOINT / CARTILAGE*

Fernandez-Muinos T, Suarez-Munoz M, Sanmarti-Espinal M, Semino CE. Matrix Dimensions, Stiffness, and Structural Properties Modulate Spontaneous Chondrogenic Commitment of Mouse Embryonic Fibroblasts. Tissue Engineering Part A 2014; 20(7-8): 1145-1155. http://dx.doi.org/10.1089/ten.tea.2013.0369

Ishihara Y, Mihata T, Tamboli M, Nguyen L, et al. Role of the superior shoulder capsule in passive stability of the glenohumeral joint. Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery 2014; 23(5): 642-648. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jse.2013.09.025

Umans H, Morrison W, DiFelice GS, Vaidya N, Winalski CS. Posterior horn medial meniscal root tear: the prequel. Skeletal Radiology 2014; 43(6): 775-780. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00256-014-1837-2

Wang YX, Fan YB, Zhang M. Comparison of stress on knee cartilage during kneeling and standing using finite element models. Medical Engineering & Physics 2014; 36(4): 439-447. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.medengphy.2014.01.004

*METHODS*

Martinez-Marti F, Martinez-Garcia MS, Garcia-Diaz SG, Garcia-Jimenez J, Palma AJ, Carvajal MA. Embedded sensor insole for wireless measurement of gait parameters. Australasian Physical & Engineering Sciences in Medicine 2014; 37(1): 25-35. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s13246-013-0236-7

Menegaldo LL, de Oliveira LF, Minato KK. EMGD-FE: an open source graphical user interface for estimating isometric muscle forces in the lower limb using an EMG-driven model. Biomedical Engineering Online 2014; 13. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1475-925x-13-37

Mersmann F, Bohm S, Schroll A, Arampatzis A. Validation of a simplified method for muscle volume assessment. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1348-1352. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.02.007

Roriz P, Carvalho L, Frazao O, Santos JL, Simoes JA. From conventional sensors to fibre optic sensors for strain and force measurements in biomechanics applications: A review. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1251-1261. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.01.054

Temesi J, Gruet M, Rupp T, Verges S, Millet GY. Resting and active motor thresholds versus stimulus-response curves to determine transcranial magnetic stimulation intensity in quadriceps femoris. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation 2014; 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-11-40

*MODELING*

Cook D, Julias M, Nauman E. Biological variability in biomechanical engineering research: Significance and meta-analysis of current modeling practices. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1241-1250. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.01.040

Curtin M, Lowery MM. Musculoskeletal modelling of muscle activation and applied external forces for the correction of scoliosis. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation 2014; 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-11-52

Xu GK, Yang C, Du J, Feng XQ. Integrin activation and internalization mediated by extracellular matrix elasticity: A biomechanical model. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1479-1484. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.01.022

*MUSCLE*

Haeufle DFB, Gunther M, Bayer A, Schmitt S. Hill-type muscle model with serial damping and eccentric force-velocity relation. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1531-1536. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.02.009

*NEURAL*

Pertici V, Laurin J, Feron F, Marqueste T, Decherchi P. Functional recovery after repair of peroneal nerve gap using different collagen conduits. Acta Neurochirurgica 2014; 156(5): 1029-1040. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00701-014-2009-9

Pham H, Ariga Y, Tominaga K, Oku T, et al. Extraction and implementation of muscle synergies in neuro-mechanical control of upper limb movement. Advanced Robotics 2014; 28(11): 745-757. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/01691864.2013.876940

Sakamoto M, Tazoe T, Nakajima T, Endoh T, Komiyama T. Leg automaticity is stronger than arm automaticity during simultaneous arm and leg cycling. Neuroscience Letters 2014; 564: 62-66. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.neulet.2014.02.009

Yarrow JF, Conover CF, Beggs LA, Beck DT, et al. Testosterone Dose Dependently Prevents Bone and Muscle Loss in Rodents after Spinal Cord Injury. Journal of Neurotrauma 2014; 31(9): 834-845. http://dx.doi.org/10.1089/neu.2013.3155

*ORTHOPAEDICS / SPINE*

Cannella M, Isaacs JL, Allen S, Orana A, Vresilovic E, Marcolongo M. Nucleus Implantation: The Biomechanics of Augmentation Versus Replacement With Varying Degrees of Nucleotomy. Journal of Biomechanical Engineering-Transactions of the Asme 2014; 136(5). http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/1.4027056

Erbulut DU, Kiapour A, Oktenoglu T, Ozer AF, Goel VK. A Computational Biomechanical Investigation of Posterior Dynamic Instrumentation: Combination of Dynamic Rod and Hinged (Dynamic) Screw. Journal of Biomechanical Engineering-Transactions of the Asme 2014; 136(5). http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/1.4027060

Fakhouri SF, Shimano MM, de Araujo CA, Defino HLA, Shimano AC. ANALYSIS OF STRESS INDUCED BY SCREWS IN THE VERTEBRAL FIXATION SYSTEM. Acta Ortopedica Brasileira 2014; 22(1): 17-20.

Fu LJ, France A, Xie YZ, Fang K, Gan YK, Zhang P. Functional and radiological outcomes of semi-rigid dynamic lumbar stabilization adjacent to single-level fusion after 2 years. Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery 2014; 134(5): 605-610. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00402-014-1961-4

Lin HM, Liu CL, Pan YN, Huang CH, et al. Biomechanical analysis and design of a dynamic spinal fixator using topology optimization: a finite element analysis. Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing 2014; 52(5): 499-508. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11517-014-1154-x

Stolworthy DK, Zirbel SA, Howell LL, Samuels M, Bowden AE. Characterization and prediction of rate-dependent flexibility in lumbar spine biomechanics at room and body temperature. Spine Journal 2014; 14(5): 789-798. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.spinee.2013.08.043

Yu XC, Zhu L, Su Q. Lumbar spine stability after combined application of interspinous fastener and modified posterior lumbar interbody fusion: a biomechanical study. Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery 2014; 134(5): 623-629. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00402-014-1977-9

*ORTHOPAEDICS / SURGERY*

Ariza-Vega P, Jimenez-Moleon JJ, Kristensen MT. Change of residence and functional status within three months and one year following hip fracture surgery. Disability and Rehabilitation 2014; 36(8): 685-690. http://dx.doi.org/10.3109/09638288.2013.813081

Asai S, Maeyama A, Hoshino Y, Goto B, et al. A comparison of dynamic rotational knee instability between anatomic single-bundle and over-the-top anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction using triaxial accelerometry. Knee Surgery Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy 2014; 22(5): 972-978. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00167-013-2499-7

Awwad GE, Eng K, Bain GI, McGuire D, Jones CF. Medial grasping sutures significantly improve load to failure of the rotator cuff suture bridge repair. Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery 2014; 23(5): 720-728. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jse.2013.08.004

Bruckner M, Unger M, Spies M. In vitro biomechanical comparison of a newly designed interlocking nail system to a standard DCP. Tieraerztliche Praxis Ausgabe Kleintiere Heimtiere 2014; 42(2): 79-87.

Camarda L, Pitarresi G, Moscadini S, Marannano G, Sanfilippo A, D'Arienzo M. Effect of suturing the femoral portion of a four-strand graft during an ACL reconstruction. Knee Surgery Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy 2014; 22(5): 1040-1046. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00167-013-2449-4

Elamrani D, Aumar A, Wavreille G, Fontaine C. Comparative morphometry of the antebrachial and crural interosseous membranes: preliminary study for the use of the crural interosseous membrane in the surgical repair of the antebrachial interosseous membrane tears. Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy 2014; 36(4): 333-339. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00276-013-1199-9

Flinkkila T, Toimela J, Sirnio K, Leppilahti J. Results of parallel plate fixation of comminuted intra-articular distal humeral fractures. Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery 2014; 23(5): 701-707. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jse.2014.01.017

Fu M, Xiang SS, Zhang ZQ, Huang GX, et al. The biomechanical differences of rotational acetabular osteotomy, Chiari osteotomy and shelf procedure in developmental dysplasia of hip. Bmc Musculoskeletal Disorders 2014; 15. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1471-2474-15-47

GiglioTakaes I, Inada MM, de Miranda JB, Cunha SA, Piedade SR. ISOKINETIC EVALUATION AFTER TWO-STAGE BICRUCIATE RECONSTRUCTION. Acta Ortopedica Brasileira 2014; 22(1): 21-24.

Goetzen M, Nicolino T, Hofmann-Fliri L, Blauth M, Windolf M. Metaphyseal Screw Augmentation of the LISS-PLT Plate With Polymethylmethacrylate Improves Angular Stability in Osteoporotic Proximal Third Tibial Fractures: A Biomechanical Study in Human Cadaveric Tibiae. Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma 2014; 28(5): 294-299. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/bot.0000000000000004

Henninger HB, King FK, Tashjian RZ, Burks RT. Biomechanical comparison of reverse total shoulder arthroplasty systems in soft tissue-constrained shoulders. Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery 2014; 23(5): E108-E117. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jse.2013.08.008

Kaiser MM, Stratmann C, Zachert G, Schulze-Hessing M, et al. Modification of elastic stable intramedullary nailing with a 3rd nail in a femoral spiral fracture model - results of biomechanical testing and a prospective clinical study. Bmc Musculoskeletal Disorders 2014; 15. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1471-2474-15-3

LaPrade CM, James EW, Engebretsen L, LaPrade RF. Anterior medial meniscal root avulsions due to malposition of the tibial tunnel during anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: two case reports. Knee Surgery Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy 2014; 22(5): 1119-1123. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00167-014-2868-x

Lindau T. Palmar reconstruction of the triangular fibrocartilage complex for instability of the distal radioulnar joint: a biomechanical study. Journal of Hand Surgery-European Volume 2013; 38(5): 523-523. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1753193412461743

Mariconda M, Soscia E, Sirignano C, Smeraglia F, Soldati A, Balato G. Biomechanical effect of isolated capitate shortening in Kienbock's disease: an anatomical study. Journal of Hand Surgery-European Volume 2013; 38(5): 508-514. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1753193412458996

Milne LP, Kop AM, Kuster MS. Polyaxial Locking and Compression Screws Improve Construct Stiffness of Acetabular Cup Fixation: A Biomechanical Study. Journal of Arthroplasty 2014; 29(5): 1043-1051. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.arth.2013.11.007

Morishima T, Ginsel BL, Choy GGH, Wilson LJ, Whitehouse SL, Crawford RW. Periprosthetic Fracture Torque for Short Versus Standard Cemented Hip Stems: An Experimental In Vitro Study. Journal of Arthroplasty 2014; 29(5): 1067-1071. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.arth.2013.10.016

Nadorf J, Thomsen M, Gantz S, Sonntag R, Kretzer JP. Fixation of the shorter cementless GTS (TM) stem: biomechanical comparison between a conventional and an innovative implant design. Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery 2014; 134(5): 719-726. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00402-014-1946-3

Nuchtern JV, Ruecker AH, Sellenschloh K, Rupprecht M, et al. Malpositioning of the Lag Screws by 1- or 2-screw Nailing Systems for Pertrochanteric Femoral Fractures: A Biomechanical Comparison of Gamma 3 and Intertan. Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma 2014; 28(5): 276-282. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/bot.0000000000000008

Osterhoff G, Tiziani S, Ferguson SJ, Spreiter G, et al. Mechanical testing of a device for subcutaneous internal anterior pelvic ring fixation versus external pelvic ring fixation. Bmc Musculoskeletal Disorders 2014; 15. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1471-2474-15-111

Renkawitz T, Sendtner E, Schuster T, Weber M, Grifka J, Woerner M. Femoral Pinless Length and Offset Measurements During Computer-Assisted, Minimally Invasive Total Hip Arthroplasty. Journal of Arthroplasty 2014; 29(5): 1021-1025. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.arth.2013.09.034

*PROSTHETICS / ORTHOTICS*

Abd Razak NA, Abu Osman NA, Kamyab M, Abas W, Gholizadeh H. Satisfaction and Problems Experienced with Wrist Movements. American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 2014; 93(5): 437-444. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/PHM.0b013e3182a51fc2

Kobayashi T, Orendurff MS, Arabian AK, Rosenbaum-Chou TG, Boone DA. Effect of prosthetic alignment changes on socket reaction moment impulse during walking in transtibial amputees. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1315-1323. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.02.012

Lee PVS, Lythgo N, Laing S, Lavranos J, Thanh NH. 10Pressure casting technique for transtibial prosthetic socket fit in developing countries. Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development 2014; 51(1): 101-110. http://dx.doi.org/10.1682/jrrd.2012.10.0191

Lian Q, Li DC, Jin ZM, Wang Z, Sun YH. Patient-Specific Design and Biomechanical Evaluation of a Novel Bipolar Femoral Hemi-Knee Prosthesis. Journal of Bionic Engineering 2014; 11(2): 259-267. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s1672-6529(14)60039-1

*ROBOTICS*

Hamed KA, Grizzle JW. Event-Based Stabilization of Periodic Orbits for Underactuated 3-D Bipedal Robots With Left-Right Symmetry. Ieee Transactions on Robotics 2014; 30(2): 365-381. http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/tro.2013.2287831

Leach D, Gunther F, Maheshwari N, Iida F. Linear Multimodal Actuation Through Discrete Coupling. Ieee-Asme Transactions on Mechatronics 2014; 19(3): 827-839. http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/tmech.2013.2261532

Li MT, Jiang ZY, Wang PF, Sun LN, Ge SS. Control of a Quadruped Robot with Bionic Springy Legs in Trotting Gait. Journal of Bionic Engineering 2014; 11(2): 188-198. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s1672-6529(14)60043-3

Takagi H, Nakashima M, Ozaki T, Matsuuchi K. Unsteady hydrodynamic forces acting on a robotic arm and its flow field: Application to the crawl stroke. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1401-1408. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.01.046

Wu ZX, Yu JZ, Tan M, Zhang JW. Kinematic Comparison of Forward and Backward Swimming and Maneuvering in a Self-Propelled Sub-Carangiform Robotic Fish. Journal of Bionic Engineering 2014; 11(2): 199-212. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s1672-6529(14)60037-8

*REACHING / GRASP*

Coscia M, Cheung VCK, Tropea P, Koenig A, et al. The effect of arm weight support on upper limb muscle synergies during reaching movements. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation 2014; 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-11-22

*REHABILITATION*

Benzinger P, Lindemann U, Becker C, Aminian K, Jamour M, Flick SE. Geriatric rehabilitation after hip fracture Role of body-fixed sensor measurements of physical activity. Zeitschrift Fur Gerontologie Und Geriatrie 2014; 47(3): 236-+. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00391-013-0477-9

Budini F, Lowery MM, Hutchinson M, Bradley D, Conroy L, De Vito G. Dexterity Training Improves Manual Precision in Patients Affected by Essential Tremor. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 2014; 95(4): 705-710. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2013.11.002

del-Ama AJ, Gil-Agudo A, Pons JL, Moreno JC. Hybrid FES-robot cooperative control of ambulatory gait rehabilitation exoskeleton. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation 2014; 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-11-27

Delussu AS, Morone G, Iosa M, Bragoni M, Traballesi M, Paolucci S. Physiological responses and energy cost of walking on the Gait Trainer with and without body weight support in subacute stroke patients. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation 2014; 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-11-54

Dobkin BHK, Nadeau SE, Behrman AL, Wu SS, et al. Prediction of responders for outcome measures of Locomotor Experience Applied Post Stroke trial. Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development 2014; 51(1): 39-50. http://dx.doi.org/10.1682/jrrd.2013.04.0080

Duff M, Chen YP, Cheng L, Liu SM, et al. Adaptive Mixed Reality Rehabilitation Improves Quality of Reaching Movements More Than Traditional Reaching Therapy Following Stroke. Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair 2013; 27(4): 306-315. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1545968312465195

Fenuta AM, Hicks AL. Muscle activation during body weight-supported locomotion while using the ZeroG. Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development 2014; 51(1): 51-57. http://dx.doi.org/10.1682/jrrd.2013.01.0005

Fleerkotte BM, Koopman B, Buurke JH, van Asseldonk EHF, van der Kooij H, Rietman JS. The effect of impedance-controlled robotic gait training on walking ability and quality in individuals with chronic incomplete spinal cord injury: an explorative study. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation 2014; 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-11-26

Gaiad TP, Araujo KPC, Serrao JC, Miglino MA, Ambrosio CE. Motor Physical Therapy Affects Muscle Collagen Type I and Decreases Gait Speed in Dystrophin-Deficient Dogs. Plos One 2014; 9(4). http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0093500

Guerreiro JPF, Claro RFT, Rodrigues JD, Freire BFA. EFFECT OF WATERGYM IN KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS. Acta Ortopedica Brasileira 2014; 22(1): 25-28.

Guiraud D, Coste CA, Benoussaad M, Fattal C. Implanted functional electrical stimulation: case report of a paraplegic patient with complete SCI after 9 years. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation 2014; 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-11-15

Marchal-Crespo L, Schneider J, Jaeger L, Riener R. Learning a locomotor task: with or without errors? Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation 2014; 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-11-25

Nadeau SE, Wu SS, Dobkin BH, Azen SP, et al. Effects of Task-Specific and Impairment-Based Training Compared With Usual Care on Functional Walking Ability After Inpatient Stroke Rehabilitation LEAPS Trial. Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair 2013; 27(4): 370-380. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/154596831348128424.

Niu X, Varoqui D, Kindig M, Mirbagheri MM. Prediction of gait recovery in spinal cord injured individuals trained with robotic gait orthosis. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation 2014; 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-11-42

Obayashi C, Tamei T, Shibata T. Assist-as-needed robotic trainer based on reinforcement learning and its application to dart-throwing. Neural Networks 2014; 53: 52-60. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.neunet.2014.01.012

Possover M. Recovery of Sensory and Supraspinal Control of Leg Movement in People With Chronic Paraplegia: A Case Series. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 2014; 95(4): 610-614. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2013.10.030

Sharp KG, Gramer R, Butler L, Cramer SC, Hade E, Page SJ. Effect of Overground Training Augmented by Mental Practice on Gait Velocity in Chronic, Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 2014; 95(4): 615-621. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2013.11.016

Smith SD, LaPrade RF, Jansson KS, Aroen A, Wijdicks CA. Functional bracing of ACL injuries: current state and future directions. Knee Surgery Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy 2014; 22(5): 1131-1141. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00167-013-2514-z

Varoqui D, Niu X, Mirbagheri MM. Ankle voluntary movement enhancement following robotic-assisted locomotor training in spinal cord injury. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation 2014; 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-11-46

Ward PJ, Herrity AN, Smith RR, Willhite A, et al. Novel Multi-System Functional Gains via Task Specific Training in Spinal Cord Injured Male Rats. Journal of Neurotrauma 2014; 31(9): 819-833. http://dx.doi.org/10.1089/neu.2013.3082

Wu TM, Chen DZ. Biomechanical study of upper-limb exoskeleton for resistance training with three-dimensional motion analysis system. Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development 2014; 51(1): 111-126. http://dx.doi.org/10.1682/jrrd.2012.12.0227

*SPORT / EXERCISE*

Ahamed NU, Sundaraj K, Ahmad B, Rahman M, Ali MA, Islam MA. Surface electromyographic analysis of the biceps brachii muscle of cricket bowlers during bowling. Australasian Physical & Engineering Sciences in Medicine 2014; 37(1): 83-95. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s13246-014-0245-1

Cole MH, Grimshaw PN. The crunch factor's role in golf-related low back pain. Spine Journal 2014; 14(5): 799-807. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.spinee.2013.09.019

Eissa A. Biomechanical Evaluation of the Phases of the Triple Jump Take-Off in a Top Female Athlete. Journal of Human Kinetics 2014; 40(1): 29-35. http://dx.doi.org/10.2478/hukin-2014-0004

Ichihashi N, Ibuki S, Otsuka N, Takashima S, Matsumura A. Kinematic characteristics of the scapula and clavicle during military press exercise and shoulder flexion. Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery 2014; 23(5): 649-657. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jse.2013.11.014

Lahner M, Pellengahr CVS, Walter PA, Lukas C, et al. Biomechanical and functional indicators in male semiprofessional soccer players with increased hip alpha angles vs. amateur soccer players. Bmc Musculoskeletal Disorders 2014; 15. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1471-2474-15-88

Mason B, Lenton J, Rhodes J, Cooper R, Goosey-Tolfrey V. Comparing the Activity Profiles of Wheelchair Rugby Using a Miniaturised Data Logger and Radio-Frequency Tracking System. Biomed Research International 2014. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/348048

Wong FKH, Keung JHK, Lau NML, Ng DKS, Chung JWY, Chow DHK. Effects of Body Mass Index and Full Body Kinematics on Tennis Serve Speed. Journal of Human Kinetics 2014; 40(1): 21-28. http://dx.doi.org/10.2478/hukin-2014-0003

Yeadon MR, Hiley MJ. The control of twisting somersaults. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1340-1347. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.02.006

*TENDON / LIGAMENT*

Roos PE, Button K, van Deursen RWM. Motor control strategies during double leg squat following anterior cruciate ligament rupture and reconstruction: an observational study. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation 2014; 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-11-19

Tan J, Chen J, Tang JB. In vivo length changes of wrist ligaments at full wrist extension. Journal of Hand Surgery-European Volume 2014; 39(4): 384-390. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1753193413484626

van Diek FM, Wolf MR, Murawski CD, van Eck CF, Fu FH. Knee morphology and risk factors for developing an anterior cruciate ligament rupture: an MRI comparison between ACL-ruptured and non-injured knees. Knee Surgery Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy 2014; 22(5): 987-994. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00167-013-2588-7

*TISSUE / BIOMATERIAL*

Akcay EK, Akcay M, Uysal BS, Kosekahya P, et al. Impaired Corneal Biomechanical Properties and the Prevalence of Keratoconus in Mitral Valve Prolapse. Journal of Ophthalmology 2014. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/402193

Chawla R, Tan A, Ahmed M, Crowley C, et al. A polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane-based bilayered dermal scaffold seeded with adipose tissue-derived stem cells: in vitro assessment of biomechanical properties. Journal of Surgical Research 2014; 188(2): 361-372. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jss.2014.01.006

Commisso MS, Martinez-Reina J, Mayo J, Dominguez J, Tanaka E. Effect of non-uniform thickness of samples in stress relaxation tests under unconfined compression of samples of articular discs. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1526-1530. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.02.008

Jain E, Damania A, Kumar A. Biomaterials for liver tissue engineering. Hepatology International 2014; 8(2): 185-197. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s12072-013-9503-7

Kang N, Liu X, Yan L, Wang Q, Cao YL, Xiao R. Different Ratios of Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cells and Chondrocytes Used in Tissue-Engineered Cartilage and Its Application for Human Ear-Shaped Substitutes in vitro. Cells Tissues Organs 2013; 198(5): 357-366. http://dx.doi.org/10.1159/000357669

Kotecha A, Russell RA, Sinapis A, Pourjavan S, Sinapis D, Garway-Heath DF. Biomechanical parameters of the cornea measured with the Ocular Response Analyzer in normal eyes. Bmc Ophthalmology 2014; 14. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1471-2415-14-11

Nalcacioglu-Yuksekkaya P, Sen E, Elgin U, Hocaoglu M, et al. Corneal properties in children with congenital isolated growth hormone deficiency. International Journal of Ophthalmology 2014; 7(2): 317-320. http://dx.doi.org/10.3980/j.issn.2222-3959.2014.02.22

O'Leary SA, Kavanagh EG, Grace PA, McGloughlin TM, Doyle BJ. The biaxial mechanical behaviour of abdominal aortic aneurysm intraluminal thrombus: Classification of morphology and the determination of layer and region specific properties. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1430-1437. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.01.041

Ozkok A, Hatipoglu E, Tamcelik N, Balta B, et al. Corneal biomechanical properties of patients with acromegaly. British Journal of Ophthalmology 2014; 98(5): 651-657. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bjophthalmol-2013-304277

Sander EA, Lynch KA, Boyce ST. Development of the Mechanical Properties of Engineered Skin Substitutes After Grafting to Full-Thickness Wounds. Journal of Biomechanical Engineering-Transactions of the Asme 2014; 136(5). http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/1.4026290

*TRAUMA / IMPACT TESTING*

Huempfner-Hierl H, Schaller A, Hierl T. Biomechanical investigation of the supraorbital arch - a transient FEA study on the impact of physical blows. Head & Face Medicine 2014; 10. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1746-160x-10-13

*VETERINARY / AGRICULTURAL*

Bertuglia A, Bullone M, Rossotto F, Gasparini M. Epidemiology of musculoskeletal injuries in a population of harness Standardbred racehorses in training. Bmc Veterinary Research 2014; 10. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1746-6148-10-11

Meijer E, Bertholle CP, Oosterlinck M, van der Staay FJ, Back W, van Nes A. Pressure mat analysis of the longitudinal development of pig locomotion in growing pigs after weaning. Bmc Veterinary Research 2014; 10. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1746-6148-10-37

Olby NJ, Lim JH, Babb K, Bach K, et al. Gait scoring in dogs with thoracolumbar spinal cord injuries when walking on a treadmill. Bmc Veterinary Research 2014; 10. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1746-6148-10-58

*VISUAL / VESTIBULAR*

Aravind G, Lamontagne A. Perceptual and locomotor factors affect obstacle avoidance in persons with visuospatial neglect. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation 2014; 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1743-0003-11-38

Picaud S, Sahel JA. Retinal prostheses: Clinical results and future challenges. Comptes Rendus Biologies 2014; 337(3): 214-222. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.crvi.2014.01.001

Saunders JA. Reliability and relative weighting of visual and nonvisual information for perceiving direction of self-motion during walking. Journal of Vision 2014; 14(3). http://dx.doi.org/10.1167/14.3.24

*WHEELCHAIR*

Rice IM, Jayaraman C, Hsiao-Wecksler ET, Sosnoff JJ. Relationship Between Shoulder Pain and Kinetic and Temporal-Spatial Variability in Wheelchair Users. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 2014; 95(4): 699-704. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2013.11.005

*UNIQUE TOPIC*

Bocian M, Macdonald JHG, Burn JF. Probabilistic criteria for lateral dynamic stability of bridges under crowd loading. Computers & Structures 2014; 136: 108-119. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruc.2014.02.003

Chen WQ. The renaissance of continuum mechanics. Journal of Zhejiang University-Science A 2014; 15(4): 231-240. http://dx.doi.org/10.1631/jzus.A1400079

Chihak BJ, Grechkin TY, Kearney JK, Cremer JF, Plumert JM. How children and adults learn to intercept moving gaps. Journal of Experimental Child Psychology 2014; 122: 134-152. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jecp.2013.12.006

Hoyek N, Di Rienzo F, Collet C, Creveaux T, Guillot A. Hand mental rotation is not systematically altered by actual body position: Laterality judgment versus same-different comparison tasks. Attention Perception & Psychophysics 2014; 76(2): 519-526. http://dx.doi.org/10.3758/s13414-013-0577-z

Koshy J, Scheurkogel MM, Clough L, Huisman T, Poretti A, Bosemani T. Neuroimaging findings of retroclival hemorrhage in children: a diagnostic conundrum. Childs Nervous System 2014; 30(5): 835-839. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00381-014-2369-8

Ren L, Qian ZH, Ren LQ. Biomechanics of Musculoskeletal System and Its Biomimetic Implications: A Review. Journal of Bionic Engineering 2014; 11(2): 159-175. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s1672-6529(14)60033-0

*PICKS OF THE WEEK*

Azizi E. Locomotor function shapes the passive mechanical properties and operating lengths of muscle. Proceedings of the Royal Society B-Biological Sciences 2014; 281(1783). http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rspb.2013.2914

Miller RH. A comparison of muscle energy models for simulating human walking in three dimensions. Journal of Biomechanics 2014; 47(6): 1373-1381. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.01.049

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