Determining Predictor Variables for Running-Related Pain

Warren, Barbara L.; Davis, Virginia

doi:10.1093/ptj/68.5.647

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“…Another possible explanation for shorter loading response values might be limited dorsiflexion range of motion in the contralateral leg during preswing, making the ipsilateral leg pass faster until reaching the floor. This assumption is supported by previous research showing associations between limited ankle joint dorsiflexion range of motion (ROM) and overuse injuries [ 31 , 32 ]. It should be also noted that ambulation on an inclined surface, as in the present study, requires increased ankle dorsiflexion and greater muscle activation of the knee and ankle joints for stability [ 33 ].…”

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Spatiotemporal Gait Parameters as Predictors of Lower-Limb Overuse Injuries in Military Training

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Gottlieb

Lozin

2016

The Scientific World Journal

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The study objective was to determine whether spatiotemporal gait parameters could predict lower-limb overuse injuries in cohort of combat soldiers during first year of military service. Newly recruited infantry soldiers walked on a treadmill at a 15° incline with a fixed speed of 1.67 m/sec while wearing a standard military vest with a 10 kg load. Stride time variability, stride length variability, step length asymmetry, and the duration of the loading response phase of the gait cycle were measured. Injury data on 76 soldiers who did not report musculoskeletal complaints at initial screening were collected one year after recruitment. Multiple logistic regression analyses were conducted to determine the predictive effect of the gait parameters on lower-limb injuries. Twenty-four soldiers (31.6%) had overuse injuries during the first year after recruitment. Duration of the loading response was a significant predictor of general lower-limb injury (p < 0.05), as well as of foot/ankle and knee injuries (p < 0.05, p < 0.01, resp.). A cutoff value of less than 12.15% for loading response duration predicted knee injuries with 83% sensitivity and 67% specificity. This study demonstrates the utility of spatiotemporal gait evaluation, a simple screening tool before military training, which may help to identify individuals at risk of lower-limb overuse injuries.

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Spatiotemporal Gait Parameters as Predictors of Lower-Limb Overuse Injuries in Military Training

Springer

Gottlieb

Lozin

2016

The Scientific World Journal

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“…imited ankle joint dorsiflexion has been associated with many overuse injuries of the lower extremity, including plantar fasciitis, [1][2][3] Achilles tendinopathy, [3][4][5][6] shin splints, 7,8 iliotibial band syndrome, 8 and patellofemoral pain syndrome. 9 Gastrocnemius muscle tightness limits ankle joint dorsiflexion when the knee is in an extended position.…”

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Subtalar Joint Position During Gastrocnemius Stretching and Ankle Dorsiflexion Range of Motion

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Baer

Hovermale

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Journal of Athletic Training

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“…Many lower-extremity overuse injuries have been associated with limited ankle joint dorsiflexion. [ 9 - 11 ]…”

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Comparison of ankle force, mobility, flexibility, and plantar pressure values in athletes according to foot posture index

Kalender¹,

Uzuner²,

Şimşek³

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Turk J Phys Med Rehab

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Objectives: This study aims to compare ankle force, mobility, flexibility, and plantar pressure distribution of athletes according to foot posture index (FPI). Patients and methods: Between September 2016 and May 2018, a total of 70 volunteer male athletes (mean age: 21.1±2.3 years; range, 18 to 25 years) were included. The athletes were divided into three groups according to their FPI as follows: having supinated feet (Group 1, n=16), neutral/normal feet (Group 2, n=36), or pronated feet (Group 3, n=18). Ankle range of motion (ROM), muscle flexibility, ankle joint strength, and plantar pressure distribution were measured. Results: There were significant differences among the three groups in both right and left ankle dorsiflexion ROM (p=0.009 and p=0.003, respectively). Group 1 had significantly smaller dorsiflexion ROM than the other groups. Group 1 also showed significantly less flexibility in the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles than the other foot posture groups. Groups 2 and 3 exhibited significant differences in the maximum torque (p=0.018), maximum work (p=0.008), and total work (p=0.008) of the right plantar flexor muscles at 60°/sec angular velocity. Peak pressure measurements of the right foot were higher in Group 1, compared to Groups 2 and 3 (p<0.001). Conclusion: The results of this study may help to enhance athletic performance by providing a guide for designing training programs appropriate for athletes with different foot types to address their specific muscle flexibility and strength deficiencies.

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Determining Predictor Variables for Running-Related Pain

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Spatiotemporal Gait Parameters as Predictors of Lower-Limb Overuse Injuries in Military Training

Spatiotemporal Gait Parameters as Predictors of Lower-Limb Overuse Injuries in Military Training

Subtalar Joint Position During Gastrocnemius Stretching and Ankle Dorsiflexion Range of Motion

Comparison of ankle force, mobility, flexibility, and plantar pressure values in athletes according to foot posture index

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