While design modifications present on work boots improve safety, they may not always
provide optimal human performance during work tasks. Understanding the impact of these …

The purpose of this investigation is to determine the effects of exercise induced muscle
damage (EIMD) on balance and knee joint torque. Thirteen males and females volunteered …

This study aimed to investigate the physical effects of precision lifting tasks on the maximal
acceptable weight of a lift (ie, psychophysiological lifting capacity where the workers adjust …

Limited research exists on the physiological demands of occupational footwear. Therefore,
the purpose of this investigation was to examine the impact of tactical boots (TB)(0.5 kg) and …

BACKGROUND: The impact of occupational footwear and workload on postural stability has
been studied previously to prevent fall-related workplace injuries. OBJECTIVE: The purpose …

Background: Postural strategies such as ankle, hip, or combined ankle-hip strategies are
used to maintain optimal postural stability, which can be influenced by the footwear type and …

Background: Wearable technology is used by clinicians and researchers and play a critical
role in biomechanical assessments and rehabilitation. Objective: The purpose of this …

Background: Occupational footwear and a prolonged duration of walking have been
previously reported to play a role in maintaining postural stability. The purpose of this paper …

This study investigated how walking in occupational footwear (OF) affects slip outcome and
slip recovery strategies in response to an unexpected slip. Participants walked along a …

Occupational injuries and work-related musculoskeletal disorders are among the significant
issues affecting the construction industry. This work evaluated the musculoskeletal effects of …