Physical exercise should be part of an active lifestyle during pregnancy and the puerperium,
as shown by growing evidence on its benefits for the health of pregnant women and …

The effect of parity status on the prevalence and impact of musculoskeletal injury (MSKi)
among female Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members is unknown. This study aims to …

During pregnancy, women undergo significant physiological, hormonal, and biomechanical
changes that influence their gait. The forward shift of the center of mass and increased joint …

Additive manufacturing technologies offer important new manufacturing possibilities, but its
potential is so big that only with the support of other technologies can it really be exploited …

Background: Changes in physical shape and body mass during pregnancy may increase
the risk of walking falls. Shoes can protect and enhance the inherent function of the foot …

Objectives To systematically review studies evaluating one or more components of physical
fitness (PF) in pregnant women, to answer two research questions:(1) What tests have been …

Introduction: Musculoskeletal injuries (MSKi) are the most common injury type experienced
by first-responders and health care providers (HCPs), making them a significant threat to …

Background Although changes in the gait biomechanics during pregnancy are known to
occur, it is unclear whether they return to their original state after childbirth. Research …

Physical fitness (PF) is an important marker of health and a significant predictor of morbidity
and mortality across the lifespan. During pregnancy, higher PF seems to be associated with …

Since human feet bears body weight, they play a crucial role in daily life activities. The
increase in joint load as a result of an increase in body mass during pregnancy will certainly …