Background Physical and functional losses due to aging and diseases decrease human
mobility, independence, and quality of life. This study is aimed at summarizing and …

The aging process is associated with loss of muscle mass and strength and decline in
physical functioning. The term sarcopenia is primarily defined as low level of muscle mass …

This two-part paper discusses the analysis and control of legged locomotion in terms of N-
step capturability: the ability of a legged system to come to a stop without falling by taking N …

Background: balancing reactions that involve rapid stepping or reaching movements are
critical for preventing falls. These compensatory reactions are much more rapid than …

Background. This study investigated the neuropsychological, sensorimotor, speed, and
balance contributions to a new test of choice stepping reaction time (CSRT) and determined …

Background. Falls occur not only in the forward direction, but also to the side and backward.
The purpose of this study was to develop a portable and valid tool to measure limits of …

Background. Tripping is a leading cause of falls in older adults, often resulting in serious
injury. Although the requirements for recovery from a trip are well characterized, the …

BACKGROUND: Falls are one of the greatest concerns among the elderly. A number of
studies have described peak torque as one of the best fall-related predictor. No studies have …

The control and perception of body orientation and motion are subserved by multiple
sensory and motor mechanisms ranging from relatively simple, peripheral mechanisms to …

Abstract Arnold, CM, Warkentin, KD, Chilibeck, PD, and Magnus, CRA. The Reliability and
Validity of Handheld Dynamometry for the Measurement of Lower-Extremity Muscle Strength …