The Mechanics of Walking
The Gait Cycle The mechanics of walking involves a coordinated effort of the feet, knees, and hips. The cycle of how a person walks is
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The Gait Cycle The mechanics of walking involves a coordinated effort of the feet, knees, and hips. The cycle of how a person walks is
The iHunch, iPosture, text neck — call it what you will — it is still plain old bad posture, and it can literally be a pain in
Weight-bearing Activity Weight-bearing activity is critical for bone health. The stress on the bones that results from weight-bearing activities like running, jumping, and at times
Weight-bearing exercise is one of the three primary pillars of bone health along with a calcium-rich diet and vitamin D. Walking is a good option
By Sally Warner, PhD (Member, Medical & Scientific Advisory Board) Walking can be such a mindless activity. But when you embark on a 60-mile walk,
An analysis of several walking studies reports that walking as a “singular exercise” has no significant effect on bone density at the lumbar spine in
Gait Patterns The pattern of how you walk is called your gait. Many different diseases and conditions can affect your gait and lead to problems
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