Sex differences in heel pad stiffness during a standing heel-rise task

Research Output

The mechanical properties of the calcaneal fat pad have been determined during plantarflexion using synchronised motion analysis and force plate systems. This study showed no significant differences in stiffness measurements between genders with respect to the left and right heels. The application of this combined technology has potential to be used within the clinics to support foot disease diagnosis such as plantar fasciitis and heel pain.

Date:

31 July 2019
Publication Status:

Unpublished
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http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/output/3011924 <p>Ugbolue, U. C., Yates, E. L., Lam, W.-K., Valentin, S., Baker, J. S., & Gu, Y. (2019, July). <i>Sex differences in heel pad stiffness during a standing heel-rise task</i>. Paper presented at International Society of Biomechanics / American Society of Biomechanics 2019 Conference (ISB/ASB 2019), Calgary, Canada</p>

Citation

Ugbolue, U. C., Yates, E. L., Lam, W.-K., Valentin, S., Baker, J. S., & Gu, Y. (2019, July). Sex differences in heel pad stiffness during a standing heel-rise task. Paper presented at International Society of Biomechanics / American Society of Biomechanics 2019 Conference (ISB/ASB 2019), Calgary, Canada