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DefinitionTraumatic brain injury, or TBI, is a disturbance of normal brain function induced by an external mechanical force, such as a direct blow to the head or a penetrating injury. It can affect both brain structure and function, producing a wide range of clinical outcomes. TBI is a heterogeneous condition, meaning its effects may differ based on the type, location, and severity of the injury.Basis of ClassificationTBI is classified based on severity, injury mechanism, or pathophysiology. In...

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Gavin Williams1, Anthony Schache, Meg E Morris

  • 1Epworth Hospital, Melbourne and School of Health Sciences, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia. gavin.williams@epworth.org.au

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People with traumatic brain injury (TBI) can run, but exhibit distinct biomechanical abnormalities, particularly at the knee and ankle. A stable trunk may be crucial for improving running in individuals with TBI.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics
  • Neuroscience
  • Rehabilitation Science

Background:

  • Traumatic brain injury (TBI) often leads to gait abnormalities and mobility limitations.
  • Understanding running biomechanics post-TBI is crucial for developing targeted rehabilitation strategies.
  • Previous research has primarily focused on gait, with less attention paid to running capabilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and characterize running abnormalities in individuals with TBI compared to healthy controls (HCs).
  • To determine if observed running abnormalities resemble those seen during gait in the TBI population.
  • To explore potential requirements for achieving running post-TBI.

Main Methods:

  • Convenience sampling of 44 individuals with TBI and 15 HCs.
  • Collection of spatio-temporal, kinematic, and kinetic data during self-selected walking and running.
  • Analysis of biomechanical parameters at matched running speeds.

Main Results:

  • Individuals with TBI demonstrated significantly slower self-selected running speeds than HCs.
  • At matched speeds, TBI group exhibited higher cadence and shorter step length.
  • Common abnormalities included knee issues during stance, reduced ankle push-off power, and increased hip extensor power at initial contact.

Conclusions:

  • Many individuals with TBI possess the capacity for running, despite significant biomechanical deviations.
  • Running post-TBI is characterized by specific abnormalities, some differing from gait patterns.
  • Trunk stability appears to be a key factor for successful running following TBI.