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  • Human physiology
  • Biomechanics
  • Neuroscience

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  • Posture control research spans from ancient Greece to modern studies.
  • Equilibrium control is often viewed as a component of postural control.
  • Two distinct levels in postural control are emerging: tonic muscle activity (posture) and perturbation compensation (equilibrium).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To differentiate the distinct neuromuscular underpinnings of posture and equilibrium control.
  • To explore the role of skeletal muscle properties in postural regulation.
  • To examine the neuromechanical basis of habitual posture and influential concepts in its study.

Main Methods:

  • Review of historical and contemporary concepts in posture control research.
  • Analysis of neurophysiological and functional considerations for distinct control levels.
  • Consideration of skeletal muscle structure, specialization, and properties.
  • Examination of experimental studies and mathematical models of human posture control.

Main Results:

  • Postural control involves separate but interrelated levels for maintaining posture and equilibrium.
  • Distinct neuromuscular mechanisms underlie posture and equilibrium control.
  • Skeletal muscle characteristics are crucial peripheral contributors to postural regulation.

Conclusions:

  • A nuanced understanding of posture and equilibrium control is essential.
  • The neuromechanical basis of posture involves both central and peripheral factors.
  • Further research integrating skeletal muscle properties can advance posture control models.