Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Bones of the Lower Limb: Femur and Patella

Bones of the Lower Limb: Femur and Patella

The femur is the body's longest and strongest bone spanning the thigh region. Its head articulates with the acetabulum of the hip bone to form the hip joint. A minor indentation on the medial side of the femoral head, called the fovea capitis, serves as the site of attachment for the ligament of the head of the femur. This weak ligament spans the femur and acetabulum and supports the hip joint. The narrowed region below the head is the neck of the femur. The inclination angle between the neck...

Bones of the Lower Limb: Tibia and Fibula

Bones of the Lower Limb: Tibia and Fibula

The tibia is the main weight-bearing bone of the lower leg. It is larger than the fibula with which it is paired. The tibia is also the second longest bone in the body and is located right below the skin. The proximal end of the tibia forms the medial and the lateral condyle, which articulates with the condyles of the femur to form the knee joint. Between the articulating surfaces is the irregular elevated area known as the intercondylar eminence that serves as the inferior attachment point for...

Muscles of the Leg that Move the Foot and Toes

Muscles of the Leg that Move the Foot and Toes

The human leg comprises an intricate system of muscles that facilitate the movement of feet and toes. Within this system, the muscles are categorized into the anterior, lateral, and posterior compartments, each with a unique set of muscles carrying out specific functions.
Anterior Compartment
The anterior compartment includes muscles that contribute to the dorsiflexion of the foot. This compartment houses the tibialis anterior, extensor hallucis longus, and extensor digitorum longus muscles.

Diabetic Foot Ulcer

Diabetic Foot Ulcer

Definition A diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is a chronic, non-healing wound that develops in individuals with diabetes. It typically occurs on pressure-bearing areas such as the heel, metatarsal heads, or hallux, and carries a high risk of infection and amputation.Pathophysiology • The development of DFUs can be explained by four interconnected mechanisms: neuropathy, ischemia, infection, and impaired wound healing. • Neuropathy is the most common factor. Sensory neuropathy reduces pain perception,...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Assessment of Segmental Postural Control During Reaching in Typically Developing Children Using a Single Inertial Measurement Unit.

Journal of clinical medicine·2026

Same author

Tolerating the turn: can an alternative pillow solution offer improved pressure redistribution during prone positioning?

Journal of wound care·2026

Same author

Motion capture dataset of 137 post-operative total hip replacement patients performing activities of daily living.

Scientific data·2026

Same author

Trunk and Lower Limb Mechanics during Multi-Directional Cutting in Dominant and Non-dominant Limbs of Athletes: Implications for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Risk.

International journal of sports physical therapy·2026

Same author

Biomechanical assessment of upright birthing positions using marker-based and markerless motion capture systems.

PloS one·2025

Same author

Biomechanical effects of spinal orthoses on the trunk during a sit-to-stand-to-sit task.

Prosthetics and orthotics international·2025

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jun 16, 2026

Oscillation and Reaction Board Techniques for Estimating Inertial Properties of a Below-knee Prosthesis

Oscillation and Reaction Board Techniques for Estimating Inertial Properties of a Below-knee Prosthesis

Published on: May 8, 2014

How does orthotic walker boot design influence lower limb and trunk function during gait?

Lauren Haworth¹, Nicole Booth, Ambreen Chohan

¹Allied Health Research Unit, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK.

Prosthetics and Orthotics International

|February 7, 2025

Summary

Orthotic walker boot design impacts gait mechanics, causing slower speeds and altered joint movements. Optimizing walker boots with features like rocker profiles may help improve walking for users.

More Related Videos

Clinical-oriented Three-dimensional Gait Analysis Method for Evaluating Gait Disorder

Clinical-oriented Three-dimensional Gait Analysis Method for Evaluating Gait Disorder

Published on: March 4, 2018

Lower-Limb Biomechanical Characteristics Associated with Unplanned Gait Termination Under Different Walking Speeds

Lower-Limb Biomechanical Characteristics Associated with Unplanned Gait Termination Under Different Walking Speeds

Published on: August 25, 2020

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jun 16, 2026

Oscillation and Reaction Board Techniques for Estimating Inertial Properties of a Below-knee Prosthesis

Oscillation and Reaction Board Techniques for Estimating Inertial Properties of a Below-knee Prosthesis

Published on: May 8, 2014

Clinical-oriented Three-dimensional Gait Analysis Method for Evaluating Gait Disorder

Clinical-oriented Three-dimensional Gait Analysis Method for Evaluating Gait Disorder

Published on: March 4, 2018

Lower-Limb Biomechanical Characteristics Associated with Unplanned Gait Termination Under Different Walking Speeds

Lower-Limb Biomechanical Characteristics Associated with Unplanned Gait Termination Under Different Walking Speeds

Published on: August 25, 2020

Area of Science:

Biomechanics
Orthopedics
Gait Analysis

Background:

Orthotic walker boots can cause undesirable gait deviations.
There is a need to optimize orthotic walker boot designs for normal gait.
Previous research indicates issues with lower limb mechanics during walker boot use.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the biomechanical effects of two different orthotic walker boot designs.
To compare the effects of walker boots versus usual footwear on lower limb and trunk movement.
To identify design features that may mitigate gait deviations.

Main Methods:

Sixteen healthy participants walked in three conditions: two different walker boots (Walker A, Walker B) and usual footwear.
Kinematic and kinetic data were collected using a 10-camera motion analysis system and four force plates.
A repeated measures analysis of variance evaluated gait variables.

Main Results:

Both walker boots resulted in significantly slower gait speed and decreased ankle range of motion.
Significant deviations in knee, hip, pelvic, and trunk kinematics/kinetics were observed with both walker boots.
Walker B exhibited greater deviations than Walker A, with notable differences in shank angular velocities and potential adverse knee joint moments.

Conclusions:

Orthotic walker boot design significantly influences walking mechanics.
Features such as greater forefoot rocker profiles and inclined vertical shank angles may help reduce gait deviations.
Optimized orthotic walker designs can potentially improve gait normalcy and user experience.