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Clinical
Thursday, August 19, 4:30-6:00pm

Friday, August 20, 4:30-6:00pm

1 Development of Motorized Facilitated Ankle Stretching
Gao F
UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas

2 Feasibility of Group Kickboxing to Improve Balance and Gait in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis
Jackson K, Bigelow K
University of Dayton

3 Ipsilateral and Contralateral Reaching in Persons with Chronic Stroke
Finley M, Combs S
University of Indianapolis

4 Quantitative Examination of Core Muscle Activation During Isometric Exercises
Oliver G, Stone A, Plummer H, Keeley D
University of Arkansas

5 The Use of a Flexible, Non-Heel and Inexpensive Footwear Decreases Knee Loads in Elderly Women with Osteoarthritis
Trombini-Souza F, Kimura A, Butsugan M, Ribeiro A, Aoki P, Passaro A, Arnone A, Sacco I
University of Sao Paulo

6 Examining the Dose Response Relation for Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation and Recovery Following Total Knee Arthroplasty
Marmon A, Petterson S, Snyder-Mackler L
University of Delaware

7 Differences in Muscle Activation, Joint Kinematics and Kinetics During a Step Compared to Elliptical Exercise Pattern while Using the Precor AMT Trainer
Rogatzki M, Kernozek T, Willson J, Greany J, Hong D, Porcari J
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

8 Comparative Gait Analysis of Ankle Arthrodesis and Arthroplasty: Initial Results of a Prospective Study
Hahn M, Wright E, Segal A, Orendurff M, Ledoux W, Sangeorzan B
Veterans Health Administration Rehabilitation Research and Development Center of Excellence

9 Perturbation Training Improves Gait Patterns in ACL Deficient Females
Di Stasi S, Snyder-Mackler L
University of Delaware

10 Improvement in Off-Axis Neuromuscular Control During Functional Tasks Following Six-Week of Pivoting Elliptical Training
Lee S, Ren Y, Geiger F, Chang A, Press J, Zhang L
Northwestern University

11 Biomechanical and Gait Improvements After Passive Stretching and Active Movement Training in Children with Cerebral Palsy
Wu Y, Hwang M, Ren Y, Gaebler-Spira D, Zhang L
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

12 Stroke Rehabilitation: A Kinematic Analysis of Device-Assisted and Clinician-Assisted Sit-To-Stand Transfers
Hueftle A, Balogh B, Taylor A, Goldman A, Buster T, Burnfield J
Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital

13 The Influence of a Neuromuscular Training Program on Landing Mechanics while Fatigued
Greska E, Cortes N, Ringleb S, Onate J
Old Dominion University

14 Lateral Wedges Reduce Medial Knee Loading in Asymptomatic, Obese Women
Russel E, Hamill J
University of Massachusetts Amherst

15 Simulation Detects Changes in Muscle Activation in Post-Stroke Gait After a Functional Electrical Stimulation Intervention
Knarr B, Kesar T, Helm E, Reisman D, Binder-Macleod S, Higginson J
University of Delaware

16 Deficits in the Heel-Rise Test in Patients with Achilles Tendon Rupture Can Be Explained by Tendon Elongation and Muscular Weakness
Silbernagel K, Manal K
University of Delaware

17 Effects of Continuous Passive Motion on Lower Extremity Hypertonia in Children with Cerebral Palsy
Cheng H, Ju Y, Guan P
Chang-Gung University

18 Altered Inter-Joint Coordination During Walking in Patients with Total Hip Arthroplasty
Chiu S, Chou L
University of Oregon

19 Kinematic Analysis of Five Cardiovascular Exercises
Buster T, Taylor A, Frazier M, Burnfield J
Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital

20 Is Ankle Instability a Central Or Peripheral Issue?
Gutierrez G, Kaminski T
New York University

21 Neuro-Mechanical and Clinical Outcome of Stroke Rehabilitation of Ankle Impairments Through Passive Stretching and Active Movement Training
Waldman G, Wu Y, Ren Y, Li Y, Wang L, Guo X, Roth E, Zhang L
Northwestern University

22 Do Those with Perceived Ankle Instability Have Associated Mechanical Instability?
Liu K, Gustavsen G, Kaminski T
University of Delaware

23 The Impact of Stochastic Resonance Electrical Stimulation and Knee Sleeve on Impulsive Loading During Gait in Knee Osteoarthritis
Collins A, Blackburn J, Olcott C, Jordan J, Grewal B, Yu B, Weinhold P
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

24 Comparison of Lower Extremity Electromyographic (EMG) Demands During ICARE Training and Walking
Burnfield J, Shu Y, Buster T, Taylor A, Merriman L
Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital

25 Efficacy of Gait Training with Real-Time Biofeedback in Correcting Knee Hyperextension Patterns in Young Women
Teran-Yengle P, Singh B, Yack H
University of Iowa

26 Compensatory Movement Strategies Among Subjects with Hip Fracture During a Sit to Stand Task
Kneiss J, Bukata S, Puzas J, Houck J
University of Rochester Medical Center

27 Trunk Movement in Manual Wheelchair Propulsion in Various Overground Conditions
Worobey L, Koontz A, Boninger M
University of Pittsburgh

28 Step Length Variability During Gait Initiation in Parkinson's Disease
Roemmich R, Nocera J, Vallabhajosula S, Amano S, Hoover B, Hass C
University of Florida

29 A Reward System for Altering Distribution of Effort in Multi-Limb Exercise
Skinner N, Ferris D, Kuo A
University of Michigan

30 Abdomen-Thigh Contact Forces During Functional Reaching Tasks in Obese Individuals
Singh B, Brown T, Callaghan J, Yack J
University of Iowa

31 Variability of Clinical Examination Techniques Used to Assess Laxity of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament
Jacobs C, Branch T, Siebold R
ERMI, Inc.

32 The Use of the EMG Integral and Kinematic Analysis for Evaluation of Spastic Hemiplegic Patients
Silva C, Vanderlei F, Carvalho A, Kuriki H, Polito L
University Estatual Paulista

33 The Effect of Foot Type on Plantar Loading
Kraszewski A, Chow B, Frey J, Lenhoff M, Backus S, Deland J, Demp P, Song J, Heilman B, Rajan S, Woodley A, Hillstrom H
Hospital For Special Surgery

34 Abstract Withdrawn

Comparative
Thursday, August 19, 4:30-6:00pm

Friday, August 20, 4:30-6:00pm

35 Computational Modeling of Ardipithecus Ramidus: A Revolution in Evolution
McGuan S
LifeModeler,Inc.

36 Skeletal Muscle Architecture of the Goat Hindlimb
Arnold A, Eng C, Biewener A
Harvard University

37 Study of Propulsion Mechanisms in Leech Anguilliform Swimming
Chen J, Iwasaki T, Friesen W
University of Virginia

38 Study of Motor Control of Leech Anguilliform Swimming
Chen J, Friesen W, Iwasaki T
University of Virginia

39 Kinematic Modeling of the Seahorse Tail
Praet T, Van Cauter S, Adriaens D, Kannan S, Masschaele B, Srigiriraju S, De Beule M, Verhegge B
Ghent University

40 Animal-Robot Interaction Forces As a Measure of Locomotor Function Following Spinal Cord Injury
Nessler J, Duhon J, Keller R, Thys T
California State University, San Marcos

41 Finite Element Simulation of a Porcine Temporomandibular Joint
Dalne S, Sindelar B, Cotton J
Ohio University

42 Functional Morphology of Dorsal Fins in Two Shark Species
Maia A, Wilga C
University of Rhode Island

43 The Effects of Differential Wing Stroke Amplitude and Stroke Offset on Insect Body Moments During Perturbed Flight Conditions
Vance J, Faruque I, Humbert J
University of Maryland, College Park

44 A Biomedical Perspective on Variation in the Human Clavicle, with Particular Reference to LB1 from Flores, Indonesia
Eckhardt R, Weller A
Pennsylvania State University


Computational Modeling
Thursday, August 19, 4:30-6:00pm

Friday, August 20, 4:30-6:00pm

45 Computed-Tomography-Based Finite-Element Models of Long Bones Can Accurately Capture Strain Response to Bending and Torison
Varghese B, Hangartner T
Wright State University

46 Development of a Hybrid Model Simulating the Vibration Characteristics of a Human Hand-Finger System
Wu J, Dong R, Xu Y, Welcome D
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

47 Bone Fracture Analysis Using the Extended Finite Element Method (XFEM) with ABAQUS
Liu X, Qin X, Du Z
Dassault Systemes Simulia Corp

48 Testing and Modeling the Nonlinear Behavior of UHMWPE Used in Orthopaedic Implants
Gomaa S, Leisinger S
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.

49 Using Subject-Specific Muscle Parameters to Compare Muscle Forces Between an EMG-Driven and OPENSIM Musculoskeletal Model
Olchowski D, Buchanan T, Higginson J
University of Delaware

50 Equivalence of Elastic Contact and Finite Element Models of Patient-Specific Contact Stress Exposure in the Human Ankle
Kern A, Anderson D, Brown T
University of Iowa

51 Development of a Three-Dimensional Finite Element Model of the Hand and Wrist
Gong M, Oliver M, Dony R, Semechko A
University of Guelph

52 Sensitivity of Strains in the Femoral Neck to Variations in Muscle Forces
Anderson D, Madigan M
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

53 Influence of In-Vivo Tendon Force-Strain Relationship for Different Loading Rates into EMG-Driven Model
Gerus P, Rao G, Manal K, Buchanan T, Berton E
Aix-Marseille University

54 Peak Contact Stress in Human Hip Joint - Biomechanics Or Mechanobiology?
Daniel M, Hornova J, Iglic A
Czech Technical University in Prague

55 Abstract Withdrawn
56 On the Role of Lipid Anisotropy in the Transition Between Lamellar and Inverted Hexagonal Lipid Phases
Perutkova S, Daniel M, Iglic A, Kralj-Iglic V
Czech Technical University in Prague

57 Dynamic Simulation of Movement Based on OPENSIM and Matlab/Simulink
Mansouri M, Reinbolt J
University of Tennessee

58 Finite Element Modeling of Intraneural Ganglion Cysts of the Common Peroneal Nerve
Elangovan S, Odegard G, Morrow D, Wang H, Hebert-Blouin M, Spinner R
Michigan Technological University

59 Simulation of Subject-Specific Bone Remodeling
Sonar A, Issen K, Kuxhaus L, Carroll J
Clarkson University

60 Subject-Specific, Group-Mean, and Generic Musculoskeletal Models for Predicting Isometric Ankle Dorsiflexion Torque
LaBoda M, Gidley A, Hasson C, Caldwell G, Umberger B
University of Massachusetts Amherst

61 Unique Representations to Analyze Three Dimensional Movements
Vrongistinos K, Jung T, Wee S, Costello T, Hwang Y, Stylianides G
California State University, Northridge

62 Evaluation of Stepping Task Biomechanics Using OPENSIM
Malineni S, King G
University of Missouri - Kansas City

63 Small Chest Impactors at High Accelerations: Assessing Thorax Injury Potential from a Finite Element Model
Danelson K, Bolte J, Stitzel J
Wake Forest University

64 A Complete, Universal, and Verifiable Set of Upper Body Segment Parameters for Three-Dimensional Dynamic Modeling
Vette A, Yoshida T, Thrasher A, Masani K, Popovic M
University of Toronto

65 Reliable Finite Element Modeling of Osteoporotic Bone Augmentation
Basafa E, Armiger R, Kutzer M, Sutter E, Mears S, Belkoff S, Armand M
Johns Hopkins University

66 Sensitivity of Predicted Peak Isometric Ankle Dorsiflexion Torque to Musculoskeletal Model Parameter Values
Gidley A, Laboda M, Umberger B
University of Massachusetts Amherst

67 Biodynamic Modeling of Stair-Ascent by PCL-Deficient Patients
Li K, Tashman S, Harner C, Zhang X
University of Pittsburgh

68 Accuracy of Bone and Cartilage Models Obtained from CT and MRI
Thorhauer E, Miyawaki M, Illingworth K, Holmes J, Anderst B
University of Pittsburgh


Ergonomics
Thursday, August 19, 4:30-6:00pm

Friday, August 20, 4:30-6:00pm

69 Grip Surface Friction Affects Maximum Tip Pinch Force
Engel A, Enders L, Keenan K, Seo N
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

70 Slip-Resistance and Abrasion of New & Used Shoe Soles
Li K
Chung Hua University

71 The Box and Block Test Score is Dependent Upon Block Surface
Cary D, Enders L, Seo N
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

72 Hand Support Reduces Peak L5/S1 Moments in One-Handed Lifting
Faber G, Kingma I, van Dieën J
VU University, Amsterdam

73 Correlation Between Guided Grip Force and Perceived Exertion for Males
Li K
Chung Hua University

74 Vibration Frequency Influences Foot to Leg Transmission
Smith G, Bressel E, Nash D
Utah State University

75 A Flexed Wrist Results in Larger Muscle Stresses During Tapping
Chen H, Asundi K, Dennerlein J
Harvard University

76 Acute Biomechanical Responses to a Prolonged Standing Exposure: Implications for Job Rotation Design
Nelson-Wong E, Howarth S, Callaghan J
Regis University

77 Joint Contribution to Fingertip Movement During Directional Tapping
Qin J, Trudeau M, Dennerlein J
Harvard University

78 Biodynamic Modeling and Physical Capacity Assessment of Human Arm Response in Experienced Torque Tool Operators
Ay H, Sommerich C, Luscher A, Gumpina R
Ohio State University

79 Assessment of Arm Dynamics in Experienced Workers while Operating Right-Angle Torque Tools
Ay H, Sommerich C, Luscher A, Gumpina R
Ohio State University

80 Thumb Motor Performance Varies by Movement Orientation and Direction During Mobile Phone Use
Trudeau M, Udtamadilok T, Dennerlein J
Harvard University

81 Verbal Estimation of Peak Dynamic Hand Forces in Experienced and Novice Manual Material Handlers
Andrews D, Phillips A, Weir P
University of Windsor

82 Pressure on the Knee while Performing a Lateral Lift from Kneeling Postures
Mayton A, Pollard J, Porter W, Moore S
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

83 Individual Determinants of Stability During Lifting
Lussier B, Delisle A, Berrigan F, Plamondon A
University of Sherbrooke

84 Quantification of Dynamic Human Seated Spinal Curvatures
Leitkam S, Bush T
Michigan State University


Gait
Thursday, August 19, 4:30-6:00pm

Friday, August 20, 4:30-6:00pm

85 Center of Mass Power Profiles for Individuals with Cerebral Palsy
Schwartz M, Rozumalski A
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

86 Habituation to Galvanic Vestibular Stimulation During Gait
Roche J, Steed D, Redfern M
University of Pittsburgh

87 Can a Novel Virtual Environment Mobility Platform Replicate the Biomechanical and Physiological Effects of Overground Walking?
Boynton A, Kehring K, White T
U.S. Army Research Laboratory

88 Asymmetry, Limb Dominance and Foot Orientation During Walking Gait
Polk J, Rosengren K
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

89 Joint Powers Are Affected by Age and Peripheral Arterial Disease.
Koutakis P, Myers S, Pipinos I, Johanning J, Stergiou N
University of Nebraska at Omaha

90 Effects of Handrail Use on Healthy Treadmill Walking
Zahradka N, Reisman D, Higginson J
University of Delaware

91 Effects of Load Carriage on Foot Anthropometrics
Goffar S, Reber R, Christiansen B, Miller R, Naylor J, Rodriguez B, Walker M, Teyhen D
U.S. Army-Baylor University

92 Reliability of Regional Plantar Pressure During Walking, Stair Ascent and Descent
Chen Y, Lo O, Iannuzzi L, Mroczek K, Rao S
New York University

93 Frontal Plane Kinetics and EMG Activity During Stair Ambulation
Hall M, Stevermer C, Gillette J
Iowa State University

94 Load Carriage Increases Mechanical Loading Rates During Walking
Wang H, Frame J, Ozimek E, Reedstrom C, Leib D, Dugan E
Ball State University

95 Biomechanics of Uphill Walking in Moderately Obese Adults
Reynolds M, Ehlen K, Dannecker K, Carter C, Browning R
Colorado State University

96 Human Ankle Mechanics During Able-Bodied and Pathological Gait
Dutta A
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

97 Vascular Occlusion Affects Gait Variability Patterns of Healthy Younger and Older Individuals
Myers S, Johanning J, Pipinos I, Stergiou N
University of Nebraska at Omaha

98 Gait After Unilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty: Frontal Plane Analysis
Alnahdi A, Zeni J, McGinnis K, Snyder-Mackler L
University of Delaware

99 Dynamic Stability of a 3D Dynamic Walking Model with Simulated Neuronal Noise
Roos P, Dingwell J
University of Texas at Austin

100 The Effect of Foot Type on Temporal-Distance Gait Parameters in Healthy Individuals
Frey J, Zifchock R, Chow S, Kraszewski A, Patel V, Lenhoff M, Backus S, Deland J, Demp P, Song J, Heilman B, Rajan S, Woodley A, Hillstrom H
Hospital for Special Surgery

101 Neuromuscular Control Adaptation in Gait due to Injury: A Motivating Study Using a Simplified Dynamic Model
DiBerardino L, Dankowicz H, Hsiao-Wecksler E
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

102 Effect of a Supervised Hip Flexor-Stretching Program on Gait in Healthy Elders
Watt J, Jackson K, Franz J, Dicharry J, Della Croce U, Kerrigan D
University of Virginia

103 Increasing Paretic Leg Extension in Pre-Swing is Important for Increasing Forward Propulsion During Walking
Peterson C, Kautz S, Neptune R
University of Texas at Austin

104 Braking and Propulsive Impulses Positively Relate to Walking Speed During Accelerated and Decelerated Walking
Peterson C, Kautz S, Neptune R
University of Texas at Austin

105 Hip Joint Moments Using a Greater Trochanter Method of Locating the Hip Joint Center
O'Connor K, Weinhandl J
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

106 A Passive-Elastic Ankle Exoskeleton Using Controlled Energy Storage and Release
Wiggin B, Collins S, Sawicki G
North Carolina State University and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

107 Dynamic Stability of Walking During Anterior-Posterior and Medio-Lateral Support Surface and Visual Field Translations
McAndrew P, Dingwell J, Wilken J
University of Texas

108 Walking on an Oscillating Treadmill: Two Paths to Functional Adaptation
Brady R, Peters B, Bloomberg J
Wyle Integrated Science and Engineering Group

109 The Effect of Various Thong Flip-Flops on Gait Kinetics
Shroyer J, Weimar W
University of Louisiana at Lafayette

110 The Effect of Sustained Static Kneeling on Knee Joint Gait Parameters
Kajaks T, Costigan P
McMaster University

111 Over-Striding During Fixed-Cadence Load Carriage Leads to Increased Ground Reaction Forces
Gutekunst D, Frykman P, Seay J
Washington University

112 Changes in Gait Kinematics at Preferred Walking Speed in People with Multiple Sclerosis
Busa M, Jones S, Remelius J, House J, Sugumaran K, Eve J, Van Emmerik R
University of Massachusetts Amherst

113 Human Postural Model That Captures Rotational Inertia
Dutta A, Goswami A
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

114 Symmetry of Plantar Pressure During Self-Selected Walking, Fast Walking, Heel Raise and Sit-To-Stand Activities
Lo O, Iannuzzi L, Mroczek K, Rao S
New York University

115 Gait Biomechanics in Hip Arthroplasty Patients and Control Subjects: Effect of Big Femoral Head and Surface Replacement Protheses
Bouffard V, Nantel J, Therrien M, Vendittoli P, Lavigne M, Prince F
Université de Montréal

116 Limb Kinematics Predict Emotion Recognition with Walking Speed Modifications in Biomechanical Animations
Gross M, D'Angelo J
University of Michigan

117 Foot Forces During Exercise on the International Space Station
Genc K, Gopalakrishnan R, Kuklis M, Maender C, Rice A, Bowersox K, Cavanagh P
University of Washington

118 Assessing Spatiotemporally Complex and Coupled Gait Patterns Using Temporal Cross-Correlation
Park K, Dankowicz H, Hsiao-Wecksler E
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

119 Assessing Performance of Three Types of Biomechanical Models Applied to Normal Human Gait
Buczek F, Rainbow M, Cooney K, Bruening D, Schmitz A, Thelen D
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

120 A Limb Suspension Model to Describe Leg Stiffness Change with Gait Speed
Kim S, Park S
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology

121 Temporal & Spatial Gait Characteristics During Prolonged Exposure to a Normal Surface in Workboots
Garner J, Wade C
Auburn University

122 Ankle & Knee Musculature Co-Contraction Following Extended Durations of Walking in Workboots
Wade C, Garner J
Auburn University

123 Gravitational Impulse Model Predicts Collision Dynamics During Gait
Yeom J, Park S
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology

124 The Effect of Heel Height on Peak Tibial and Head Accelerations and Shock Attenuation During Walking
Barkema D, Derrick T, Martin P
Iowa State University

125 Fifteen Observations on the Structure of Optimal Gaits for Various Simple Bipedal Models
Srinivasan M
Ohio State University

126 Joint Contact Force Comparisons Between Healthy Subjects and Those with Medial Compartment Knee Ostearthritis
Manal K, Kumar D, Buchanan T, Rudolph K
University of Delaware

127 Ground Reaction Forces Scale to Ramp Angle During Transitions
Sheehan R, Gottschall J
Pennsylvania State University

128 Discrete Frequency Adjustment of Walking Above and Below Preferred Stride Frequency Causes an Increase in the Metabolic Cost of the Movement
O'Halloran J, Remelius J, van Emmerik R, Hamill J
University of Massachusetts Amherst

129 The Effect of Foot Type of Normal Subjects on Foot Contact Dynamics
Mootanah R, Frey J, Zifchock R, Chow S, Kraszewski A, Lenhoff M, Backus S, Deland J, Demp P, Song J, Hillstrom H
Anglia Ruskin University

130 Natural Ankle Pseudo-Stiffness During Gait Initiation
Guinn L, Takahashi K, Razzook A, Stanhope S
University of Delaware

131 The Effects of a Downhill Grade on the Biomechanics of Walking in Obese Adults
Dannecker K, Ehlen K, Reynolds M, Browning R
Colorado State University

132 Collision Compensation by Active Push-Off with Gait Speed
Park H, Yeom J, Park S
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology

133 Multi-Segment Foot Model Kinetics During Normal Gait
Bruening D, Cooney K, Buczek F
Shriners Hospitals for Children - Erie

134 People Walking on Treadmills Control Speed, Not Position
Cusumano J, John J, Dingwell J
Pennsylvania State University


Lower Extremity
Thursday, August 19, 4:30-6:00pm

Friday, August 20, 4:30-6:00pm

135 Three-Dimensional Position Capture of the Lower Extremity Mechanical Axis Correlates Significantly with Radiographical Measurement in Patients with Knee OA
Foxworth J, Renner J
Winston Salem State University

136 A Comparison of Experimental and Simulated Patellofemoral Contact Mechanics Before and After Trochlear Osteotomy
Bennetts C, Fening S, Colbrunn R, Andrish J, Erdemir A
Cleveland Clinic

137 Comparison of Bilateral Kinematics and Kinetics During Sit-To-Stand and Stand-To-Sit Between Healthy Subjects and Unilateral Knee Osteoarthritis Patients
Burnett D, Campbell-Kyureghyan N, Topp R, Quesada P
University of Louisville

138 Increase Patellofemoral Joint Stress with Internal Femoral Rotation: A Finite Element Analysis
Yang N, Ho K, Farrokhi S, Powers C
University of Southern California

139 The Influence of Patella Cartilage Thickness on Patella Bone Stress in Females with and Without Patellofemoral Pain
Ho K, Yang N, Farrokhi S, Powers C
University of Southern California

140 Curve Inflection and Modification of the Anterior Knee Laxity Compliance Index: Specific Variables to Assess Anterior Cruciate Ligament Integrity
Wordeman S, Paterno M, Quatman C, Bates N, Hewett T
University of Cincinnati

141 Preferred Frequency During a Simple Bouncing Task
Merritt K, Raburn C, Dean J
Medical University of South Carolina

142 Minimizing Variability of Anterior Tibial Translation Measures Duirng Knee Laxity Testing
Jacobs C, Branch T, Browne J, Campbell J
ERMI, Inc.

143 Does Quadriceps Moment Arm Dysfunction Exist in Cerebral Palsy?
Sheehan F, Behnam A, Alter K
National Institutes of Health

144 Estimation of Anterior Tibial Translation and Ligament Loading in Healthy and ACL-Deficient Knees During Walking
Shao Q, MacLeod T, Manal K, Buchanan T
University of Delaware

145 Drop Landings in Military Boots
Oliver G, Booker J, Stone A, Plummer H
University of Arkansas

146 A Line Profile Approach to Quantify PTOA Using T1rho MRI
Klocke N, Thedens D, Martin J, Amendola A, Brown T
University of Iowa

147 Tibial Acceleration and Slope Contributions to ACL Loading During a Simulated Landing Impact
McLean S, Oh Y, Palmer M, Ashton-Miller J, Wojtys E
University of Michigan

148 Load Response of Articular Cartilage and Ligaments to Valgus Loading: A Fibril-Reinforced Model of the Knee
Kazemi M, Gu K, Li L
University of Calgary

149 The Effects of Single-Leg Landing Technique on ACL Loading
Laughlin W, Weinhandl J, Kernozek T, O'Connor K
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

150 Predicting Knee Valgus During Landing from a Jump from a Field Test in a Fatigued Condition
Afifi M, Hinrichs R
University of Calgary

151 Examining the Kinematics of the Knee During a Side Step Cutting Task Using the Helical Axis Method
Samaan M, Ringleb S, Choisne J, Bawab S, Cortes N, Greska E, Onate J
Old Dominion University

152 Dynamic Knee Joint Stiffness and Knee Joint Moments After Unilateral TKA
McGinnis K, Zeni J, Alnahdi A, Snyder-Mackler L
University of Delaware

153 Biomechanical Analysis of Stepping Down in Continuous Gait Following Ankle Evertor Fatigue: A Pilot Study
Pozzi F, Gutierrez G, Moffat M
New York University

154 Ankle Actuator Deficits in the Presence of Achilles Tendinopathy
Chang Y, Siemieński A, Gregor R, Kulig K
University of Southern California

155 Lower Extremity Kinematic Sequence During the Single Leg Hop Test Following ACL Reconstruction
Orishimo K, McHugh M, Kremenic I, Mullaney M, Nicholas S
Nicholas Institute of Sports Medicine and Athletic Trauma

156 A Comparison of Maximal Knee Moments Generated During Single Joint Knee Extension and Leg Press Tasks
Gordon M, Schulz B, Ashton-Miller J
University of Michigan

157 Effect of Impulsive Transverse Plane Tibial Torques and Frontal Plane Moments on in Vitro ACL Relative Strain During a Simulated Jump Landing
Oh Y, Lipps D, Ashton-Miller J, Wojtys E
University of Michigan

158 Effects of Ankle Immobilization on Knee Joint Biomechanics During an Unanticipated Cutting Maneuver
Boros R, Plumlee E
Texas Tech University


Methods
Thursday, August 19, 4:30-6:00pm

Friday, August 20, 4:30-6:00pm

159 Filtering GRF Data Affects the Calculation and Interpretation of Joint Kinetics and Energetics During Drop Landings
McCaw S, Gardner J, Barlow L
Illinois State University

160 Effects of Experimental Setup and Modeling Assumptions on Predicted Trunk Properties Using a System Identification Method
Bazrgari B, Nussbaum M, Madigan M
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

161 Experimental and Modeling Investigation of SEMG Spike Analysis
Gabriel D, Christie A, Inglis J, Kamen G
Brock University

162 A Comparison of Vibration Acceleration Measured with High Speed 3-D Motion Capture and Triaxial Accelerometers
Bressel E, Smith G, Nash D
Utah State University

163 Variability of Gait Kinematic Data Associated to Observer and Marker Placement Technique
Moniz-Pereira V, Carnide F, Agostinho R, Amado S, Veloso A
Technical University of Lisbon

164 Is Subjects' Joint Torque Variability Related to Joint Torque Error?
Riemer R
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

165 Longitudinally Assessed Change in Stature and Segment Length
Ford K, Myer G, Shapiro R, van den Bogert A, Hewett T
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center

166 A Framework for Studying Underactuation in the Human Hand
Balasubramanian R, M. Dollar A
Yale University

167 Analysis of Gait Cycle Shapes Using Parallel Factor Analysis
Helwig N, Hong S, Polk J, Lague M
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

168 Human Attribute Recognition from Optimized 2D Viewing Angle Simulation
Bowden D, Santez D, Fullenkamp A, Campbell B
711th Human Performance Wing

169 Modeling Nonlinear Errors in Surface Electromyography due to Baseline Noise: A New Methodology
Law L, Krishnan C, Avin K
University of Iowa

170 A Cadaveric Robotic Gait Simulator with Fuzzy Logic Vertical Ground Reaction Force Control
Aubin P, Whittaker E, Ledoux W
Veterans Health Administration Rehabilitation Research and Development Center of Excellence for Limb Loss Prevention and Prosthetic Engineering

171 Locating the Hip Joint Center Using a Greater Trochanter Method
Weinhandl J, O'Connor K
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

172 Effect of Scientist Experience on the Repeatability of Palpation of Scapular Landmarks
Hooke A, Kaufman K, An K
Mayo Clinic

173 The Use of Dynamical Systems Theory Methods to Refine Kinematic Movement Data As an Input to an Artificial Neural Network
O'Halloran J, Anderson R
University of Massachusetts Amherst

174 Can Hip and Knee Kinematics Be Improved by Eliminating Thigh Markers?
Schulz B, Kimmel W
Veterans Health Administration Health Services Research and Development Center of Excellence

175 Normalization of EMG Amplitude: A Comparison of Different Methods Used to Test Individuals with Arthritis of the Hand
Calder K, Galea V, Wessel J, MacDermid J, MacIntyre N
McMaster University

176 Soft Tissue Artifact Has Inter-Subject and Inter-Motor-Task Similarities: A New Concept for Its Compensation
Gao B, Banks S, Zheng N
University of Florida

177 Evaluation of an Inertial and Magnetic Measuring System As a Method of Collecting Kinematics of Wheelchair Propulsion
Daigle S, Rampurawala Z, Hsiao-Wecksler E, Sosnoff J
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

178 Reliability and Validity of Accelerometer-Based Smartphones to Assess Physical Activity
Saha I, Dirik A, Topkara U, Memon N, Guitierrez G, Rao S
New York University

179 Estimation of Stride Variability from Foot-Mounted Inertial Sensors
Rebula J, Kuo A
University of Michigan

180 Time Normalizing Gait Data Based on Gait Events
Morris E, Hsiao-Wecksler E
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

181 New Approach to Characterize Trunk Neuromuscular Responses During Rapid Voluntary Extremity Movement
Mehta R, Cannella M, Wattananon P, Henry S, Silfies S
Drexel University

182 A Kinematic Method for Strike Pattern Detection
Altman A, Davis I
University of Delaware


Motor Control
Thursday, August 19, 4:30-6:00pm

Friday, August 20, 4:30-6:00pm

183 Stabilization of the Total Force in Multi-Finger Pressing Tasks Studied with the 'inverse Piano' Technique
Martin J, Budgeon M, Zatsiorsky V, Latash M
Pennsylvania State University

184 Prehension Synergy: Principle of Superposition During Multi-Finger Torque Production on Mechanically Fixed- and Free-Objects
Park J, Zatsiorsky V, Kim Y, Kim Y, Shim J
Pennsylvania State University

185 Computational Model to Predict the Effects of Cognitive and Neuromuscular Impairments on Driving
Long B, Gillespie I, Tanaka M
Wake Forest University

186 Trunk Segment Coordination During a Jumping Task in Elite Dancers: An Exploration Using Vector Coding
Smith J, Siemienski A, Popovich J, Kulig K
University of Southern California

187 Planarity of Force Distribution in a 4-Finger Force Space During Multi-Finger Prehension and Its Implication for Inverse Optimization
Niu X, Terekhov A, Latash M, Zatsiorsky V
Pennsylvania State University

188 Adaptive Changes in Finger Force Variance in Response to Index Finger Fatigue in a Multi-Finger Task
Singh T, Zatsiorsky V, Latash M
Pennsylvania State University

189 Trial-To-Trial Adaptation of Multi-Digit Forces to Texture for Object
Zhang W, Gordon A, McIsaac T, Santello M
Arizona State University

190 Nonlinear Smooth Orthogonal Decomposition Identifies Local Muscle Fatigue Dynamics in Sawing Motion
Segala D, Gates D, Dingwell J, Chelidze D
University of Rhode Island

191 Exploiting Redundancy in Generalized Reaching Tasks
Smallwood R, Dingwell J
University of Texas

192 Differences in Grip Characteristics Between Younger and Older Females
Irwin C, Sesto M
University of Wisconsin-Madison

193 Multi-Finger Synergies During Isometric Force Production Task in Index Finger Amputees
Karol S, Shim J
University of Maryland, College Park

194 Adaptations of Multi-Finger Interactions Through Fatigue Exercise
Shim J, Huang J, Karol S, Kim Y, Yoon B
University of Maryland, College Park

195 Limitations to Synchronization of Coordinated Finger Movement
Gu Y, Hiley M, Pain M
Loughborough University

196 Biomechanical Constraints on the Control of Endpoint Stiffness
Hu X, Murray W, Perreault E
Northwestern University

197 Variable Stiffness Shoe Alters Muscle Activations and Knee Joint Moments.
Boyer K, Andriacchi T
Stanford University

198 Interlimb Coordination for Force Control During Human Hopping
Yen J, Chang Y
Georgia Institute of Technology

199 Directional Characteristics of Fingertip Force Production After Hemiparetic Stroke
Towles J, Triandafilou K, Stoykov M, Kamper D
Rehabilitation R&D Service, Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital

200 Active Joint Position Sense: Effects of Elevation Angle, Arm Dominance and Proximal vs Distal Joints
Hyler J, Harding E, Karduna A
University of Oregon


Muscle
Thursday, August 19, 4:30-6:00pm

Friday, August 20, 4:30-6:00pm

201 Dependence of Muscular Mass in the Origin of Inguinal Hernia
Susín A, Herrera B, López-Cano M, Fortuny G
Universitat Rovira i Virgili

202 Characterization of Upper Limb Muscle Volume in Female Older Adult Subjects Following Resistance Exercise Training
Vidt M, Daly M, Eggebeen J, Simpson W, Marsh A, Saul K
Virginia Tech–Wake Forest University School of Biomedical Engineering and Sciences

203 Gastrocnemius Atrophies Preferentially in Post-Stroke Plantar Flexors
Ramsay J, Buchanan T, Barrance P, Higginson J
University of Delaware

204 Muscle Activity During Running Scales Non-Uniformly Across Phases of the Gait Cycle
Silder A, Thelen D
Stanford University

205 Variability in Biceps Femoris Long Head Muscle-Tendon Morphology
Handsfield G, Fiorentino N, Blemker S
University of Virginia

206 Active Force Enancement As a Source of SSC Enhancement
Pain M, Buckeridge E, O'Brien T, Forrester S
Loughborough University

207 A Unique Method of Measuring Dynamic Rate of Torque Development: Comparison of Explosive Power Athletes and Controls
Tillin N, Pain M, Oguz H, Lewis G, Folland J
Loughborough University

208 Mechanical Maladaptations to Eccentric Exercise Result in Sustained Hypertrophic Signaling in Skeletal Muscle Cells
Abshire S, Best T, Butterfield T
University of Kentucky

209 Variation in Muscle Model Output Using Cadaver-Specific Model Parameters
Infantolino B, Challis J
Pennsylvania State University

210 Tracking Non-Contractile Material in Muscle
Infantolino B, Hughes J, Neuberger T, Challis J
Pennsylvania State University

211 A 3D Model Demonstrates the Effects of Increased Activation on Nonuniform Strains in Muscle
Rehorn M, Blemker S
University of Virginia

212 Lifting Capacity and Fatigue Recovery in Healthy Young Adults and Elderly Individuals
Annick C, Annie N, Danik L
Université de Montréal

213 Spring-Loaded Ankle Exoskeletons Reduce Metabolic Cost and Alter Gastrocnemius Fascicle Behaviour in Human Hopping
Farris D, Sawicki G
North Carolina State University and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

214 Evaluation of Neuromuscular Dynamics of Hyperactive Reflexes at the Elbow Poststroke
Liu J, Ren Y, Xu D, Chung S, Rymer W, Zhang L
Northwestern University

215 Predicting the Effect of Pulse Duration on Fatigue During Electrically Stimulated Non-Isometric Contractions
Marion S, Hull M, Wexler A
University of California

216 Incorporating Velocity Characteristics into Cost Functions Does Not Alter Optimal Muscle Forces in Normal Walking
Gopalakrishnan A, Hakansson N, Higginson J
University of Delaware

217 Joint-Specific Power Production, Fatigue, and Recovery During Submaximal Exercise
Elmer S, Grisham J, Hahn S, Martin J
University of Utah


Posture and Balance
Thursday, August 19, 4:30-6:00pm

Friday, August 20, 4:30-6:00pm

218 Age-Related Modifications in Forward Reach Movement Patterns
Lin S, Liao C
National Cheng Kung University

219 Do Children Use a Different Strategy in Adapting to a Tendon Vibration Perturbation During Standing?
Wu J, McKay S, Angulo-Barroso R
Georgia State University

220 The Effect of Obesity on Balance Recovery Using an Ankle Strategy is Dependent on Perturbation Type
Matrangola S, Madigan M
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

221 Effect of Arm Restriction on Upper Body Response to a Slip
Jayadas A, Boros R
Texas Tech University

222 Sensitivity and Specificity of a Clinical Screening Tool for Fall Risk
Bigelow K
University of Dayton

223 Postural Stiffness Model and Outdoor Falls in Older Adults: The Mobilize Boston Study
Kang H, Quach L, Li W, Lipsitz L
California State Polytechnic University Pomona

224 Postural Stiffness Model and Dual Task in Older Adults: The Mobilize Boston Study
Kang H, Lipsitz L
California State Polytechnic University Pomona

225 Affect of Intensive Environmental Noise of Human Postural Control
Bateni H, Vaizasatya A, Blaschak M
Northern Illinois University

226 What Aspects of Postural Transitions Affect Balance Control Upon Standing?
DiDomenico A, McGorry R
Liberty Mutual Research Institute for Safety

227 Foot Placement and Seat Height Effects on Sit-To-Stand Joint Moments
Gillette J, Stevermer C
Iowa State University

228 Comparison of Alternate Stair Descent Patterns
Stevermer C, Hall M, Gillette J
Des Moines University

229 The Effect of a Subject-Specific Dual-Task on Standing Balance
Sukits A, Chambers A, Cham R, Nebes R
University of Pittsburgh

230 Lower Extremity Coordinated Mobilization and Stabilization During Static Stance: The Unique Role of the Vasti Muscles
MacLeod T, Manal K, Snyder-Mackler L, Buchanan T
University of Delaware

231 Is There a Tradeoff Between Stabilization and Maneuverability During Whole-Body Movements?
Huang H, Ahmed A
University of Colorado at Boulder

232 Spinal Cord Injury and Time to Instability in Seated Posture
Shin S, Sosnoff J
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

233 Fall Risk Does Not Depend on Body Mass Index
Rosenblatt N, Premier D, Grabiner M
Univeristy of Illinois at Chicago

234 Minimizing Postural Instability When Carrying Load: The Effects of Carrying Grocery Bags on the Elderly
Sutton E, Bare D, Taylor M, Kinor D, Schaeffer J, Jules A, Bigelow K
University of Dayton

235 Multiscale Entropy Identifies Complexity Changes in Postural Control of Adolescent Idopathic Scoliosis
Busa M, Gruber A, Gorton G, Masso P, Hamill J, Van Emmerik R
University of Massachusetts Amherst

236 Time-To-Contact Identifies Differences in Postural Control in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
Gruber A, Busa M, Gorton G, Van Emmerik R, Masso P, Hamill J
University of Massachusetts Amherst

237 Trunk Kinematics Discriminate Multidirectional Falls and Recoveries Following Large Postural Disturbances
Cain J, Crenshaw J, Kaufman K, Grabiner M
University of Illinois at Chicago

238 Fall Risk Estimation of Community-Dwellering Elderly Using Invariant Density Analysis
Hur P, Kang H, Lipsitz L, Hsiao-Wecksler E
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

239 Dynamic Balance Control During Sit-To-Stand Movement: An Examination with the Center of Mass Acceleration
Fujimoto M, Chou L
University of Oregon

240 Application of Augmented Reality for the Elderly Fall Risk Prediction
Chang C, Yang S, Tsai Y, Hsieh
National Yang-Ming University,

241 An Experimental Study of Postural Control During Downward Reach and Pick-Up Movements: Effects of Age and Limiting the Length of the Base of Support
Hernandez M, Ashton-Miller J, Alexander N
University of Michigan

242 The Effect of Increased Inertia on Balance Using an Ankle Strategy
Costello K, Matrangola S, Madigan M
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

243 Proactive Postural Adjustments During Multiple Exposures to Trips
Coley B, Cham R, Nelson C
University of Pittsburgh

244 Age Effects on Lateral Stability During Stepping
King G, Akula C
University of Missouri - Kansas City

245 Whole-Body Local Dynamic Stability During Walking and Running
Qiao M, Jindrich D
Arizona State University

246 Dynamic Stability During Successful and Failed Compensatory Stepping Responses
Crenshaw J, Cain J, Grabiner M
University of Illinois at Chicago

247 Experimental Analysis of Kinematic Variables Associated with Biomechanical Sit-To-Stand Movement
Mughal A, Iqbal K
University of Arkansas at Little Rock


Prosthetics
Thursday, August 19, 4:30-6:00pm

Friday, August 20, 4:30-6:00pm

248 Knee Joint Forces and Moments in Below-Knee Amputees Across Increasing Steady-State Walking Speeds
Fey N, Neptune R
University of Texas at Austin

249 Biomechanical Analysis of a Unilateral Transfemoral Amputee During Hill Walking Transitions: A Case Study
Stern K, Gottschall J
Pennsylvania State University

250 Individual Muscle Function in Below-Knee Amputee Walking
Silverman A, Neptune R
University of Texas at Austin

251 Failed Trip Recoveries of Above-Knee Amputees Suggest Possible Fall-Prevention Interventions
Crenshaw J, Kaufman K, Grabiner M
University of Illinois at Chicago

252 Virtual Prototyping Functional Characteristics of a Passive-Dynamic Ankle Foot Orthosis
Schrank E, Tierney J, Guinn L, Takahashi K, Razzook A, Stanhope S
University of Delaware

253 Differences in Sagittal Plane Angular Momentum Between Below-Knee Amputees and Non-Amputees Across a Range of Walking Speeds
Silverman A, Neptune R
University of Texas at Austin

254 A Pneumatically Powered Portable Ankle-Foot Orthosis
Shorter K, Kogler G, Loth E, Durfee W, Hsiao-Wecksler E
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

255 Lower Extremity Mechanical Work of Different Prosthetic Feet: An Immediate Response Case Study
Allen A, Heise G, Smith J
University of Northern Colorado

256 Ground Reaction Force Characteristics of Different Prosthetic Feet: An Immediate Response Case Study
Heise G, Allen A, Hoke M, Smith J
University of Northern Colorado

257 Relationships Between Amputee Independent Prosthesis Properties and Gait Performance: A Preliminary Study
Major M, Twiste M, Kenney L, Howard D
University of Salford

258 Roll-Over Shape Dynamics During Stance in Natural Gait
Takahashi K, Razzook A, Guinn L, Schrank E, Stanhope S
University of Delaware

259 Contribution of Toe- Off Kinematics to the Prosthetic Knee Flexion During Swing Phase of Transfemoral Amputee Gait
Dabiri Y, Najarian S, Eslami M, Zahedi S, Moser D, Shirzad E, Moradihaghighat R
Amirkabir University of Technology (Tehtan Polytechnic)

260 Analysis of Ankle Muscle Co-Contraction in Trans-Tibial Amputees
Seyedali M, Morgenroth D, Czerniecki J, Hahn M
Veterans Health Administration Rehabilitation Research and Development Center of Excellence

261 Response to Tripping Perturbations in Transfemoral Amputees
Sierra F, Zhang F, Huang H, D'Andrea S
Brown University


Running
Thursday, August 19, 4:30-6:00pm

Friday, August 20, 4:30-6:00pm

262 Effects of Using Heel Windows and Single Subject Analysis to Measure Rear Foot Motion During Running
Becker J, Osternig L, James S, Chou L
University of Oregon

263 Assessment of the Support Vector Machine for Detecting Age-Related Changes in Running Kinematics
Fukuchi R, Eskofier B, Ferber R, Duarte M
University of Calgary

264 Friction Demand During Running and Cutting
Blanchette M, Sigward S, Powers C
University of Southern California

265 Joint Moments During Walking and Running at Different Speeds
de David A, Stergiou P, Stefanyshyn D
University of Brasilia

266 High Plantar-Flexor Passive Stiffness Increases Achilles Tendon Loading During Landings
Whitting J, Steele J, McGhee D, Munro B
University of Wollongong

267 Acclimation to Treadmill Running in Minimal Footwear
TenBroek T, Rodrigues P, Murphy S, Hamill J
New Balance Athletic Shoe, Inc.

268 The Effect of Functional Fatigue and Ankle Bracing on Lower Extremity Response to Jump Landing Tasks
Stafford E, Gillette J
Iowa State University

269 Maximum Possible Quadriceps Force 50ms After Ground Contact
Domire Z, Boros R, Hashemi J
Texas Tech University

270 Ground Contact Time and Running Speed in Elite Championship Distance Races
Hunter I, Cunningham R, Ingebretsen S, Butler D
Brigham Young University

271 Variations in Running Form Among Female Sprinters, Middle, and Distance Runners
Cunningham R, Hunter I, Seeley M, Feland B
Brigham Young University

272 A Prospective Study of Loading Rates in Female Runners Who Develop Plantar Fasciitis
Bowser B, Hamill J, Davis I
University of Delaware

273 Step Width and Iliotibial Band Strain During Running
Meardon S, Campbell S, Derrick T
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

274 Variation of Anatomical Parameters That Affect Estimated Anterior Cruciate Loading During Drop Landings
Koehler C, Lopez T, Kernozek T, Ragan R
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

275 Ankle Brace with a Heel Strap is Effective in Stablizing Ankle in Frontal Plane in Walking and Running
Zhang S, Wortley M, Freedman J, Carson D
University of Tennessee

276 Metatarsophalangeal Joint Kinetics in Running and Jumping
Forrester S, Hofmans E
Loughborough University

277 Reducing Abnormal Alignment in Female Runners with PFPS Through Gait Retraining Using Mirror Feedback
Willy R, Noehren B, Davis I
University of Delaware

278 Change in Medial Longitudinal Arch Stiffness After a Prolonged Run
Hageman E, Ward E, Derrick T
Iowa State University

279 The Effects of Indoor Track Curve Radiuson Sprint Speed and Ground Reaction Forces
Tukuafu J, Hunter I
Brigham Young University

280 Are the Vibram Fivefingers a Functional Alternative to Barefoot Running in Inexperienced Barefoot Runners?
Paquette M, Baumgartner L, Zhang S
University of Tennessee


Spine
Thursday, August 19, 4:30-6:00pm

Friday, August 20, 4:30-6:00pm

281 Neck Motion due to the Halo-Vest in Prone and Supine Positions
Ivancic P, Telles C
Yale University

282 Mechanisms of Whiplash Injury Prevention Attributable to Energy-Absorbing Seat
Ivancic P, Xiao M
Yale University

283 Dynamic Modeling of Human Lumbar Spine Via Msc Adams
Tabesh M, Elahinia M
University of Toledo

284 Identification of Hyperelastic Properties of Lumbar Multifidus
Koo T, Zheng Y
New York Chiropractic College

285 Disturbances to Intrinsic Stiffness and Reflexive Muscle Responses Following Prolonged Trunk Flexion
Hendershot B, Bazrgari B, Muslim K, Toosizadeh N, Nussbaum M, Madigan M
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

286 Load Bearing Capability of Annular Fibers is Affected by Their Incomplete Length: A Finite Element Model Analysis
Hussain M, Gay R, An K
Logan University

287 A New Surrogate Bone Model for Testing Intervertebral Devices
Au A, Aiyangar A, Anderson P, Ploeg H
University of Wisconsin-Madison

288 Assessment of Gender Variations in the Cervical Response to Rear Impacts
Fritz J, Harris G
Marquette University

289 Inter-Examiner Comparisons of a Human Clinical Cervical Diagnosis Technique
Rutledge B, Reid-Bush T, Vorro J, DeStefano L, Francisco T, Gorbis S
Michigan State University

290 Comparison of Energy Dissipation in Thoracolumbar Motion Segments due to Load Frequency Variation
Campbell-Kyureghyan N, Yalla S
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

291 A Finite Element Study of Dual Bearing Surface Sliding Kinematics and Wear in the Charite Total Disc Replacement
Goreham-Voss C, Brown T
University of Iowa

292 Effect of Off-Axis Fluoroscopy Imaging on 2D Lumbar Spine Kinematics
Ben-Abraham E, Zhao K, Magnuson D, Shaw M, Berglund L, Gay R, An K
Mayo Clinic

293 Dynamic Response of the Trunk to Position Perturbations - Effects of Gender, Preload, and Trunk Angle
Miller E, Bazrgari B, Hendershot B, Nussbaum M, Madigan M
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

294 Cervical Spine Center of Rotation During in Vivo Dynamic Flexion / Extension
Baillargeon E, Lee J, Donaldson W, Kang J, Anderst W
University of Pittsburgh

295 The Quantitative Assessment of Contribution of Risk Factors to Overstress at Adjacent Segments After Lumbar Fusion: Removal of Posterior Ligaments Pedicle Screws
Kang K, Lee H, Kim K, Kim H, Jang J
Yonseisarang Hospital


Sports
Thursday, August 19, 4:30-6:00pm

Friday, August 20, 4:30-6:00pm

296 Optimizing Position of the Horizontal Bench Press Using Surface Electromyography
Jagessar M
University of Trinidad and Tobago

297 Quantative Analysis of SEMG of the Upper Extremity Musculature while Cutting Common Paddle Sport Entanglement Materials Using Two Different Tools
Oliver G, Aldrich T, Moiseichik M
University of Arkansas

298 Windmill Pitching Kinetics: Injury Implications in High School Softball Pitchers
Plummer H, Keeley D, Oliver G
University of Arkansas

299 Association Between Attributes of a Cyclist and Bicycle Seat Pressure
Nash D, Bressel E, Dolny D
Utah State University

300 Application of Spacesuit Glove Performance Tests to Athletic and Personal Protective Equipment
England S, Benson E, Mesloh M, Thompson S, Rajulu S
MEI Technologies, Inc.

301 Archery Biomechanics: A Kinematical Approach
Ertan H, Irmak R
Anadolu University

302 The Influence of Sex and Maturation on Knee Valgus Moments During Cutting: Implications for ACL Injury
Powers C, Pollard C, Lee S, Cesar G, Sigward S
University of Southern California

303 The Influence of Glove and Hand Position on Pressure Over the Ulnar Nerve During Cycling
Slane J, Timmerman M, Ploeg H, Thelen D
University of Wisconsin-Madison

304 A Model Predicting Anterior Shear Stress in the Shoulder During the Slide Step Delivery in High School Baseball Pitchers
Keeley D, Oliver G, Hackett T, Torry M
University of Arkansas

305 Identifying Different Biomechanical Techniques - Technique Taxonomy Applied to Golf Putting.
McLaughlin P, Best R
Victoria University

306 Two-Dimensional Sequential Analysis of the Front Snap Kick
Weimar W, Madsen N, Garner J, Wang Y
Auburn University

307 The Influence of Tissue Masses on Lower Extremity Injuries and Reported Pain in Varsity Soccer Players
Schinkel-Ivy A, Burkhart T, Andrews D
University of Windsor

308 Frequency Response of the Wrist and Elbow Following Impacts with and Without Wrist Guards
Burkhart T, Andrews D
University of Windsor

309 Effects of Equine Racetrack Surface Type, Depth, and Confining Area on Force and Displacement Measurements Using a Track-Testing Device
Setterbo J, Yamaguchi A, Hubbard M, Upadhyaya S, Stover S
University of California, Davis

310 Contribution of Trunk and Pelvis Rotation to Punching in Boxing
Cabral S, João F, Amado S, Veloso A
Technical University of Lisbon

311 Regulation of Angular Impulse During Golf Swings with Different Clubs
McNitt-Gray J, Requejo P, Flashner H
University of Southern California

312 A Framework for Measurement and Modeling of Human Climbing
Russell S, Zirker C, Blemker S
University of Virginia

313 A Kinematic Comparison of Three Different Volleyball Blocking Techniques
Neves T, Seeley M, Johnson A, Myrer J
Brigham Young University

314 Abstract Withdrawn
315 Biomechanics of the Cross-Country Sit-Skier and Impact on Sit-Ski Design - a Top Secret 2010 Project
Leblanc-Lebeau M, Rancourt D, Langelier E, Cyr M, Lessard J, Smeesters C
Universite de Sherbrooke

316 Steady-State Handling Characteristics of a Bicycle
Cain S, Perkins N
University of Michigan

317 Variations in Climbing Strategies Between Experienced and Inexperienced Rock Climbers
Zirker C, Russell S, Blemker S
University of Virginia

318 Velocity of the Taekwondo Axe Kick and Resultant Linear Acceleration of an Instrumented Head Form
Fife G, Kaminski T, O'Sullivan D, Pieter W, Shin I, Lim T
University of Delaware

319 Biomechanical Energetic Analysis of Pitching Motion of Professional Japanese Baseball Pitchers
Aoki K, Mochimaru M, Himeno R
National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology


Tissue Mechanics
Thursday, August 19, 4:30-6:00pm

Friday, August 20, 4:30-6:00pm

320 Relationship Between Sacral Skin Blood Flow Oscillations and Vasodilatory Functions in People at Risk for Pressure Ulcers
Jan Y, Liao F, Garrison D, Anderson M
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

321 Frequency Content of Cartilage Impact Signal Reflects Acute Histologic Structural Damage
Heiner A, Martin J, McKinley T, Goetz J, Thedens D, Brown T
University of Iowa

322 Evaluation of Frost's 3-Way Rule Equation for Bone Adaptation to Mechanical Stimulation
Rastgar Agah M, Yingling V
Temple University

323 Localized Measures of Tendon Impingement on the Median Nerve Within the Carpal Tunnel
Kunze N, Goetz J, Thedens D, Baer T, Lawler E, Brown T
University of Iowa

324 Relationships Between Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DXA) and Computed Tomography (CT) Measures of Bone and Their Ability to Predict Fracture Load
Troy K, Edwards W
University of Illinois at Chicago

325 Temperature Dependence on Porcine Internal Carotid Artery Vascular Mechanics
Fitzpatrick J, Capaldi F
Drexel University

326 Effects of Posterior Capsule Attachment Status on Flexion Moment Resistance in the Hip
Stroud N, Rudert J, Baer T, Brown T
University of Iowa

327 A 3-D Breast Software Phantom to Investigate Breast Biomechanics During Ultrasound Strain Imaging Using Finite Element Modeling
Hashmi S, Keralapura M
San Jose State University

328 Effects of Normal and Shear Loads on Blood Perfusion and Reactive Hyperemia in the Skin
Manorama A, Reid-Bush T, Baek S
Michigan State University

329 Testing for Material Properties of the Human Anterior Cruciate Ligament
Ren Y, Ahn C, Park H, Fang D, Zhang L
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

330 Viscoelastic Properties of Diabetic and Non-Diabetic Plantar Soft Tissue
Pai S, Ledoux W
University of Washington

331 Changes in Cross Sectional Stress at the Distal Radius Following Short Term Mechanical Loading
Edwards W, Troy K
University of Illinois at Chicago

332 ACL Length Changes During Robotic Simulation of Knee Laxity Tests
Lee A, Hagen J, Wahl C, Manner P, Cavanagh P
University of Washington

333 Understanding the Effects of Ligament Sectioning on the Stability of the Ankle and Subtalar Joint Using Euler Angles and the Rotation About a Helical Axis
Choisne J, Ringleb S, Samaan M, Bawab S, Naik D
Old Dominion University

334 A New Instrument for Assessing Heel Pad Mechanical Properties
Gales D, Challis J
Pennsylvania State University

335 Fatigue Properties of Proximal Humeral Fractures Fixed with Locked Plate System
Li J, Hymes R, Schulman J, Theiss M
Inova Fairfax Hospital

336 The Use of Ultrasound Elastography to Assess Long-Term Tendon Remodeling and Mechanics Following Musculotendon Injury
Chernak L, Silder A, Lee K, Thelen D
University of Wisconsin-Madison

337 Simulation of a Percutaneous Aortic Valve Deployment into a Patient-Specific Aortic Root
Sirois E, Wang Q, Sun W
University of Connecticut


Upper Extremity
Thursday, August 19, 4:30-6:00pm

Friday, August 20, 4:30-6:00pm

338 High Coefficient of Friction at the Hand-Object Interface Contributes to Increased Maximum Grip Force by the Phalanxes During Power Grip
Enders L, Engel A, Seo N
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

339 Elbow and Wrist Muscle Fiber Operating Ranges Throughout the Range of Motion for Flexion-Extension and Pronation-Supination
Dorman D, Warren R, Gonzalez R
LeTourneau University

340 The Influence of Altering Push Force Effectiveness on Individual Muscle Demand During Wheelchair Propulsion
Rankin J, Kwarciak A, Richter W, Neptune R
University of Texas at Austin

341 Kinematic and Kinetic Analysis of Shoulder Motion During Tetraplegic Wheelchair Propulsion
Yarossi M, Dyson-Hudson T, Forrest G, Kwarciak A, Sisto S
Kessler Foundation Research Center

342 Correlation Between Wrist Biomechanics and Median Nerve Health Parameters in Manual Wheelchair Users
Toosi K, Impink B, Collinger J, Yang J, Koontz A, Boninger M
University of Pittsburgh

343 Effect of Concomitant Latissimus Dorsi Transfer on Joint Reaction Force for Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
Hansen M, Otis J, Ciccone W, Jacofsky M, Jaczynski A, Boyles A
SHRI-CORE Research Labs

344 Shoulder Kinematic Patterns During Execution of Circuit Resistance Training in Individuals with Paraplegia: a Case Series
Riek L, Ludewig P, Nawoczenski D
University of Rochester

345 Alterations in Shoulder Joint Perception Pre and Post Workday
Ettinger L, Kincl L, Karduna A
University of Oregon

346 The Effects of Noise and Inertia Distribution During a Planar Reaching Task
Nguyen H, Dingwell J
University of Texas at Austin

347 Effect of Plication on Gleno-Humeral Translation: A Preliminary in Vitro Study
Rao S, Miana A, Lenhoff M, Backus S, Vanadurongwan B, Chen N, Brown A, Coleman S, Cordasco F, Altchek D, Fealy S, Imhauser C, Karduna A, Warren R, Wright T, Zifchock R, Hillstrom H
Hospital for Special Surgery

348 The Effect of Biceps Reattachment Site on Moment Arm
Weir D, Schmidt C, Wong A, Howard M, Miller M
University of Pittsburgh

349 Shoulder External Rotation During Physical Assessment and Throwing Activity
Zheng N, Eaton K
University of North Carolina at Charlotte

350 A Dynamic CT Technique for Assessment of Wrist Joint Instability
Zhao K, Leng S, Qu M, McCollough C, An K
Mayo Clinic

351 A Method of Geometric Description of the Glenoid Fossa
Gielo-Perczak K
Worcester Polytechnic Institute

352 Effects of Midcarpal Arthrodesis on Wrist Coupling and Performance
Garg R, Kraszewski A, Stocklein H, Backus S, Lenhoff M, Wolff A, Hillstrom H, Wolfe S
Hospital For Special Surgery

353 Geometric Variability in the Subchondral Bone Surfaces of the First Trapeziometacarpal Joint
Halilaj E, Rainbow M, Patel N, Moore D, Crisco J
Brown University

354 Abstract Withdrawn