Occupational slips, trips and falls on the same level (STFL) result in substantial injuries
worldwide. This paper summarises the state of science regarding STFL, outlining relevant …

To establish a supportive technology for reducing the risk of falling in older people, it is
essential to clarify gait characteristics in elderly individuals that are possibly linked to the risk …

[Purpose] Tripping is a frequent cause of falls among aging adults. Appropriate limb
movements while negotiating obstacles are critical to trip avoidance. The aim of our study …

Activity level and gait parameters during daily life are important indicators for clinicians
because they can provide critical insights into modifications of mobility and function over …

The invention relates to a system and a method for assessment of walking and miming gait
in human. The method is prefer ably based on the fusion of a portable device featuring …

Tripping is a common cause of falls in older adults and people with Parkinson׳ s disease
(PD). Foot clearance during gait may be impaired when distracted by a dual task and thus …

Walkway codes and standards are often created through consensus by committees based
on a number of factors, including historical precedence, common practice, cost, and …

Footwear has been implicated as a factor in falls, which is a major issue affecting the health
of older adults. This study investigated the effect of footwear with dorsal fixation, slippers and …

During each step of human walking, the swing foot passes close to the ground with a small
but (usually) non-zero clearance. The foot can occasionally scuff against the ground, with …

ABSTRACT Matsuda F, Mukaino M, Ohtsuka K, Tanikawa H, Tsuchiyama K, Teranishi T,
Kanada Y, Kagaya H, Saitoh E. Analysis of strategies used by hemiplegic stroke patients to …