Safety

The determinants of walking velocity in the elderly

Submitted by administrator on Sun, 20/08/2006 - 21:55
Abstract - The determinants of walking velocity in the elderly - Web page
This study sought to determine predictors of walking velocity in the elderly.
Author(s):
Rowland W.
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Safety
Health
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elder health
disease management
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Reliability of measurement of angular movements of the pelvis etc

Submitted by administrator on Sun, 20/08/2006 - 21:44
Abstract - Reliability of measurement of angular movements etc - Web page
Angular movements of the pelvis and lumbar spine are thought to play an important role in walking. However, little is known about the amount of unpredictable variability in measurement of these movements during human walking.
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Safety
Health
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exercise physiology
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Energy-speed relationship of walking: standard tables

Submitted by administrator on Sun, 20/08/2006 - 21:41
Abstract - Energy-speed relationship of walking: standard tables - Web page
The energy expenditure of level walking was measured in 260 normal male and female subjects walking around a 60.5m-circular outdoor track.
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Health
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orthopaedic research
energy expenditure
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--3.28 Bio-mechanical research & walking
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The recovery of walking ability and subclassification of stroke

Submitted by administrator on Sun, 20/08/2006 - 21:36
Abstract - The recovery of walking ability etc - Web page
The recovery of walking after a stroke is a key functional goal for many patients. Reports vary, but approximately 50-80% of patients will regain some degree of walking ability following stroke (Skilbeck et al., 1983).
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Safety
Health
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elder health
disease management
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--3.23 Elder health & walking
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The influence of flexibility on the economy of walking and jogging

Submitted by administrator on Sun, 20/08/2006 - 21:18
Abstract - The influence of flexibility etc - Web page
The relationship of 11 measures of trunk and lower limb flexibility to the economy of treadmill walking and jogging as measured by steady-state oxygen consumption (VO2) was studied.
Author(s):
Gilbert W.
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Safety
Health
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exercise
orthopaedic research
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--3.28 Bio-mechanical research & walking
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Quantitative evaluation of walking style from the temporal and spatial etc

Submitted by administrator on Sun, 20/08/2006 - 21:13
Abstract - Quantitative evaluation of walking style etc - Web page
For effective guidance of walking, the authors developed a quantitative method for evaluating the quality of walking based on physical feature parameters reflecting the views of specialists in walking guidance. The concept of quality of walking comprises foot movement, balance, including the upper body, and the aesthetic aspect.
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Safety
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exercise
orthopaedic research
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Road safety coordination (Timaru)

Submitted by administrator on Sat, 19/08/2006 - 02:35
Road safety coordination (Timaru) - Web page
Includes information on the South Canterbury Road Safety Trust along with accident statistics for the area.
Author(s):
Timaru District Council
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Safety
Health
Institution: 
Local government
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road safety co-ordinator
statistics
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--3.50 Pedestrian safety promotion
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