Adding body load modifies the vibratory sensation of the foot sole and affects the postural control

Abstract Background Heavy backpacks are often used by soldiers and firefighters. Weight carrying could reduce the speed and efficiency in task completion by altering the foot sole sensitivity and postural control. Methods In fifteen healthy subjects, we measured the changes in sensitivity to vibrati...

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Main Authors: Yves Jammes, Eva Ferrand, Corentin Fraud, Alain Boussuges, Jean Paul Weber
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-08-01
Series:Military Medical Research
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40779-018-0175-4