Gait Pattern, Impact to the Skeleton and Postural Balance in Overweight and Obese Children: A Review

The article reviews the biomechanical factors that may cause overweight/obese children to reduce their level of physical activity, while increasing their risk of overuse injuries and exercise-related pain. Recommendations would be to screen those children for any gait or postural impairments before...

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Main Authors: Nili Steinberg, Dan Nemet, Michal Pantanowitz, Alon Eliakim
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-07-01
Series:Sports
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2075-4663/6/3/75