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Gait Posture September 2015 PMID 26220400

Barefoot vs common footwear: A systematic review of the kinematic, kinetic and muscle activity differences during walking.

Simon Franklin, Michael J Grey, Nicola Heneghan, Laura Bowen, François-Xavier Li

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The group mainly talks about the scientific content, such as muscle activity differences and foot mechanics, with some posts referencing specific studies like Franklin et al. (2015). The tone is analytical and moderate, reflecting curiosity about the effects of footwear on walking mechanics without overly emotional language.

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Most discussions acknowledge the study's findings on gait and muscle activity differences, with some highlighting its scientific basis.

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The posts include mentions of specific aspects like muscle activity and foot mechanics, indicating some thoughtful engagement.

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The discussions suggest a recognition of the study's relevance, though not emphasizing direct change or widespread influence.

Abstract in brief

  • The review examines how barefoot walking differs from walking in regular shoes, focusing on foot structure, gait mechanics, and muscle activity, and finds that barefoot walking tends to produce wider foot spread, shorter stride lengths, and lower impact forces.
  • Habitual barefoot walkers typically have wider feet, increased forefoot spreading, and lower plantar pressures compared to those who usually wear shoes, with notable differences in foot and knee mechanics during walking.
  • The study highlights that footwear significantly influences gait in both immediate and long-term contexts, but there is a need for more research on how shoe use affects older adults and across different age groups.
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Tech Star Shahrukh
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@theliverdr Uncle ye bhi padh lo jara https://t.co/YgtkGK1F15

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Alzhacker
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裸足と一般的な靴の比較：歩行時の運動学的、動力学的、筋活動的差異に関する系統的レビュー（2015） https://t.co/Lcwe6NhR1G ハイライト -靴は足の構造と機能を狭める可能性がある。 -靴の短期間および長期間の使用は、歩行の運動学および運動学に影響を与える。

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OJSN
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Barefoot vs common footwear: A systematic review of the kinematic, kinetic and muscle activity differences during walking - ScienceDirect - https://t.co/GP2BQvCH4F

Sep 8, 2022 · 1 like · 15,005 followers View post →
Cervus 林清睿
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@Oscar_Teix 4. https://t.co/LtfD8Lo5GB 5. https://t.co/lSPAsileaV

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Quarks
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@jhsgalaxy1 Hier in der Studie wird u.a. die Muskelaktivität zwischen Schuh- und Barfußläufern verglichen: > Franklin et al.: Barefoot vs common footwear: A systematic review of the kinematic, kinetic and muscle activity differences during walking, 2015

Jun 2, 2022 · 66,554 followers View post →
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RT @Alzhacker: 裸足と一般的な靴の比較：歩行時の運動学的、動力学的、筋活動的差異に関する系統的レビュー（2015） https://t.co/Lcwe6NhR1G ハイライト -靴は足の構造と機能を狭める可能性がある。 -靴の短期間および長期間の使用は、歩行の運動…

Apr 15, 2024 · 2 shares · 431 followers View post →

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Tech Star Shahrukh
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@theliverdr Uncle ye bhi padh lo jara https://t.co/YgtkGK1F15

Aug 25, 2024 · 30 likes · 23,267 followers View post →
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RT @Alzhacker: 裸足と一般的な靴の比較：歩行時の運動学的、動力学的、筋活動的差異に関する系統的レビュー（2015） https://t.co/Lcwe6NhR1G ハイライト -靴は足の構造と機能を狭める可能性がある。 -靴の短期間および長期間の使用は、歩行の運動…

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ろくとめ
@dtd9S4bDLDrWX6O · X

RT @Alzhacker: 裸足と一般的な靴の比較：歩行時の運動学的、動力学的、筋活動的差異に関する系統的レビュー（2015） https://t.co/Lcwe6NhR1G ハイライト -靴は足の構造と機能を狭める可能性がある。 -靴の短期間および長期間の使用は、歩行の運動…

Apr 15, 2024 · 2 shares · 431 followers View post →
Alzhacker
@Alzhacker · X

裸足と一般的な靴の比較：歩行時の運動学的、動力学的、筋活動的差異に関する系統的レビュー（2015） https://t.co/Lcwe6NhR1G ハイライト -靴は足の構造と機能を狭める可能性がある。 -靴の短期間および長期間の使用は、歩行の運動学および運動学に影響を与える。

Apr 15, 2024 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 33,084 followers View post →
OJSN
@iamojsn · X

Barefoot vs common footwear: A systematic review of the kinematic, kinetic and muscle activity differences during walking - ScienceDirect - https://t.co/GP2BQvCH4F

Sep 8, 2022 · 1 like · 15,005 followers View post →
Quarks
@quarkswdr · X

@jhsgalaxy1 Hier in der Studie wird u.a. die Muskelaktivität zwischen Schuh- und Barfußläufern verglichen: > Franklin et al.: Barefoot vs common footwear: A systematic review of the kinematic, kinetic and muscle activity differences during walking, 2015

Jun 2, 2022 · 66,554 followers View post →
MattBozyD
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@JBToledoman @stltoday https://t.co/oELJeiT6mI

Feb 17, 2022 · 229 followers View post →
Cervus 林清睿
@Luismi_cervus · X

@Oscar_Teix 4. https://t.co/LtfD8Lo5GB 5. https://t.co/lSPAsileaV

Mar 26, 2021 · 1 like · 1,036 followers View post →