J R Soc Interface June 2016 PMID 27307512

Shoes alter the spring-like function of the human foot during running.

Luke A Kelly, Glen A Lichtwark, Dominic J Farris, Andrew Cresswell

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13
Peak: 3 in Jun 2016
across 5 sources since Jun 2016

Extended reach

8,890
potential audience

Total likes

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Jun 2016 – May 2025

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions mainly focus on specific technical aspects, such as system stiffness and neuromuscular effort, using precise language, which shows a level of engagement and curiosity, but overall, the posts reflect a cautious and neutral stance regarding the broader impact of the findings.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The posts show neutral opinions, with some repeating the article's findings about how shoes affect foot mechanics, but without strong agreement or disagreement.

InterestModerate interest

Readers seem mildly interested, discussing the mechanical effects of shoes but not delving deeply into broader implications.

EngagementModerate engagement

Discussions include technical details like system stiffness and neuromuscular responses, indicating some level of engagement with the scientific content.

ImpactNeutral impact

The influence of the publication appears limited, as the posts mostly restate the findings without arguing for significant changes in behavior or beliefs.

Abstract in brief

  • Running shoes increase activation of intrinsic foot muscles and reduce the compression of the foot's longitudinal arch during running, contrary to earlier beliefs that shoes hinder foot spring function.
  • The study suggests that the mechanical changes caused by shoes are due to increased neuromuscular effort rather than a loss of control, indicating that shoes might prompt the foot muscles to work harder.
  • A new theoretical model is proposed to explain the interaction between shoes and foot mechanics, highlighting that shoes influence foot function through neuromuscular responses rather than impairment.]

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Bruce Williams
@Docorange1 · X

Shoes alter the spring-like function of the human foot during running. reduction in system stiffness that occurs when wearing a running shoe needs to be offset by an ⬆️ in stiffness of the LA, in order to maintain constant foot – shoe system stiffness https://t.co/eZP6z32tGN https://t.co/GvgTBH9lQV

Mar 19, 2019 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 4,401 followers View post →
Oscar Madruga Armada
@Dr_OscarMadruga · X

RT @Docorange1: Shoes alter the spring-like function of the human foot during running. reduction in system stiffness that occurs when weari…

Mar 19, 2019 · 2 shares · 748 followers View post →

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luis Jiménez
@LuisAlberto2177 · X

RT @Docorange1: Shoes alter the spring-like function of the human foot during running. reduction in system stiffness that occurs when weari…

Mar 19, 2019 · 2 shares · 75 followers View post →
Oscar Madruga Armada
@Dr_OscarMadruga · X

RT @Docorange1: Shoes alter the spring-like function of the human foot during running. reduction in system stiffness that occurs when weari…

Mar 19, 2019 · 2 shares · 748 followers View post →
Bruce Williams
@Docorange1 · X

Shoes alter the spring-like function of the human foot during running. reduction in system stiffness that occurs when wearing a running shoe needs to be offset by an ⬆️ in stiffness of the LA, in order to maintain constant foot – shoe system stiffness https://t.co/eZP6z32tGN https://t.co/GvgTBH9lQV

Mar 19, 2019 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 4,401 followers View post →
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