Assessment of three-dimensional joint kinematics of the upper limb during simulated swimming using wearable inertial-magnetic measurement units

The analysis of the joint kinematics during swimming plays a fundamental role both in sports conditioning and in clinical contexts. Contrary to the traditional video analysis, wearable inertial-magnetic measurements units (IMMUs) allow to analyse both the underwater and aerial phases of the swimming stroke over the whole length of the swimming pool. Furthermore, the rapid calibration and short data processing required by IMMUs provide coaches and athletes with an immediate feedback on swimming kinematics during training. This study aimed to develop a protocol to assess the three-dimensional kinematics of the upper limbs during swimming using IMMUs. Kinematics were evaluated during simulated dry-land swimming trials performed in the laboratory by eight swimmers. A stereo-photogrammetric system was used as the gold standard. The results showed high coefficient of multiple correlation (CMC) values, with median (first–third quartile) of 0.97 (0.93–0.95) and 0.99 (0.97–0.99) for simulated front-crawl and breaststroke, respectively. Furthermore, the joint angles were estimated with an accuracy increasing from distal to proximal joints, with wrist indices showing median CMC values always higher than 0.90. The present findings represent an important step towards the practical use of technology based on IMMUs for the kinematic analysis of swimming in applied contexts.     

Differences in pedalling technique between road cyclists of different competitive levels

The purpose of this study was to compare the pedalling technique in road cyclists of different competitive levels. Eleven professional, thirteen elite and fourteen club cyclists were assessed at the beginning of their competition season. Cyclists’ anthropometric characteristics and bike measurements were recorded. Three sets of pedalling (200, 250 and 300 W) on a cycle ergometer that simulated their habitual cycling posture were performed at a constant cadence (~90 rpm), while kinetic and kinematic variables were registered. The results showed no differences on the main anthropometric variables and bike measurements. Professional cyclists obtained higher positive impulse proportion (1.5–3.3% and P < 0.05), mainly due to a lower resistive torque during the upstroke (15.4–28.7% and P < 0.05). They also showed a higher ankle range of movement (ROM, 1.1–4.0° and P < 0.05). Significant correlations (P < 0.05) were found between the cyclists’ body mass and the kinetic variables of pedalling: positive impulse proportion (r = ?0.59 to ?0.61), minimum (r = ?0.59 to ?0.63) and maximum torques (r = 0.35–0.47). In conclusion, professional cyclists had better pedalling technique than elite and club cyclists, because they opted for enhancing pulling force at the recovery phase to sustain the same power output. This technique depended on cycling experience and level of expertise.     

114例颈椎定点复位法加扶阳罐治疗颈椎小关节微错缝的临床观察

目的:探讨颈椎定点复位法加扶阳罐治疗颈椎小关节微错缝的临床疗效。方法:114例患者均采用颈椎定点复位法加扶阳罐治疗。具体分四步。手法定位;松解肌肉;颈椎定点旋转复位;扶阳罐理筋温熨。5次一疗程。若还有症状,休息二天后,重复一疗程。结果:治愈率89.47%,总有效率99.12%。结论:此法可纠正颈椎紊乱的关节,缓解痉挛的肌肉,解除神经、血管的刺激和压迫,改善局部血液循环,使颈椎各关节保持相对的稳定。疗效好,安全易行,值得推广。     

女排运动员肩关节损伤原因及其康复训练策略案例研究

肩伤是专业排球运动员常见的伤病之一,而主攻的肩伤在排球运动的损伤中是最多的。以江苏女排主攻手许若亚为对象,对其在2014年9月17日—2014年10月10日期间,肩关节损伤后的系统性康复训练要素与效果进行研究,总结经验,探索肩关节损伤的有效防治方法,为提高女子排球科医保障水平,指导科学训练提供参考和指导。     

Features of the Formation of Multi-view Autostereoscopic Image without Vertical Parallax

1.Introduction The reproduction systems of 3D images without using eyeglasses and other special accessories has always attracted attention and aroused great interest of developers and consumers of such equipment because of totally accurate image and method of its presentation.Such systems can be used and are already partially used in advertising,television,different devices (i.e.smartphones,tablet computers),at the exhibitions,etc.,as well as in various technical applications,training systems,simulators,etc.     

Validity of Self-Reported Pedometer Steps per Day in College Students

The purpose of this article was to examine the validity of self-reported pedometer steps/day. Forty-seven participants were provided a New Lifestyles NL-2000 (NL-2000; Lees Summit, MO, USA) pedometer and a physical activity (PA) diary for 3 weeks, but not informed of the data-storing capabilities. For weeks 2 and 3, each participant was given a step goal of 3,000 steps/day above week 1 average. A 2 × 3 repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used to examine differences between reported steps/day. Bland–Altman plots assessed the mean bias and limits of agreement between reporting methods. Mean self-reported and NL-2000 steps/day were 9,264 ± 3,555 and 8,971 ± 3,590 steps/day (n = 26, p > .05). Mean biases were 216 ± 1,753 (week 1), –506 ± 1,355 (week 2), and –590 ± 1,360 (week 3) steps/day. Negative mean bias values indicate higher self-reported steps/day. Mean steps/day were similar between recording methods, but large differences were observed among individuals, suggesting self-reported steps/day may be valid for PA research at the population level, but not the individual level.     

Effect of gender on trunk and pelvis control during lateral movements with perturbed landing

In lateral reactive movements, core stability may influence knee and hip joint kinematics and kinetics. Insufficient core stabilisation is discussed as a major risk factor for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries. Due to the higher probability of ACL injuries in women, this study concentrates on how gender influences trunk, pelvis and leg kinematics during lateral reactive jumps (LRJs). Perturbations were investigated in 12 men and 12 women performing LRJs under three different landing conditions: a movable landing platform was programmed to slide, resist or counteract upon landing. Potential group effects on three-dimensional trunk, pelvic, hip and knee kinematics were analysed for initial contact (IC) and the time of peak pelvic medial tilt (PPT). Regardless of landing conditions, the joint excursions in the entire lower limb joints were gender-specific. Women exhibited higher trunk left axial rotation at PPT (women: 4.0 ± 7.5°, men: ?3.1 ± 8.2°; p = 0.011) and higher hip external rotation at both IC and PPT (p < 0.01). But women demonstrated higher knee abduction compared to men. Men demonstrated more medial pelvic tilt at IC and especially PPT (men: –5.8 ± 4.9°, women: 0.3 ± 6.3°; p = 0.015). Strategies for maintaining trunk, pelvis and lower limb alignment during lateral reactive movements were gender-specific; the trunk and hip rotations displayed by the women were associated with the higher knee abduction amplitudes and therefore might reflect a movement strategy which is associated with higher injury risk. However, training interventions are needed to fully understand how gender-specific core stability strategies are related to performance and knee injury.     

建设项目全过程跟踪审计探讨

建设项目全过程跟踪审计是接受业主委托,对工程项目进行全过程的跟踪审计工作。其具体内容包括在工程招标阶段协助业主起草招标文件提供咨询服务;在工程施工阶段参加图纸会审,现场勘查,隐蔽工程验收,工程变更、洽商、签证的确认,工程进度拨款的控制,以及最后对工程结算进行的审核。对工程进行全面、详细的跟踪审计工作,协助业主实现建设项目投资控制目标,以便最大的发挥业主投资效益。     

体育训练常见急性损伤及其预防

依据对体育训练中常见急性损伤及其防治的调查资料，分析了造成急性损伤的原因，并对预防急性损伤的措施与手段作了的探索，力求减少急性损伤的发生，使体育锻炼更好地起到促进身心健康的作用．     

创伤性近侧指间关节屈曲挛缩治疗方法的探讨

目的:对创伤性近侧指间关节挛缩的发病机制和治疗方法进行探讨。方法:对1995～2000年在我院治疗的创伤性近侧指间关节屈曲挛缩病例进行回顾,指间关节挛缩的发病机制,根据关节内外粘连的不同因素进行松解手术治疗。结果:创伤性近侧指间关节屈曲挛缩的病变可分为关节内粘连、关节外粘连及复合性粘连。经过:(1)单纯松解掌板延长及屈指浅肌腱切断等手术。(2)手术加牵引术,取得了良好结果。平均改善关节活动度达100度(屈)(伸)-10度。结论:(1)创伤性近侧指间关节屈曲挛缩的发生与早期处理不当有关。(2)粘连可以是关节内或关节外因素及复合因素造成。(2)手术治疗配合术后牵引治疗可取得良好的效果。