The Contribution of Trunk Axial Kinematics to Poststrike Ball Velocity During Maximal Instep Soccer Kicking

2015 ◽  
Vol 31 (5) ◽  
pp. 370-376 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adam M. Fullenkamp ◽  
Brian M. Campbell ◽  
C. Matthew Laurent ◽  
Amanda Paige Lane
Keyword(s):  
Sagittal Plane ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Rotation Velocity ◽  
Upper Body ◽  
Segmental Motion ◽  
Trunk Rotation ◽  
Motion Data ◽  
Ball Velocity ◽  
Instep Kick ◽  
Hip Flexion

To date, biomechanical analyses of soccer kicking have focused predominantly on lower-extremity motions, with little emphasis on the trunk and upper body. The purpose of this study was to evaluate differences in trunk axial kinematics between novice (n = 10) and skilled (n = 10) participants, as well as to establish the relationship of trunk axial motion and sagittal plane thigh rotation to poststrike ball velocity. Three-dimensional body segmental motion data were captured using high-resolution motion analysis (120 Hz) while each participant completed 5 maximal instep soccer-style kicks. The results demonstrate that skilled participants use 53% greater axial trunk range of motion compared with novice participants (P < .01), as well as 62% greater peak trunk rotation velocity (P < .01). The results also show a moderate, positive correlation of peak trunk rotation velocity with poststrike ball velocity (r = .57; P < .01), and peak hip flexion velocity with poststrike ball velocity (r = .63; P < .01). The current study highlights the potential for trunk rotation-specific training to improve maximum instep kick velocity in developing soccer athletes.

scholarly journals Weighted Baseball Training Affects Arm Speed without Increasing Elbow and Shoulder Joint Kinetics

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael E O'Connell ◽  
Kyle Lindley ◽  
John Scheffey ◽  
Alex Caravan ◽  
Joe Marsh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Rotation Velocity ◽  
Elbow Flexion ◽  
Upper Body ◽  
Training Methods ◽  
Joint Kinetics ◽  
Ball Velocity ◽  
Anterior Trunk ◽  
Biomechanical Evaluation ◽  
Trunk Tilt

Long-term training effects of weighted ball throwing programs have been well documented. However, the mechanisms by which these effects are facilitated are poorly understood due to the difficulty of measuring biomechanics in the baseball throwing motion. The purpose of this study is to replicate previous methods investigating within-session effects of throwing overload and underload baseballs to provide mechanistic evidence for weighted baseball training methods. We hypothesized that varying the pitched ball weight between three, four, five, six, and seven ounces will affect pitched ball velocity, upper body kinematics, lower body kinematics, kinematic velocities, and throwing arm joint kinetics during a maximum intent throwing workout. Twenty-six collegiate and professional level baseball pitchers ages 20-30 (mean age 23.5 ± 2.7 years) participated in a pitch velocity and biomechanical evaluation while pitching a series of leather weighted baseballs from a regulation pitching mound. A one-way repeated measures ANOVA was used to evaluate the within-subject effect of ball weight on a total of 15 parameters: pitch velocity, five kinematic positions, four kinematic velocities, and five kinetics. We found that as ball weight increased, pitch velocity, maximum elbow flexion, maximum pelvis rotation velocity, maximum shoulder internal rotation velocity, and maximum elbow extension velocity decreased, while anterior trunk tilt at ball release increased. Training with three- to seven-ounce baseballs can be used to work on increasing pitching velocity without increasing throwing arm joint kinetics or changing pitching mechanics in a practically significant way.

A Three-Dimensional Analysis of Overarm Throwing in Experienced Handball Players

2007 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 12-19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roland van den Tillaar ◽  
Gertjan Ettema
Keyword(s):  
Lower Limb ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Rotation Velocity ◽  
Minor Importance ◽  
Team Handball ◽  
Ball Release ◽  
Ball Velocity ◽  
Angular Velocities ◽  
Overarm Throwing

The aim of this study was to investigate the contribution of upper extremity, trunk, and lower extremity movements in overarm throwing in team handball. In total, 11 joint movements during the throw were analyzed. The analysis consists of maximal angles, angles at ball release, and maximal angular velocities of the joint movements and their timing during the throw. Only the elbow angle (extension movement range) and the level of internal rotation velocity of the shoulder at ball release showed a significant relationship with the throwing performance. Also, a significant correlation was found for the timing of the maximal pelvis angle with ball velocity, indicating that better throwers started to rotate their pelvis forward earlier during the throw. No other significant correlations were found, indicating that the role of the trunk and lower limb are of minor importance for team handball players.

scholarly journals Standard reference values of the upper body posture in healthy young female adults in Germany: an observational study

BMJ Open ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (8) ◽  
pp. e022236 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniela Ohlendorf ◽  
Vanessa Fisch ◽  
Charlotte Doerry ◽  
Sebastian Schamberger ◽  
Gerhard Oremek ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Sagittal Plane ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Spinal Column ◽  
Young Female ◽  
The Body ◽  
Body Posture ◽  
Upper Body ◽  
Upper Body Posture ◽  
Standard Values

ObjectiveClassifications of posture deviations are only possible compared with standard values. However, standard values have been published for healthy male adults but not for female adults.DesignObservational study.SettingInstitute of Occupational Medicine, Social Medicine and Environmental Medicine, Goethe-University Frankfurt/Main.Participants106healthy female volunteers (21–30 years old; 25.1±2.7 years) were included. Their body weight ranged from 46 to 106 kg (60.3±7.9 kg), the heights from 1.53 to 1.82 m (1.69±0.06 m) and the body mass index from 16.9 kg/m² to 37.6 kg/m² (21.1±2.6 kg/m²).Outcome measuresA three-dimensional back scan was performed to measure the upper back posture in habitual standing. The tolerance ranges and CI were calculated. Group differences were tested by the Wilcoxon Mann-Whitney U test.ResultsIn normal posture, the spinal column was marginally twisted to the left, and the vertebrae were marginally rotated to the right. The kyphosis angle is larger than the lumbar angle. Consequently, a more kyphotic posture is observed in the sagittal plane. The habitual posture is slightly scoliotic with a rotational component (scapular depression right, right scapula marginally more dorsally, high state of pelvic right, iliac right further rotated anteriorly).ConclusionsHealthy young women have an almost ideally balanced posture with minimal ventral body inclination and a marginal scoliotic deviation. Compared with young males, women show only marginal differences in the upper body posture. These values allow a comparison to other studies, both for control and patient data, and may serve as guideline in both clinical practice and scientific studies.

scholarly journals Segmental Power Analysis of Sequential Body Motion and Elbow Valgus Loading During Baseball Pitching: Comparison Between Professional and High School Baseball Players

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 232596711982792 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arnel Aguinaldo ◽  
Rafael Escamilla
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Critical Role ◽  
Rotation Velocity ◽  
Segmental Motion ◽  
Trunk Rotation ◽  
Upper Arm ◽  
Ball Speed ◽  
Trunk Motion ◽  
Rotation Time ◽  
Significant Difference

Background: Pitching-related elbow injuries remain prevalent across all levels of baseball. Elbow valgus torque has been identified as a modifiable risk factor of injuries to the ulnar collateral ligament in skeletally mature pitchers. Purpose: To examine how segmental energy flow (power) influences elbow valgus torque and ball speed in professional versus high school baseball pitchers. Study Design: Descriptive laboratory study. Methods: A total of 16 professional pitchers (mean age, 21.9 ± 3.6 years) and 15 high school pitchers (mean age, 15.5 ± 1.1 years) participated in marker-based motion analysis of baseball pitching. Ball speed, maximum elbow valgus torque (MEV), temporal parameters, and mechanical power of the trunk, upper arm, and forearm were collected and compared using parametric statistical methods. Results: Professional pitchers threw with a higher ball speed (36.3 ± 2.9 m/s) compared with high school pitchers (30.4 ± 3.5 m/s) ( P = .001), and MEV was greater in professional pitchers (71.3 ± 20.0 N·m) than in high school pitchers (50.7 ± 14.6 N·m) ( P = .003). No significant difference in normalized MEV was found between groups ( P = .497). Trunk rotation time, trunk power, and upper arm power combined to predict MEV ( r = 0.823, P < .001), while trunk rotation time and trunk power were the only predictors of ball speed ( r = 0.731, P < .001). There were significant differences between the professional and high school groups in the timing of maximum pelvis rotation velocity (42.9 ± 9.7% of the pitching cycle [%PC] vs 27.9 ± 23.4 %PC, respectively; P < .025), maximum trunk rotation (33 ± 16 %PC vs 2 ± 23 %PC, respectively; P = .001), and maximum shoulder internal rotation velocity (102.4 ± 8.9 %PC vs 93.0 ± 11.7 %PC, respectively; P = .017). Conclusion: The power of trunk motion plays a critical role in the development of elbow valgus torque and ball speed. Professional and high school pitchers do not differ in elbow torque relative to their respective size but appear to adopt different patterns of segmental motion. Clinical Relevance: Because trunk rotation supplies the power associated with MEV and ball speed, training methods aimed at core stabilization and flexibility may benefit professional and high school pitchers in reducing the injury risk and improving pitching performance.

scholarly journals Systematic changes of the static upper body posture with a symmetric occlusion condition

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Maurer-Grubinger ◽  
I. Avaniadi ◽  
F. Adjami ◽  
W. Christian ◽  
C. Doerry ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sagittal Plane ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Body Posture ◽  
Upper Body ◽  
Dental Occlusion ◽  
Trunk Length ◽  
Compensation Mechanisms ◽  
Upper Body Posture ◽  
Gender Specific

Abstract Background Temporary occlusal changes and their influence on the upper body statics are still controversially discussed. Furthermore, concrete statements on whether age- or gender-specific differences in neurophysiological reactions exist are missing. Therefore, it is the aim of this study to evaluate the immediate effects of a symmetrical occlusion blocking on the upper body posture. These effects shall be investigated for both genders and for a larger age range. Methods In this study, 800 (407f/393 m) subjects volunteered aged from 21 to 60 years. Both genders were divided into four age groups according to decades. The three-dimensional upper body posture was measured by using the rasterstereography (ABW-Bodymapper). The habitual static posture was measured in two dental occlusion conditions (a) in rest position and (b) symmetrical blocking in the bicuspid region by cotton rolls. Results A significant reduction of the trunk length (0.72 mm; p <  0.001), an increase of the lumbar (0.30°; p <  0.001) and the thoracic bending angle (0.14°; p = 0.001), a reduction of the spinal forward decline (0.16°; p <  0.001) and a reduction of the scapular distance (0.36 mm; p = 0.001) was found. Gender-specific reactions can only be recorded in scapular distance, in that regard men reduce this distance while over all age groups women did not show a significant change. Discussion Slight gender- and age-independent reactions due to a symmetric occlusion blockade are shown: A gender independent reaction of the spinal related variables in the sagittal plane (thoracic and lumbar flexion angle, trunk length, spinal forward decline). In addition, a gender specific change of the shoulder blade distance could be observed, where men reduced the distance while female did not show a change. However, since these reactions are of a minimum amount, it can be concluded that neurophysiological compensation mechanisms work equally well regardless of age and sex, and the upper body posture of healthy people changes only very slightly due to a temporarily symmetrical altered bite position.

scholarly journals Standard reference values of the upper body posture in healthy middle-aged female adults in Germany

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniela Ohlendorf ◽  
Polyna Sosnov ◽  
Julia Keller ◽  
Eileen M. Wanke ◽  
Gerhard Oremek ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sagittal Plane ◽  
Standing Position ◽  
Repeated Measurements ◽  
Clinical Diagnostics ◽  
Body Posture ◽  
Upper Body ◽  
Back Surface ◽  
Left Shoulder ◽  
Upper Body Posture ◽  
Standard Values

AbstractIn order to classify and analyze the parameters of upper body posture, a baseline in form of standard values is demanded. To this date, standard values have only been published for healthy young women. Data for female adults between 51 and 60 years are lacking. 101 symptom-free female volunteers aged 51–60 (55.16 ± 2.89) years. The mean height of the volunteers was 1.66 ± 0.62 m, with a mean body weight of 69.3 ± 11.88 kg and an average BMI of 25.02 ± 4.55 kg/m2. By means of video raster stereography, a 3D-scan of the upper back surface was measured in a habitual standing position. The confidence interval, tolerance range and ICCs were calculated for all parameters. The habitual standing position is almost symmetrical in the frontal plane the most prominent deviation being a slightly more ventral position of the left shoulder blade in comparison to the right. The upper body (spine position) is inclined ventrally with a minor tilt to the left. In the sagittal plane, the kyphosis angle of the thoracic spine is greater than the lordosis angle of the lumbar spine. The pelvis is virtually evenly balanced with deviations from an ideal position falling under the measurement error margin of 1 mm/1°. There were also BMI influenced postural variations in the sagittal plane and shoulder distance. The ICCs are calculated from three repeated measurements and all parameters can be classified as "almost perfect". Deflections from an ideally symmetric spinal alignment in women aged 51–60 years are small-scaled, with a minimal frontal-left inclination and accentuated sigmoidal shape of the spine. Postural parameters presented in this survey allow for comparisons with other studies as well as the evaluation of clinical diagnostics and applications.

Comparison Considerations Toward Investigating the Factors of Load and Age Group on the Maximum Reach Envelope

2020 ◽  
pp. 001872082096501
Author(s):  
Heather Johnston ◽  
Colleen Dewis ◽  
John Kozey
Keyword(s):  
Coordinate System ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Spherical Coordinate System ◽  
Upper Body ◽  
Group Differences ◽  
Anthropometric Measures ◽  
Younger Adults ◽  
Present Measurement ◽  
Spherical Coordinate ◽  
Cylindrical Coordinate

Objective The objectives were to compare cylindrical and spherical coordinate representations of the maximum reach envelope (MRE) and apply these to a comparison of age and load on the MRE. Background The MRE is a useful measurement in the design of workstations and quantifying functional capability of the upper body. As a dynamic measure, there are human factors that impact the size, shape, and boundaries of the MRE. Method Three-dimensional reach measures were recorded using a computerized potentiometric system for anthropometric measures (CPSAM) on two adult groups (aged 18–25 years and 35–70 years). Reach trials were performed holding .0, .5, and 1 kg. Results Three-dimensional Cartesian coordinates were transformed into cylindrical ( r, θ , Z) and spherical ( r, θ, ϕ) coordinates. Median reach distance vectors were calculated for 54 panels within the MRE as created by incremented banding of the respective coordinate systems. Reach distance and reach area were compared between the two groups and the loaded conditions using a spherical coordinate system. Both younger adults and unloaded condition produced greater reach distances and reach areas. Conclusions Where a cylindrical coordinate system may reflect absolute reference for design, a normalized spherical coordinate system may better reflect functional range of motion and better compare individual and group differences. Age and load are both factors that impact the MRE. Application These findings present measurement considerations for use in human reach investigation and design.

Research on Generation Rules of Chest Width Point Curve Based on 3D Female Mannequin

2013 ◽  
Vol 796 ◽  
pp. 513-518
Author(s):  
Rong Jin ◽  
Bing Fei Gu ◽  
Guo Lian Liu
Keyword(s):  
Point Cloud ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Upper Body ◽  
Secondary Development ◽  
Linear Regression Method ◽  
Point Cloud Data ◽  
Body Type ◽  
Cloud Data ◽  
Engineering Software ◽  
The Individual

In this paper 110 female undergraduates in Soochow University are measured by using 3D non-contact measurement system and manual measurement. 3D point cloud data of human body is taken as research objects by using anti-engineering software, and secondary development of point cloud data is done on the basis of optimizing point cloud data. In accordance with the definition of the human chest width points and other feature points, and in the operability of the three-dimensional point cloud data, the width, thickness, and length dimensions of the curve through the chest width point are measured. Classification of body type is done by choosing the ratio values as classification index which is the ratio between thickness and width of the curve. The generation rules of the chest curve are determined for each type by using linear regression method. Human arm model could be established by the computer automatically. Thereby the individual model of the female upper body mannequin modeling can be improved effectively.

A System for Three-Dimensional Visualization of Human Jaw Motion in Speech

1997 ◽  
Vol 40 (5) ◽  
pp. 1118-1121 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thierry Guiard-Marigny ◽  
David J. Ostry
Keyword(s):  
Degrees Of Freedom ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Visual Display ◽  
Visual Speech ◽  
Skeletal Structure ◽  
Visualization System ◽  
Motion Data ◽  
Visual Speech Recognition ◽  
Visualization Software ◽  
Audio Track

With the development of precise three-dimensional motion measurement systems and powerful computers for three-dimensional graphical visualization, it is possible to record and fully reconstruct human jaw motion. In this paper, we describe a visualization system for displaying three-dimensional jaw movements in speech. The system is designed to take as input jaw motion data obtained from one or multi-dimensional recording systems. In the present application, kinematic records of jaw motion were recorded using an optoelectronic measurement system (Optotrak). The corresponding speech signal was recorded using an analog input channel. The three orientation angles and three positions that describe the motion of the jaw as a rigid skeletal structure were derived from the empirical measurements. These six kinematic variables, which in mechanical terms account fully for jaw motion kinematics, act as inputs that drive a real-time three-dimensional animation of a skeletal jaw and upper skull. The visualization software enables the user to view jaw motion from any orientation and to change the viewpoint during the course of an utterance. Selected portions of an utterance may be replayed and the speed of the visual display may be varied. The user may also display, along with the audio track, individual kinematic degrees of freedom or several degrees of freedom in combination. The system is presently being used as an educational tool and for research into audio-visual speech recognition. Interested researchers may obtain the software and source code free of charge from the authors.

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