Citation

Newman DJ. J. Hum. Perf. Extrem. Environ. 1997; 2(1): 106-108.

Affiliation

MA Inst Technol, Cambridge

Copyright

(Copyright © 1997, Society for Human Performance in Extreme Environments)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

12190059

Abstract

Researchers tested the biomechanics and energetic cost of locomotion in simulated partial gravity using an underwater treadmill/ballast system designed to allow the subject to mover his/her limbs through the water without noticeable translation or center of gravity alterations. Biomechanics force measurements from the embedded force platform in the underwater treadmill indicate a significant reduction in peak force for a decrease in loading level from full body weight to partial loading underwater.

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