Journal article
The Effects of Body Position on Trochanteric Soft Tissue Thickness-Implications for Predictions of Impact Force and Hip Fracture Risk During Lateral Falls.
Abstract
Trochanteric soft tissue thickness (TSTT) is a protective factor against fall-related hip fractures. This study's objectives were to determine: (1) the influence of body posture on TSTT and (2) the downstream effects of TSTT on biomechanical model predictions of fall-related impact force (Ffemur) and hip fracture factor of risk. Ultrasound was used to measure TSTT in 45 community-dwelling older adults in standing, supine, and side-lying …
Authors
Lafleur BR; Tondat AM; Pretty SP; Mourtzakis M; Laing AC
Journal
Journal of Applied Biomechanics, Vol. 37, No. 6, pp. 556–564
Publisher
Human Kinetics
Publication Date
December 1, 2021
DOI
10.1123/jab.2020-0156
ISSN
1065-8483