Suitable Heel Height, a Potential Method for Musculoskeletal Problems during the Third Trimester: A Pilot Study.

Linjuan Wei Ming ZhangYinghu PengGuoxin ZhangQitao Tan Yaodong Gu Ming Zhang

Published in: Bioengineering (Basel, Switzerland) (2024)

The height of the heel significantly impacts muscle force, joint angles, joint torques, and joint contact force. A heel of 15 mm might be the most suitable heel height to potentially avoid or alleviate musculoskeletal problems during the third trimester.

Keyphrases

body mass index
mental health
single molecule
preterm birth
skeletal muscle
pregnancy outcomes
gestational age
physical activity
pregnant women
risk assessment
human health