Journal of Applied Biomechanics
Overview
The Journal of Applied Biomechanics is a peer-reviewed publication that focuses on the application of biomechanics principles to enhance human performance and prevent injuries. It covers a wide range of topics including sports biomechanics, clinical biomechanics, ergonomics, and rehabilitation. The journal provides a platform for researchers, practitioners, and professionals to share their innovative research and practical applications in the field of biomechanics.
Details
Details
Abbr.
J Appl Biomech
Start
1993
End
Continuing
Frequency
Six no. a year, 2012-
p-ISSN
1065-8483
e-ISSN
1543-2688
Country
United States
Language
English
Specialties
Physiology
Biomedical Engineering
Orthopedics
Biomedical Engineering
Orthopedics
Metrics
Metrics
h-index / Ranks: 5213
69
SJR / Ranks: 9977
427
CiteScore / Ranks: 10462
2.10
Recent Articles
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Wang T, Kim Y, Zhao Z, Li B, Kim S
J Appl Biomech
. 2025 Mar;
:1-8.
PMID: 40088900
The primary objective of the study was to evaluate the risk of lower-extremity injury during landing, after catching a basketball in the air for a rebound or a steal. A...
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Fallahtafti F, Samson K, Salamifar S, Johanning J, Pipinos I, Myers S
J Appl Biomech
. 2025 Mar;
:1-7.
PMID: 40043720
Patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD) often experience leg muscle damage, leading to noticeable walking difficulties. Using ankle foot orthosis (AFO) may enhance gait by supporting weak muscles. This study...
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Mendonca G, Carvalho J, Matos J, Santos P, Schoenfeld B, Pezarat-Correia P
J Appl Biomech
. 2025 Feb;
:1-8.
PMID: 40010362
When carrying out a motor task, the direction of the performer's attentional focus can affect mechanical output and muscle activation. Cortical excitability increases with the observation of motor skills. However,...
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Atkins L, Yang H, Chiddarwar V, James C
J Appl Biomech
. 2025 Feb;
:1-7.
PMID: 39993389
It is unknown if forward trunk lean during single-limb landing influences the Achilles tendon force (ATF). This study examined the effect of forward trunk lean during single-limb landing on the...
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Scheltinga B, Buurke J, Kok J, Reenalda J
J Appl Biomech
. 2025 Feb;
:1-12.
PMID: 39978349
To increase understanding in development of running injuries, the biomechanical load over time should be studied. Ground reaction force (GRF) is an important parameter for biomechanical analyses and is typically...
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Hebert-Losier K, Fernandez M, Athens J, Kubo M, ONeill S
J Appl Biomech
. 2025 Feb;
:1-10.
PMID: 39970923
The calf raise test (CRT) is commonly used to assess triceps surae muscle-tendon unit function. Often, a metronome set to 60 beats/min (30 repetitions/min) is used to set the cadence...
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How Does Push-Off Distance Influence Force-Velocity Profile and Performance During Vertical Jumping?
Pommerell F, Boyas S, Samozino P, Morel B, Begue J, Rahmani A, et al.
J Appl Biomech
. 2025 Feb;
:1-6.
PMID: 39952252
In many sports, practitioners must reach their maximal jump height (hmax) under time constraints. This requires a reduction of the countermovement depth and so of the push-off distance (hPO). The...
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Stafford N, Gonzalez E, Ferris D
J Appl Biomech
. 2025 Jan;
1-10.
PMID: 39805271
The metabolic cost of walking for individuals with transtibial amputation is generally greater compared with able-bodied individuals. One aim of powered prostheses is to reduce metabolic deficits by replicating biological...