Intrinsic and extrinsic feedback generate similar propulsion but distinct biomechanical strategies during split-belt walking
While both feedback types generate similar propulsion to achieve different target levels during split-belt treadmill walking, they engaged distinct biomechanical strategies. Our results indicate that participants increased TLA and ankle moment under visual feedback. However, they increased hip moment and hip power under BRF, with ankle power adjustments depending on the target level. The findings highlight motor abundance in gait and suggest tailoring rehabilitation strategies in populations with impaired propulsion.
Authors
- Ya-Yu Liang
- A. Varghese (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0761-4545)
- Christopher P. Hurt (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8861-9876)
- William R Reed (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4580-485X)
- Jonathan D. Hill
- Chen Lin
- Hamad K. Bin Shuwayyi
Institutions
- Louisiana State University in Shreveport (US)
- University of Alabama at Birmingham (US)
- Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Hospital (SA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Human Neuroscience
- Published
- 2026-01-06
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fnhum.2025.1729051
- Primary Topic
- Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
- Administration for Community Living