Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
Volume 15, Issue 5 , Pages 507-515 , October 2005

Orthotic effect of a stabilising mechanism in the surface of gymnastic mats on foot motion during landings

Received 10 August 2004 ,Revised 30 November 2004 ,Accepted 15 December 2004.

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doi: 10.1016/j.jelekin.2004.12.002

Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
Volume 15, Issue 5 , Pages 507-515 , October 2005