Study results published by Northwestern University, U.S., investigators

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Study 1: Data detailed in "Methodology for determining the sensitivity of swing leg toe clearance and leg length to swing leg joint angles during gait" have been presented. "During the swing phase of gait, the effective length of the leg-distance from the hip joint center to the toe-must be made shorter than the distance from the hip to the floor to avoid toe-stubbing or tripping while walking. Critical toe clearance occurs approximately...

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