Physical Activity and Human Performance
For detailed information on a scientific research laboratory in the research area of physical activity and human performance - click the specific laboratory titel or associated picture.
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| Analysis of Movement Laboratory |
Aim:
- To study and develop 3D quantitative motion analysis in biomechanics
- To perform detailed analysis of musculoskeletal function |
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Main Research Areas:
- Evaluation of the efficiency of prosthetic systems
- Evaluation of the outcome of rehabilitation programs
- Clinical gait analysis for diagnosis decision-making and evaluation of treatments
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Head of Laboratory:
- Michael Voigt/Mark de Zee
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| Ergonomics and Work-related Disorders Laboratory |
Aim:
- To the design and test systems and equipment aimed at prevention musculoskeletal disorders |
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Main Research Areas:
- Test of equipment/devices/work techniques
- Development of feedback systems for the prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders
- Evaluation of human performance in occupational settings
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Head of Laboratory:
- Pascal Madelaine
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| Motor Behavior and Performance Laboratory |
Aim:
- To add to the knowledge on motor behaviour and motor control
- To test and develop sports equipment and training interventions |
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Main Research Areas:
- Human rhythmic motor behaviour and control
- Strength training and sports performance
- The effects of sports equipment on human performance
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Head of Laboratory:
- Ernst Albin Hansen
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| Movement Dynamics and Sport Technology Lab. |
Aim:
- To study the factors involved in acute and overuse injuries
- To study the optimization of human movements |
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Main Research Areas:
- Ankle and knee injuries in sport
- Dynamic foot function and clinical implications
- mechanical assessment of sports technique and optimization of training strategies
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Head of Laboratory:
- Uwe Kersting
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| Musculoskeletal Modeling Laboratory |
Aim:
- To develop, validate and apply musculoskeletal models to basic research and clinical problems |
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Main Research Areas:
- Development, validation and improving of generic models and of methods for making subject-specific models
- Applications of models in combinations with experimental investigations
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Head of Laboratory:
- Mark de Zee
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| Sports Science Laboratory (Gigantium) |
Aim:
- To strengthen biomechanical research in close cooperation with athletes and equipment manufacturers |
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Main Research Areas:
- Monitoring of training and performance of athletes
- Testing of materials and equipment in regards to preventing injuries and enhancing performance
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Head of Laboratory:
- Uwe Kersting
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