What is the function of the tibialis posterior muscle and tendon during walking and how does it affect disorders of the foot

Funding Activity

Website
http://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1075000

Funding Status
Closed

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Funded Activity Summary

The tibialis posterior (TP) muscle is important for foot function and is often implicated in foot and ankle problems. We will investigate the function of TP during gait with specific reference to foot posture. In particular we will examine the mechanical function of the muscle and tendon in different foot postures and commonly used treatment modalities such as (footwear and foot orthoses).

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 01-01-2014

End Date: 01-01-2017

Funding Scheme: Postgraduate Scholarships

Funding Amount: $110,235.00

Funder: National Health and Medical Research Council

Research Topics

ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)

Podiatry

ANZSRC Socio-Economic Objective (SEO)

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Other Keywords

biomechanics | footwear | muscle injury | muscle mechanics | tendon injury

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