Abstract
OBJECTIVE
Carbon composite dynamic response ankle foot orthotics (CCDRAFOs) are lightweight ankle braces originally made to help pathologically involved legs walk more efficiently1. Since CCDRAFOs are traditionally not used on able-bodied individuals, there is limited information on the effects of CCDRAFOs on sprint performance of able-bodied athletes. However, the technology behind CCDRAFOs effectiveness has been suggested to have ergogenic aid properties2-5. This study’s purpose was to evaluate the effects of CCDRAFOs on collegiate athletes’ lower extremity biomechanics, specifically ankle and knee joint angles.
Recommended Citation
Starns, Elizabeth A. and Tucker, Paige
(2024)
"The Effect of Ankle Foot Orthotics on Collegiate Athletes’ Sprint Biomechanics,"
Journal of Sports Medicine and Allied Health Sciences: Official Journal of the Ohio Athletic Trainers Association: Vol. 10:
Iss.
1, Article 3.
Available at:
https://scholarworks.bgsu.edu/jsmahs/vol10/iss1/3
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