Since my first ISPGR World Conference in Fort Lauderdale in 2017, I have seen many studies on functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS). Whilst its use is still controversial, research has demonstrated that fNIRS assessments...
Read MoreBy Kaylena Ehgoetz Martens Freezing of gait is characterised by a sudden inability to initiate or continue walking which significantly impacts quality of life in people living with Parkinson’s disease. Since dopaminergic...
Read MoreBy Phuong Lisa Ha & Mathew Debenham, Standing balance is important for tasks of daily living, and involves the complex integration of sensorimotor signals within the central nervous system. With aging, standing balance...
Read MoreBy Steven Phu Slips and trips are the most common causes of falls in ambulant older people, with the rapid activation and coordination of muscles being essential to recover balance following such postural disturbances. For falls...
Read MoreBy Duangporn Suriyaamarit and Sujitra Boonyong Sit-to-stand movements, where an individual rises from a chair to a standing position, are common daily functional actions. Previous research has demonstrated that the design and...
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