Preliminary study: the effect of biomechanical foot orthotics in bilateral pedalling asymmetry in three cyclists affected by an anatomic asymmetry
Journal Title: Journal of Science and Cycling - Year 2016, Vol 5, Issue 2
Abstract
The optimization of the cyclist's position aims to increase performance and may prevent injuries. To find the optimum posture, taking into account anthropometry of the cyclist is essential [1] because an anatomic asymmetry (short leg) could alter the cyclist's balance causing a decrease of power output for one of the two lower limbs. Bilateral pedalling asymmetry may amplify the risk of premature fatigue and injuries [2]. Biomechanical foot orthotics (FO) are used to reduce injuries [3] and to increase performance [4] improving left/right balance between the two legs. The aim of this study was to analyse the effect of the installation of a new FO (just after the laying) on a bilateral pedalling asymmetry in cyclist affected by an anatomic asymmetry (short leg).
Authors and Affiliations
Millour G. | Laboratoire M2S, université Rennes 2 - ENS Rennes, Rennes, France., Retali M. | Podiatry, Altkirch, France., Brunet E. | French Cycling Federation, Saint Quentin en Yvelines, France., Nicolas G. | Laboratoire M2S, université Rennes 2 - ENS Rennes, Rennes, France., Grappe F. | EA4660, C3S Département Santé - Sport, UPFR des Sport, Besançon, France, Bouillod A. | French Cycling Federation, Saint Quentin en Yvelines, France.EA4660, C3S Département Santé - Sport, UPFR des Sport, Besançon, France, Bideau N. | Laboratoire M2S, université Rennes 2 - ENS Rennes, Rennes, France.
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