Biomechanics of Human Gait - Slip and Fall Analysis

T. E. Lockhart

doi:10.1016/B978-0-12-382165-2.00151-3

Biomechanics of Human Gait - Slip and Fall Analysis

T. E. Lockhart

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Abstract

In this article, the biomechanics of human gait is presented to elaborate on the 'human' aspects of slip and fall accidents. This information will provide a better understanding of the relationship between the 'biomechanics of human gait' and 'slip and fall accidents' and may assist in formulating cogent expert opinions.

Original language	English (US)
Title of host publication	Encyclopedia of Forensic Sciences
Subtitle of host publication	Second Edition
Publisher	Elsevier Inc.
Pages	466-476
Number of pages	11
ISBN (Electronic)	9780123821652
ISBN (Print)	9780123821669
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-382165-2.00151-3
State	Published - Jan 1 2013
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Biomechanics
COF
Fall accidents
Falls
Gait
Gait characteristics
Human gait
Human locomotion
Locomotion
Required COF
Slip and fall accident
Slips
Slips and falls
Walking

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Social Sciences(all)

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