AIM: To investigate the effectiveness of head compensatory postures to ensure safe oropharyngeal transit. METHODS: A total of 321 dysphagia patients were enrolled and assessed with videofluoromanometry (VFM). The dysp...AIM: To investigate the effectiveness of head compensatory postures to ensure safe oropharyngeal transit. METHODS: A total of 321 dysphagia patients were enrolled and assessed with videofluoromanometry (VFM). The dysphagia patients were classified as follows: safe transit; penetration without aspiration; aspiration before, during or after swallowing; multiple aspirations and no transit. The patients with aspiration or no transit were tested with VFM to determine whether compensatory postures could correct their swallowing disorder. RESULTS: VFM revealed penetration without aspiration in 71 patients (22.1%); aspiration before swallowing in 17 patients (5.3%); aspiration during swallowing in 32 patients (10%); aspiration after swallowing in 21 patients (6.5%); multiple aspirations in six patients (1.9%); no transit in five patients (1.6%); and safe transit in 169 patients (52.6%). Compensatory postures guaranteed a safe transit in 66/75 (88%) patients with aspiration or no transit. A chin-down posture achieved a safe swallow in 42/75 (56%) patients, a head-turned posture in 19/75 (25.3%) and a hyperextended head posture in 5/75 (6.7%). The compensatory postures were not effective in 9/75 (12%) cases. CONCLUSION: VFM allows the speech-language therapist to choose the most effective compensatory posture without a trial-and-error process and check the effectiveness of the posture.展开更多
We present a novel methodology and strategy to predict pressures and flow rates in the global cardiovascular network in different postures varying from supine to upright. A closed-loop, multiscale mathematical model o...We present a novel methodology and strategy to predict pressures and flow rates in the global cardiovascular network in different postures varying from supine to upright. A closed-loop, multiscale mathematical model of the entire cardiovascular system (CVS) is developed through an integration of one-dimensional (1D) modeling of the large systemic arteries and veins, and zero-dimensional (0D) lumped-parameter modeling of the heart, the cardiac-pulmonary circulation, the cardiac and venous valves, as well as the microcirculation. A versatile junction model is proposed and incorporated into the 1D model to cope with splitting and/or merging flows across a multibranched junction, which is validated to be capable of estimating both subcritical and supercritical flows while ensuring the mass conservation and total pressure continuity. To model gravitational effects on global hemodynamics during postural change, a robust venous valve model is further established for the 1D venous flows and distributed throughout the entire venous network with consideration of its anatomically realistic numbers and locations. The present integrated model is proven to enable reasonable prediction of pressure and flow rate waveforms associated with cardiopulmonary circulation, systemic circulation in arteries and veins, as well as microcirculation within normal physiological ranges, particularly in mean venous pressures, which well match the in vivo measurements. Applications of the cardiovascular model at different postures demonstrate that gravity exerts remarkable influence on arterial and venous pressures, venous returns and cardiac outputs whereas venous pressures below the heart level show a specific correlation between central venous and hydrostatic pressures in right atrium and veins.展开更多
Neck injury is a severe problem in traffic accidents.While most studies are focused on the neck injury in rear and front impacts,few are conducted in side impact.This study focuses on the difference of neck injury und...Neck injury is a severe problem in traffic accidents.While most studies are focused on the neck injury in rear and front impacts,few are conducted in side impact.This study focuses on the difference of neck injury under different postures and the difference of 7 cervical vertebras under the same posture using the method of prescribed structure motion(PSM).The analytical results show that the maximum changes of mean force and mean moment of 7 cervical vertebras under 8 different postures are 20% and 47% respectively.The variation of each cervical vertebra is different under different neck postures.Up cervical vertebras (C1-C4) and low cervical vertebras (C5-C7) suffer different forces and moments under the same neck posture.Generally speaking,No.6 (neck right leaning 40°) is the posture with lowest neck injury risk.展开更多
A proper landing posture is significant to the reduction of both the im-pact force acting on the human body and the injury at landing.In this paper theimpact force acting on human feet is studied.The subjects were 3 m...A proper landing posture is significant to the reduction of both the im-pact force acting on the human body and the injury at landing.In this paper theimpact force acting on human feet is studied.The subjects were 3 maleparachuters.The experiments were performed by means of high-speed photography and amotor analyzer.The experimental results are as follows:(1)When the subjectjumped from two platforms 1.0m and 1.5m in height,a vertical impact force onthe feet in half-squat posture was larger than in side spin posture.(2)When thesubject jumped from the platform 1.0m high,the feet gained a horizontal impactforce in the half-squat posture,larger than in the side spin posture.When thesubject jumped from the platform 1.5m high,the horizontal impact force pro-duced by both of the above-mentioned postures were just the same,which needsfurther research.(3)In terms of reducing the impact force acting on the feet,theside spin posture is better than the half-squat posture.展开更多
At a different angle, this study analyzed the contour chart of blood flow pressure, extreme pressure and its position to quantify DBFP in thirteen different postures with gravity considered or not (G ≠ 0 or G = 0). T...At a different angle, this study analyzed the contour chart of blood flow pressure, extreme pressure and its position to quantify DBFP in thirteen different postures with gravity considered or not (G ≠ 0 or G = 0). The aim was to determine the suitable body positions, in which the postural model of a single vessel could be simplified to two-dimensional (2D) symmetrical one while only considering such factors as posture and gravity. Computational fluid dynamic simulations were performed. Numerical results demonstrated that the DBFP showed 2D axisymmetry at ±90° and three-dimensional (3D) asymmetry at any other posture with G ≠ 0, and 2D axisymmetrical one at any posture with G = 0. Therefore, modeling a vessel as a 2D model is feasible in space and at ±90° posture on earth. In addition, the maximum pressure occurred between the inlet and the middle of the vessel, and its position variation mainly happened in the range of 0° - 15°. For a single vessel, this study provides the first theoretical evidence for cardiovascular modeling in microgravity and may help guide the researchers in designing defense devices for astronauts or patients clinically.展开更多
Clothing plays a crucial role in determining human thermal comfort.However,most existing models of clothing thermal resistance primarily focus on predicting the overall and local thermal resistance in a standing postu...Clothing plays a crucial role in determining human thermal comfort.However,most existing models of clothing thermal resistance primarily focus on predicting the overall and local thermal resistance in a standing posture.A few models can predict the overall thermal resistance in a sitting posture,but they do not account for local thermal resistance.Therefore,in this study,a mathematical model to predict the overall and local thermal resistance of clothing under various body postures is presented.The geometric models of the human body and clothing were constructed using three-dimensional virtual simulation technology to determine the geometric parameters.The predicted overall and local thermal resistances of 19 ensembles in different postures were compared with experimental data from previous studies.The ensembles validated in this study included single-layer and double-layer clothing for daily wear.The results demonstrated that the predicted values agreed well with the experimental data.The errors of predicted overall and most local thermal resistance were within 15%and 20%,respectively.Furthermore,the model exhibited higher accuracy and resolution compared to previous models.Finally,the effect of posture on clothing thermal resistance was analyzed,providing reliable guidance for the design of clothing thermal performance.This study has significant implications for clothing design and thermal comfort prediction,contributing to improving human thermal comfort.展开更多
Primates exhibit thermal behaviors(use of postures in tree stratum)that help regulate body temperature in response to environmental conditions,reducing the energetic and water costs of thermoregulation.This study exam...Primates exhibit thermal behaviors(use of postures in tree stratum)that help regulate body temperature in response to environmental conditions,reducing the energetic and water costs of thermoregulation.This study examined the relationship between ambient temperature and thermal behavioral strategies during resting periods in mantled howler monkeys(Alouatta palliata)across 3 sites in Veracruz,Mexico:Agaltepec(AGA;28.4±4.7℃),Mirador Pilapa(MP;28.8±2.1℃),and Zapoapan(ZAP;28.9±2.5℃).We used focal-animal sampling,randomly selecting individuals and recording the time invested in each posture and the tree stratum in which they rested,and the ambient temperature.All statistical analyses were performed independently between sites.The results indicate that,across the 3 study sites,a consistent pattern of posture adopted within specific tree strata was observed,despite differences in altitude,vegetation,and ambient temperature.We found a strong positive correlation between lower temperatures and the time recorded in the semi-fetal posture in the high strata(Rc>0.7547),and between higher temperatures and the time recorded in the extended posture in the low strata(Rc>0.6803).These results suggest howler monkeys combine posture and vertical positioning to optimize thermoregulation.However,as temperatures rise,the preference for extended postures in lower strata—where temperatures may be cooler—leads to longer rest periods.This behavioral shift could reduce feeding and hydration,potentially increasing the risk of dehydration or heat stress under future climate conditions.展开更多
Posture recognition technology plays a crucial role in health monitoring,motion analysis,and other related fields.However,traditional recognition devices are limited by a lack of comfort,stability,and environmental ad...Posture recognition technology plays a crucial role in health monitoring,motion analysis,and other related fields.However,traditional recognition devices are limited by a lack of comfort,stability,and environmental adaptability,which significantly restrict their performance and range of applications.In response,this study proposes a self-powered,strain-driven,intelligent posture recognition method based on a thermoelectric hydrogel.This approach enables high-precision posture recognition through simultaneous acquisition of dynamic strain signals from multiple joints.The proposed poly(vinyl alcohol)(PVA)/starch bi-network hydrogel,synthesized in a binary H2O/glycerol solvent system,exhibited outstanding flexibility and tensile strength,allowing it to conform closely to joint movements and ensure wearing comfort.Simultaneously,the hydrogel generated stable electrical signals via the redox reaction of[Fe(CN)6]3-/4-,supporting continuous monitoring and data collection.Moreover,its self-powered nature allows effective joint strain signal acquisition,even in open environments.Using a machine learning algorithm that incorporates signal processing and analysis,the proposed method achieved a posture recognition accuracy of 96.82%.This study presents a novel technological route for posture recognition in wearable devices,demonstrating its strong application potential in real-time feedback for sports rehabilitation and performance analysis of athletes.展开更多
Although significant advances in the design of soft robotic hands have been made to mimic the structure of the human hands,there are great challenges to control them for coordinated and human-like postures.Based on th...Although significant advances in the design of soft robotic hands have been made to mimic the structure of the human hands,there are great challenges to control them for coordinated and human-like postures.Based on the principle of postural synergies in the human hand,we present a synergistic approach for coordinated control of a soft robotic hand to replicate the human-like grasp postures.To this end,we firstly develop a kinematic model to describe the control variables and the various postures of the soft robotic hand.Based on the postural synergies,we use the developed model and Principal Component Analysis(PCA)method to describe the various postures of the soft robotic hand in a low-dimensional space formed by the synergies of actuator motions.Therefore,the coordinates of these synergies can be used as low-dimensional control inputs for the soft robotic hand with a higher-dimensional postural space.Finally,we establish an experimental platform on a customized soft robotic hand with6 pneumatical actuators to verify the effectiveness of the development.Experimental results demonstrate that with only a 2-dimensional control input,the soft robotic hand can reliably replicate 30 grasp postures in the Feix taxonomy of the human hand.展开更多
With the advancement of human-centric smart manufacturing toward Industry 5.0,the assessment and miti-gation of work-related musculoskeletal disorder(WMsD)risks have become a critical issue in industrial work-places.A...With the advancement of human-centric smart manufacturing toward Industry 5.0,the assessment and miti-gation of work-related musculoskeletal disorder(WMsD)risks have become a critical issue in industrial work-places.Although real-time posture feedback based on wearable devices has been increasingly adopted for er-gonomic intervention,existing approaches mainly rely on reactive feedback and seldom consider the real-time optimization of continuous poor-posture sequences that trigger interventions.This study proposes a Human Digital Twin(HDT)-driven real-time posture feedback framework and develops a corresponding multimodal feedback system integrating visual,auditory,and haptic channels.The system continuously monitors workers'postures using wearable sensing,evaluates postural risk levels in real time,and delivers personalized feedback to guide posture correction.Experimental validation demonstrates that the proposed system provides timely and effective ergonomic interventions,leading to a significant reduction in postural risk compared with conventional offline guidance methods.Furthermore,to address the limitation of reactive feedback strategies,a spatio-tem-poral Transformer-based human motion prediction algorithm(S2Transformer)is introduced to anticipate future postural evolution.The proposed algorithm predicts both skeletal joint positions and postural risk scores over short-term horizons,enabling proactive feedback generation before high-risk postures fully develop.Comparative experiments show that the proposed method achieves superior prediction accuracy compared with baseline models.This research establishes an HDT-driven proactive posture feedback paradigm by integrating multimodal real-time feedback with predictive human motion modeling,providing an effective solution for reducing WMSD risks in human-centric manufacturing environments.展开更多
The high-quality assembly of Large Aircraft Components(LACs)is essential in modern aviation manufacturing.Numerical control locators are employed for the posture adjustment of LAC,yet the system's multi-input mult...The high-quality assembly of Large Aircraft Components(LACs)is essential in modern aviation manufacturing.Numerical control locators are employed for the posture adjustment of LAC,yet the system's multi-input multi-output,nonlinearity,and strong coupling presents significant challenges.The substantial internal force generated during the adjustment process can potentially damage the LAC and degrade the assembly quality.Hence,a workspace-based hybrid force position control scheme was developed to achieve high quality assembly with high-precision and lower internal force.Firstly,an offline workspace analysis with inherent geometric characteristics to form time-varying posture error constraint.Then,the posture error is integrated into the online position axis control to ensure tracking the ideal posture,while the force control axis compensates for posture deviation by minimizing internal force,thereby achieving high precision and low internal force.Finally,the effectiveness was demonstrated through experiments.The root mean square errors of orientation and position are 104 rad and 0.1 mm,respectively.A reduction in internal force can range from 10.96%to 57.4%compared to the traditional method.Key points'max position error is decreased from 0.32 mm to 0.18 mm,satisfying the 0.5 mm tolerance.Therefore,the proposed method will help promote the development of high-performance manufacturing.展开更多
Although much research has been devoted to gait analysis while walking or running,a surprising gap in knowledge is its relationship with upper body function,particularly core stability.The methods used to train and as...Although much research has been devoted to gait analysis while walking or running,a surprising gap in knowledge is its relationship with upper body function,particularly core stability.The methods used to train and assess athletic locomotion are mainly focused on the lower limbs,while the upper body is often overlooked.Yet,proper body alignment from feet to head is essential for applying maximum force to the ground,thereby moving faster and more efficiently.It is believed that the core,which connects the upper and lower body,should be strong.The training of many athletes is therefore aimed at developing core muscle strength.However,for most of them,rigid core musculature associated with reduced spinal mobility may not be beneficial.Instead,core strength should be developed to the extent that allows race walkers and runners to optimize their performance.Accordingly,methods reflecting the functional nature of core strength,along with measures of postural alignment and lateral lumbopelvic stability,should be used to assess training effectiveness.To this end,a comprehensive head-to-toe approach to the assessment of athletic locomotion is recommended.Special emphasis should be placed on the role of postural and core stability in walking and running gait.展开更多
Purpose:Toe grip strength is used to evaluate toe muscle strength associated with dynamic and static balance ability.Although maximum voluntary contraction(MVC)has been widely measured as an outcome of toe grip streng...Purpose:Toe grip strength is used to evaluate toe muscle strength associated with dynamic and static balance ability.Although maximum voluntary contraction(MVC)has been widely measured as an outcome of toe grip strength,recent recommendations evaluate not only MVC but also the rate of force development(RFD),an index of instantaneous muscle strength exertion.The RFD,which measures the gradient of muscle strength change at regular time intervals following muscle exertion,is crucial for responding to the unexpected centre of pressure sway.In this study,we aimed to examine the relationship between balance ability and the RFD of toe grip strength.Methods:A total of 23 healthy young men and 24 healthy young women(mean age,20.5 years)participants were recruited.Their balance was measured by dividing the total trajectory length(mm)by the rectangular area(mm2)of the centre of pressure while standing on one leg for 40 s.Toe flexor strength,MCV,and RFD were measured using a toe grip dynamometer and normalised to body mass.Results:A significant negative correlation was observed between the RFD of toe grip strength and the rectangular area of the centre of pressure in the male group(-0.57 at RFD50,p<0.005).In the female group,no association was noted between the RFD and centre of pressure parameters(-0.18 at RFD50,p?0.411).Conclusion:The RFD of the toe flexor strength may play a significant role in maintaining postural stability during one-leg standing in healthy young men.展开更多
The network video training mode of five step fist has become the mainstream training mode at present,because it is not limited by time and region.However,there are also some problems,such as irregular movements of pra...The network video training mode of five step fist has become the mainstream training mode at present,because it is not limited by time and region.However,there are also some problems,such as irregular movements of practitioners,due to the influence of subjective human eyes,which will damage their health.Therefore,this paper proposes a pose recognition and correction method of the five step fist based on OpenPose.By identifying the standard movements and the movements of the practitioners,the key points are extracted,the deviation and similarity between the practitioners and the standards are calculated,and the corresponding correct and effective correction suggestions are given.These works can provide strong technical support for the training and cultural dissemination of the five step fist.展开更多
Dentistry is a profession with a high prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders(WMSDs),with symptoms often appearing very early in one’s career[1].WMSDs are conditions affecting the muscles,bones,and nervo...Dentistry is a profession with a high prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders(WMSDs),with symptoms often appearing very early in one’s career[1].WMSDs are conditions affecting the muscles,bones,and nervous system due to occupational factors.In 2002,the International Labor Organization included musculoskeletal diseases in the International List of Occupational Diseases.China’s recently updated Classification and Catalog of Occupational Diseases has introduced two new categories of occupational illnesses,including occupational musculoskeletal disorders.WMSDs significantly impact the health and work of dentists,reducing their quality of life and causing economic losses.These disorders are multifactorial in nature,influenced by personal,psychosocial,biomechanical,and environmental factors.Dentists frequently maintain static or awkward postures during procedures,which leads to musculoskeletal strain and discomfort;additionally,long working hours contribute to psychological stress,further increasing the risk of WMSDs[2].展开更多
Yoga is widely considered as a method to improve psychological and physiological status of humans.A review is done about the benefits of yoga from the literature in modern medicine.The common benefits are in physical ...Yoga is widely considered as a method to improve psychological and physiological status of humans.A review is done about the benefits of yoga from the literature in modern medicine.The common benefits are in physical fitness,mental state,attention,processing speed,memory,cognitive functions and executive functions.Studies have demonstrated the benefits of yoga in metabolic syndrome with reduction of blood sugar,cholesterol,and hypertension.Yoga reduces the age-related deterioration in cardiovascular functions,improves cardiac performance,and makes pulmonary function better.The physiologic mechanisms of yoga are reduction of stress and inflammation,increased gray matter volume,improved neural network flexibility,and reorganization of attentional network.Several studies showed that yogic practices down-regulate the hypothalamopituitary adrenal axis and the sympathetic nervous system.Recent clinical in vivo experiments suggests that yoga enhances inhibitory mediator gamma-aminobutyric acid and enhances peripheral oxytocin levels.Serotonin and melatonin levels are also increased.展开更多
Objective: To analyze the effect of pain nursing combined with exercise and posture intervention on improving Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) scores in patients after kidney stone surgery. Methods: A sample of 80 patients...Objective: To analyze the effect of pain nursing combined with exercise and posture intervention on improving Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) scores in patients after kidney stone surgery. Methods: A sample of 80 patients who underwent kidney stone surgery from October 2024 to October 2025 was randomly divided into groups using a random number table. Group A received pain nursing combined with exercise and posture intervention, while Group B received conventional nursing. Postoperative recovery time, VAS scores, and postoperative complications were compared between the two groups. Results: The postoperative recovery time in Group A was shorter than that in Group B, with p < 0.05. The VAS scores at 12 hours, 24 hours, and 72 hours postoperatively in Group A were all lower than those in Group B, with p < 0.05. The postoperative complication rate in Group A was lower than that in Group B, with p < 0.05. Conclusion: Pain nursing combined with exercise and posture intervention in postoperative nursing for kidney stone patients can shorten postoperative recovery time and alleviate pain scores.展开更多
Traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)traditional exercises serve as an important carrier of the TCM“preventive treatment of disease”system and integrated physical and medical health services.They possess unique advantag...Traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)traditional exercises serve as an important carrier of the TCM“preventive treatment of disease”system and integrated physical and medical health services.They possess unique advantages in adolescent physical fitness improvement,sub-health regulation,chronic disease prevention and control,as well as rehabilitation medicine.For a long time,traditional Chinese medicine exercises have been plagued by problems such as difficulty in quantifying movement specifications,teaching relying on oral instruction and personal demonstration,lack of real-time feedback in the intervention process,and insufficient personalization,which restrict their modernization,large-scale and standardized popularization,and application.Represented by OpenPose,AI posture recognition technology features non-contact performance,real-time capability,high precision,and low cost,providing key technical support for the digital transformation of traditional Chinese medicine exercises.This paper systematically sorts out the research context and cutting-edge achievements of AI posture recognition in the field of traditional Chinese medicine exercise intervention,summarizes the technical integration paths and application modes,analyzes practical effects,and explores the core bottlenecks,including the transformation of TCM tacit knowledge,algorithm robustness,construction of standard systems,and long-term exercise adherence.It also prospects the future development trend of the integration of AI and traditional Chinese medicine exercises,aiming to provide a theoretical reference and academic basis for subsequent research,technology implementation,and achievement promotion in this field.展开更多
Objective:To observe the therapeutic efficacy of sinew-bone balancing manipulation plus exercise therapy in treating postures of primary school students with upper crossed syndrome(UCS).Methods:Sixty pupils with UCS w...Objective:To observe the therapeutic efficacy of sinew-bone balancing manipulation plus exercise therapy in treating postures of primary school students with upper crossed syndrome(UCS).Methods:Sixty pupils with UCS were divided into an exercise group and a combination group using the random number table method,with 30 cases in each group.The combination group received treatments of sinew-bone balancing manipulation plus exercise therapy,while the exercise group received exercise therapy alone.The two groups received interventions once every other day,for a total of 1 month.The sagittal static posture assessment total score,forward head angle(FHA)and forward shoulder angle(FSA)were compared before and after treatment;the sagittal static assessment total score,FHA and FSA were compared between the exercise group and the combination group.Results:Before treatment,there were no significant differences comparing the sagittal static posture assessment total score,FHA and FSA between the two groups(all P>0.05);after treatment,the sagittal static posture assessment total score,FHA and FSA decreased in the two groups,with intra-group statistical significance(all P<0.01),and were lower in the combination group than in the exercise group,with inter-group statistical significance(all P<0.01).Conclusion:Sinew-bone balancing manipulation plus exercise therapy can notably improve the FHA and FSA and reduce the sagittal static posture total score in pupils with UCS,so as to correct the bad postures and adjust UCS physique.It can produce more significant efficacy compared with exercise therapy alone.展开更多
To overcome the deficiencies of single-modal emotion recognition based on facial expression or bodily posture in natural scenes,a spatial guidance and temporal enhancement(SG-TE)network is proposed for facial-bodily e...To overcome the deficiencies of single-modal emotion recognition based on facial expression or bodily posture in natural scenes,a spatial guidance and temporal enhancement(SG-TE)network is proposed for facial-bodily emotion recognition.First,ResNet50,DNN and spatial ransformer models are used to capture facial texture vectors,bodily skeleton vectors and wholebody geometric vectors,and an intraframe correlation attention guidance(S-CAG)mechanism,which guides the facial texture vector and the bodily skeleton vector by the whole-body geometric vector,is designed to exploit the spatial potential emotional correlation between face and posture.Second,an interframe significant segment enhancement(T-SSE)structure is embedded into a temporal transformer to enhance high emotional intensity frame information and avoid emotional asynchrony.Finally,an adaptive weight assignment(M-AWA)strategy is constructed to realise facial-bodily fusion.The experimental results on the BabyRobot Emotion Dataset(BRED)and Context-Aware Emotion Recognition(CAER)dataset indicate that the proposed network reaches accuracies of 81.61%and 89.39%,which are 9.61%and 9.46%higher than those of the baseline network,respectively.Compared with the state-of-the-art methods,the proposed method achieves 7.73%and 20.57%higher accuracy than single-modal methods based on facial expression or bodily posture,respectively,and 2.16%higher accuracy than the dual-modal methods based on facial-bodily fusion.Therefore,the proposed method,which adaptively fuses the complementary information of face and posture,improves the quality of emotion recognition in real-world scenarios.展开更多
摘要AIM: To investigate the effectiveness of head compensatory postures to ensure safe oropharyngeal transit. METHODS: A total of 321 dysphagia patients were enrolled and assessed with videofluoromanometry (VFM). The dysphagia patients were classified as follows: safe transit; penetration without aspiration; aspiration before, during or after swallowing; multiple aspirations and no transit. The patients with aspiration or no transit were tested with VFM to determine whether compensatory postures could correct their swallowing disorder. RESULTS: VFM revealed penetration without aspiration in 71 patients (22.1%); aspiration before swallowing in 17 patients (5.3%); aspiration during swallowing in 32 patients (10%); aspiration after swallowing in 21 patients (6.5%); multiple aspirations in six patients (1.9%); no transit in five patients (1.6%); and safe transit in 169 patients (52.6%). Compensatory postures guaranteed a safe transit in 66/75 (88%) patients with aspiration or no transit. A chin-down posture achieved a safe swallow in 42/75 (56%) patients, a head-turned posture in 19/75 (25.3%) and a hyperextended head posture in 5/75 (6.7%). The compensatory postures were not effective in 9/75 (12%) cases. CONCLUSION: VFM allows the speech-language therapist to choose the most effective compensatory posture without a trial-and-error process and check the effectiveness of the posture.
基金supported by a Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (Grant 17300141)Japan Society for the Promotion of Science and Research and Development of the Next Generation Integrated Simulation of Living Matter, JST,a part of the Development and Use of the Next Generation Supercomputer Project of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japanthe RIKEN Junior Research Associate Program
摘要We present a novel methodology and strategy to predict pressures and flow rates in the global cardiovascular network in different postures varying from supine to upright. A closed-loop, multiscale mathematical model of the entire cardiovascular system (CVS) is developed through an integration of one-dimensional (1D) modeling of the large systemic arteries and veins, and zero-dimensional (0D) lumped-parameter modeling of the heart, the cardiac-pulmonary circulation, the cardiac and venous valves, as well as the microcirculation. A versatile junction model is proposed and incorporated into the 1D model to cope with splitting and/or merging flows across a multibranched junction, which is validated to be capable of estimating both subcritical and supercritical flows while ensuring the mass conservation and total pressure continuity. To model gravitational effects on global hemodynamics during postural change, a robust venous valve model is further established for the 1D venous flows and distributed throughout the entire venous network with consideration of its anatomically realistic numbers and locations. The present integrated model is proven to enable reasonable prediction of pressure and flow rate waveforms associated with cardiopulmonary circulation, systemic circulation in arteries and veins, as well as microcirculation within normal physiological ranges, particularly in mean venous pressures, which well match the in vivo measurements. Applications of the cardiovascular model at different postures demonstrate that gravity exerts remarkable influence on arterial and venous pressures, venous returns and cardiac outputs whereas venous pressures below the heart level show a specific correlation between central venous and hydrostatic pressures in right atrium and veins.
基金Sponsored by the National High Technology Research and Development Program of China("863"Program) (2006AA110102)
摘要Neck injury is a severe problem in traffic accidents.While most studies are focused on the neck injury in rear and front impacts,few are conducted in side impact.This study focuses on the difference of neck injury under different postures and the difference of 7 cervical vertebras under the same posture using the method of prescribed structure motion(PSM).The analytical results show that the maximum changes of mean force and mean moment of 7 cervical vertebras under 8 different postures are 20% and 47% respectively.The variation of each cervical vertebra is different under different neck postures.Up cervical vertebras (C1-C4) and low cervical vertebras (C5-C7) suffer different forces and moments under the same neck posture.Generally speaking,No.6 (neck right leaning 40°) is the posture with lowest neck injury risk.
摘要A proper landing posture is significant to the reduction of both the im-pact force acting on the human body and the injury at landing.In this paper theimpact force acting on human feet is studied.The subjects were 3 maleparachuters.The experiments were performed by means of high-speed photography and amotor analyzer.The experimental results are as follows:(1)When the subjectjumped from two platforms 1.0m and 1.5m in height,a vertical impact force onthe feet in half-squat posture was larger than in side spin posture.(2)When thesubject jumped from the platform 1.0m high,the feet gained a horizontal impactforce in the half-squat posture,larger than in the side spin posture.When thesubject jumped from the platform 1.5m high,the horizontal impact force pro-duced by both of the above-mentioned postures were just the same,which needsfurther research.(3)In terms of reducing the impact force acting on the feet,theside spin posture is better than the half-squat posture.
摘要At a different angle, this study analyzed the contour chart of blood flow pressure, extreme pressure and its position to quantify DBFP in thirteen different postures with gravity considered or not (G ≠ 0 or G = 0). The aim was to determine the suitable body positions, in which the postural model of a single vessel could be simplified to two-dimensional (2D) symmetrical one while only considering such factors as posture and gravity. Computational fluid dynamic simulations were performed. Numerical results demonstrated that the DBFP showed 2D axisymmetry at ±90° and three-dimensional (3D) asymmetry at any other posture with G ≠ 0, and 2D axisymmetrical one at any posture with G = 0. Therefore, modeling a vessel as a 2D model is feasible in space and at ±90° posture on earth. In addition, the maximum pressure occurred between the inlet and the middle of the vessel, and its position variation mainly happened in the range of 0° - 15°. For a single vessel, this study provides the first theoretical evidence for cardiovascular modeling in microgravity and may help guide the researchers in designing defense devices for astronauts or patients clinically.
摘要Clothing plays a crucial role in determining human thermal comfort.However,most existing models of clothing thermal resistance primarily focus on predicting the overall and local thermal resistance in a standing posture.A few models can predict the overall thermal resistance in a sitting posture,but they do not account for local thermal resistance.Therefore,in this study,a mathematical model to predict the overall and local thermal resistance of clothing under various body postures is presented.The geometric models of the human body and clothing were constructed using three-dimensional virtual simulation technology to determine the geometric parameters.The predicted overall and local thermal resistances of 19 ensembles in different postures were compared with experimental data from previous studies.The ensembles validated in this study included single-layer and double-layer clothing for daily wear.The results demonstrated that the predicted values agreed well with the experimental data.The errors of predicted overall and most local thermal resistance were within 15%and 20%,respectively.Furthermore,the model exhibited higher accuracy and resolution compared to previous models.Finally,the effect of posture on clothing thermal resistance was analyzed,providing reliable guidance for the design of clothing thermal performance.This study has significant implications for clothing design and thermal comfort prediction,contributing to improving human thermal comfort.
基金the Universidad Veracruzana(Cuerpo Académico UVE-CA-25,UVE-CA-492)the Secretaria de Ciencia,Humanidades,Tecnologia e Inovación(SECIHTI,Project 7144)the scholarship provided to R.M.P.-S.through the Secretaria de Ciencias,Humanidades,Tecnologia e Innovación(SECIHTI)to carry out postgraduate studies in Neuroethology(CVU 93144).
摘要Primates exhibit thermal behaviors(use of postures in tree stratum)that help regulate body temperature in response to environmental conditions,reducing the energetic and water costs of thermoregulation.This study examined the relationship between ambient temperature and thermal behavioral strategies during resting periods in mantled howler monkeys(Alouatta palliata)across 3 sites in Veracruz,Mexico:Agaltepec(AGA;28.4±4.7℃),Mirador Pilapa(MP;28.8±2.1℃),and Zapoapan(ZAP;28.9±2.5℃).We used focal-animal sampling,randomly selecting individuals and recording the time invested in each posture and the tree stratum in which they rested,and the ambient temperature.All statistical analyses were performed independently between sites.The results indicate that,across the 3 study sites,a consistent pattern of posture adopted within specific tree strata was observed,despite differences in altitude,vegetation,and ambient temperature.We found a strong positive correlation between lower temperatures and the time recorded in the semi-fetal posture in the high strata(Rc>0.7547),and between higher temperatures and the time recorded in the extended posture in the low strata(Rc>0.6803).These results suggest howler monkeys combine posture and vertical positioning to optimize thermoregulation.However,as temperatures rise,the preference for extended postures in lower strata—where temperatures may be cooler—leads to longer rest periods.This behavioral shift could reduce feeding and hydration,potentially increasing the risk of dehydration or heat stress under future climate conditions.
基金supported by the Fundamental Research Project of Shanxi Province(No.202403021211229)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52475600)Special Project of Science and Technology Cooperation and Exchange of Shanxi Province(No.202304041101021)。
摘要Posture recognition technology plays a crucial role in health monitoring,motion analysis,and other related fields.However,traditional recognition devices are limited by a lack of comfort,stability,and environmental adaptability,which significantly restrict their performance and range of applications.In response,this study proposes a self-powered,strain-driven,intelligent posture recognition method based on a thermoelectric hydrogel.This approach enables high-precision posture recognition through simultaneous acquisition of dynamic strain signals from multiple joints.The proposed poly(vinyl alcohol)(PVA)/starch bi-network hydrogel,synthesized in a binary H2O/glycerol solvent system,exhibited outstanding flexibility and tensile strength,allowing it to conform closely to joint movements and ensure wearing comfort.Simultaneously,the hydrogel generated stable electrical signals via the redox reaction of[Fe(CN)6]3-/4-,supporting continuous monitoring and data collection.Moreover,its self-powered nature allows effective joint strain signal acquisition,even in open environments.Using a machine learning algorithm that incorporates signal processing and analysis,the proposed method achieved a posture recognition accuracy of 96.82%.This study presents a novel technological route for posture recognition in wearable devices,demonstrating its strong application potential in real-time feedback for sports rehabilitation and performance analysis of athletes.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52025057,91948302)the Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality(Grant No.20550712100)。
摘要Although significant advances in the design of soft robotic hands have been made to mimic the structure of the human hands,there are great challenges to control them for coordinated and human-like postures.Based on the principle of postural synergies in the human hand,we present a synergistic approach for coordinated control of a soft robotic hand to replicate the human-like grasp postures.To this end,we firstly develop a kinematic model to describe the control variables and the various postures of the soft robotic hand.Based on the postural synergies,we use the developed model and Principal Component Analysis(PCA)method to describe the various postures of the soft robotic hand in a low-dimensional space formed by the synergies of actuator motions.Therefore,the coordinates of these synergies can be used as low-dimensional control inputs for the soft robotic hand with a higher-dimensional postural space.Finally,we establish an experimental platform on a customized soft robotic hand with6 pneumatical actuators to verify the effectiveness of the development.Experimental results demonstrate that with only a 2-dimensional control input,the soft robotic hand can reliably replicate 30 grasp postures in the Feix taxonomy of the human hand.
基金Supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant Nos.2024YFB3309804,2024YFB3309802)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52575601,52205542)EU Horizon NEPTUN project(Grant No.101079398).
摘要With the advancement of human-centric smart manufacturing toward Industry 5.0,the assessment and miti-gation of work-related musculoskeletal disorder(WMsD)risks have become a critical issue in industrial work-places.Although real-time posture feedback based on wearable devices has been increasingly adopted for er-gonomic intervention,existing approaches mainly rely on reactive feedback and seldom consider the real-time optimization of continuous poor-posture sequences that trigger interventions.This study proposes a Human Digital Twin(HDT)-driven real-time posture feedback framework and develops a corresponding multimodal feedback system integrating visual,auditory,and haptic channels.The system continuously monitors workers'postures using wearable sensing,evaluates postural risk levels in real time,and delivers personalized feedback to guide posture correction.Experimental validation demonstrates that the proposed system provides timely and effective ergonomic interventions,leading to a significant reduction in postural risk compared with conventional offline guidance methods.Furthermore,to address the limitation of reactive feedback strategies,a spatio-tem-poral Transformer-based human motion prediction algorithm(S2Transformer)is introduced to anticipate future postural evolution.The proposed algorithm predicts both skeletal joint positions and postural risk scores over short-term horizons,enabling proactive feedback generation before high-risk postures fully develop.Comparative experiments show that the proposed method achieves superior prediction accuracy compared with baseline models.This research establishes an HDT-driven proactive posture feedback paradigm by integrating multimodal real-time feedback with predictive human motion modeling,providing an effective solution for reducing WMSD risks in human-centric manufacturing environments.
基金co-supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52125504)the Liaoning Revitalization Talents Program(No.XLYC2202017)Dalian Support Policy Project for Innovation of Technological Talents(No.2023RG001)。
摘要The high-quality assembly of Large Aircraft Components(LACs)is essential in modern aviation manufacturing.Numerical control locators are employed for the posture adjustment of LAC,yet the system's multi-input multi-output,nonlinearity,and strong coupling presents significant challenges.The substantial internal force generated during the adjustment process can potentially damage the LAC and degrade the assembly quality.Hence,a workspace-based hybrid force position control scheme was developed to achieve high quality assembly with high-precision and lower internal force.Firstly,an offline workspace analysis with inherent geometric characteristics to form time-varying posture error constraint.Then,the posture error is integrated into the online position axis control to ensure tracking the ideal posture,while the force control axis compensates for posture deviation by minimizing internal force,thereby achieving high precision and low internal force.Finally,the effectiveness was demonstrated through experiments.The root mean square errors of orientation and position are 104 rad and 0.1 mm,respectively.A reduction in internal force can range from 10.96%to 57.4%compared to the traditional method.Key points'max position error is decreased from 0.32 mm to 0.18 mm,satisfying the 0.5 mm tolerance.Therefore,the proposed method will help promote the development of high-performance manufacturing.
基金supported by the Scientific Grant Agency of the Ministry of Education,Science,Research and Sport of the Slovak Republic and the Slovak Academy of Sciences(No.1/0725/23)the Cross-border Co-operation Programme INTERREG V-A SK-CZ/2018/06(No.NFP 304011P714),INTERREG V-A SK-CZ/2020/12(No.NFP304010AYX7)and INTERREG VI-A SK-CZ/2023/4(No.NFP403401DXF4)co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund.
摘要Although much research has been devoted to gait analysis while walking or running,a surprising gap in knowledge is its relationship with upper body function,particularly core stability.The methods used to train and assess athletic locomotion are mainly focused on the lower limbs,while the upper body is often overlooked.Yet,proper body alignment from feet to head is essential for applying maximum force to the ground,thereby moving faster and more efficiently.It is believed that the core,which connects the upper and lower body,should be strong.The training of many athletes is therefore aimed at developing core muscle strength.However,for most of them,rigid core musculature associated with reduced spinal mobility may not be beneficial.Instead,core strength should be developed to the extent that allows race walkers and runners to optimize their performance.Accordingly,methods reflecting the functional nature of core strength,along with measures of postural alignment and lateral lumbopelvic stability,should be used to assess training effectiveness.To this end,a comprehensive head-to-toe approach to the assessment of athletic locomotion is recommended.Special emphasis should be placed on the role of postural and core stability in walking and running gait.
摘要Purpose:Toe grip strength is used to evaluate toe muscle strength associated with dynamic and static balance ability.Although maximum voluntary contraction(MVC)has been widely measured as an outcome of toe grip strength,recent recommendations evaluate not only MVC but also the rate of force development(RFD),an index of instantaneous muscle strength exertion.The RFD,which measures the gradient of muscle strength change at regular time intervals following muscle exertion,is crucial for responding to the unexpected centre of pressure sway.In this study,we aimed to examine the relationship between balance ability and the RFD of toe grip strength.Methods:A total of 23 healthy young men and 24 healthy young women(mean age,20.5 years)participants were recruited.Their balance was measured by dividing the total trajectory length(mm)by the rectangular area(mm2)of the centre of pressure while standing on one leg for 40 s.Toe flexor strength,MCV,and RFD were measured using a toe grip dynamometer and normalised to body mass.Results:A significant negative correlation was observed between the RFD of toe grip strength and the rectangular area of the centre of pressure in the male group(-0.57 at RFD50,p<0.005).In the female group,no association was noted between the RFD and centre of pressure parameters(-0.18 at RFD50,p?0.411).Conclusion:The RFD of the toe flexor strength may play a significant role in maintaining postural stability during one-leg standing in healthy young men.
基金supported by the Fifth Batch of Education,Scientific Research,Physical Education and Health(National Defense Education)Special Projects of the Chinese Society of Education(No.21TY043112ZB)the Key Project of Philosophy and Social Sciences of Shanxi Province(No.2020ZD204)the Special Project of Shanxi Datong University(Nos.2021K16,XJG2021263,2022YGZX001)。
摘要The network video training mode of five step fist has become the mainstream training mode at present,because it is not limited by time and region.However,there are also some problems,such as irregular movements of practitioners,due to the influence of subjective human eyes,which will damage their health.Therefore,this paper proposes a pose recognition and correction method of the five step fist based on OpenPose.By identifying the standard movements and the movements of the practitioners,the key points are extracted,the deviation and similarity between the practitioners and the standards are calculated,and the corresponding correct and effective correction suggestions are given.These works can provide strong technical support for the training and cultural dissemination of the five step fist.
基金supported by the 2021 Shandong Province Higher Education Institutions“Youth Innovation Talent Introduction and Cultivation Plan”(Public Health Safety Risk Assessment and Response Innovation Team)National Traditional Chinese Medicine Comprehensive Reform Demonstration Zone Science and Technology Co construction Project(No.GZYKJSSD-2024-106)Research Project of Shandong Educational Supervision Society(No.SDJYDDXH2023-2159).
摘要Dentistry is a profession with a high prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders(WMSDs),with symptoms often appearing very early in one’s career[1].WMSDs are conditions affecting the muscles,bones,and nervous system due to occupational factors.In 2002,the International Labor Organization included musculoskeletal diseases in the International List of Occupational Diseases.China’s recently updated Classification and Catalog of Occupational Diseases has introduced two new categories of occupational illnesses,including occupational musculoskeletal disorders.WMSDs significantly impact the health and work of dentists,reducing their quality of life and causing economic losses.These disorders are multifactorial in nature,influenced by personal,psychosocial,biomechanical,and environmental factors.Dentists frequently maintain static or awkward postures during procedures,which leads to musculoskeletal strain and discomfort;additionally,long working hours contribute to psychological stress,further increasing the risk of WMSDs[2].
摘要Yoga is widely considered as a method to improve psychological and physiological status of humans.A review is done about the benefits of yoga from the literature in modern medicine.The common benefits are in physical fitness,mental state,attention,processing speed,memory,cognitive functions and executive functions.Studies have demonstrated the benefits of yoga in metabolic syndrome with reduction of blood sugar,cholesterol,and hypertension.Yoga reduces the age-related deterioration in cardiovascular functions,improves cardiac performance,and makes pulmonary function better.The physiologic mechanisms of yoga are reduction of stress and inflammation,increased gray matter volume,improved neural network flexibility,and reorganization of attentional network.Several studies showed that yogic practices down-regulate the hypothalamopituitary adrenal axis and the sympathetic nervous system.Recent clinical in vivo experiments suggests that yoga enhances inhibitory mediator gamma-aminobutyric acid and enhances peripheral oxytocin levels.Serotonin and melatonin levels are also increased.
摘要Objective: To analyze the effect of pain nursing combined with exercise and posture intervention on improving Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) scores in patients after kidney stone surgery. Methods: A sample of 80 patients who underwent kidney stone surgery from October 2024 to October 2025 was randomly divided into groups using a random number table. Group A received pain nursing combined with exercise and posture intervention, while Group B received conventional nursing. Postoperative recovery time, VAS scores, and postoperative complications were compared between the two groups. Results: The postoperative recovery time in Group A was shorter than that in Group B, with p < 0.05. The VAS scores at 12 hours, 24 hours, and 72 hours postoperatively in Group A were all lower than those in Group B, with p < 0.05. The postoperative complication rate in Group A was lower than that in Group B, with p < 0.05. Conclusion: Pain nursing combined with exercise and posture intervention in postoperative nursing for kidney stone patients can shorten postoperative recovery time and alleviate pain scores.
基金Stage achievement of the 2025 Special Project for Humanities and Social Science Research on Health and Wellness of Shandong Federation of Social Science CirclesCurriculum Construction of“Posture Intervention and Rehabilitation”in Vocational Colleges-A Practical Project Based on OpenPose AI Intelligent Assessment(Project No.:26SVE038)。
摘要Traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)traditional exercises serve as an important carrier of the TCM“preventive treatment of disease”system and integrated physical and medical health services.They possess unique advantages in adolescent physical fitness improvement,sub-health regulation,chronic disease prevention and control,as well as rehabilitation medicine.For a long time,traditional Chinese medicine exercises have been plagued by problems such as difficulty in quantifying movement specifications,teaching relying on oral instruction and personal demonstration,lack of real-time feedback in the intervention process,and insufficient personalization,which restrict their modernization,large-scale and standardized popularization,and application.Represented by OpenPose,AI posture recognition technology features non-contact performance,real-time capability,high precision,and low cost,providing key technical support for the digital transformation of traditional Chinese medicine exercises.This paper systematically sorts out the research context and cutting-edge achievements of AI posture recognition in the field of traditional Chinese medicine exercise intervention,summarizes the technical integration paths and application modes,analyzes practical effects,and explores the core bottlenecks,including the transformation of TCM tacit knowledge,algorithm robustness,construction of standard systems,and long-term exercise adherence.It also prospects the future development trend of the integration of AI and traditional Chinese medicine exercises,aiming to provide a theoretical reference and academic basis for subsequent research,technology implementation,and achievement promotion in this field.
摘要Objective:To observe the therapeutic efficacy of sinew-bone balancing manipulation plus exercise therapy in treating postures of primary school students with upper crossed syndrome(UCS).Methods:Sixty pupils with UCS were divided into an exercise group and a combination group using the random number table method,with 30 cases in each group.The combination group received treatments of sinew-bone balancing manipulation plus exercise therapy,while the exercise group received exercise therapy alone.The two groups received interventions once every other day,for a total of 1 month.The sagittal static posture assessment total score,forward head angle(FHA)and forward shoulder angle(FSA)were compared before and after treatment;the sagittal static assessment total score,FHA and FSA were compared between the exercise group and the combination group.Results:Before treatment,there were no significant differences comparing the sagittal static posture assessment total score,FHA and FSA between the two groups(all P>0.05);after treatment,the sagittal static posture assessment total score,FHA and FSA decreased in the two groups,with intra-group statistical significance(all P<0.01),and were lower in the combination group than in the exercise group,with inter-group statistical significance(all P<0.01).Conclusion:Sinew-bone balancing manipulation plus exercise therapy can notably improve the FHA and FSA and reduce the sagittal static posture total score in pupils with UCS,so as to correct the bad postures and adjust UCS physique.It can produce more significant efficacy compared with exercise therapy alone.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Number:62176084,Natural Science Foundation of Anhui Province of China,Grant/Award Number:1908085MF195,Natural Science Research Project of the Education Department of Anhui Province of China Grant/Award Numbers:2022AH051038,2023AH050474 and 2023AH050490.
摘要To overcome the deficiencies of single-modal emotion recognition based on facial expression or bodily posture in natural scenes,a spatial guidance and temporal enhancement(SG-TE)network is proposed for facial-bodily emotion recognition.First,ResNet50,DNN and spatial ransformer models are used to capture facial texture vectors,bodily skeleton vectors and wholebody geometric vectors,and an intraframe correlation attention guidance(S-CAG)mechanism,which guides the facial texture vector and the bodily skeleton vector by the whole-body geometric vector,is designed to exploit the spatial potential emotional correlation between face and posture.Second,an interframe significant segment enhancement(T-SSE)structure is embedded into a temporal transformer to enhance high emotional intensity frame information and avoid emotional asynchrony.Finally,an adaptive weight assignment(M-AWA)strategy is constructed to realise facial-bodily fusion.The experimental results on the BabyRobot Emotion Dataset(BRED)and Context-Aware Emotion Recognition(CAER)dataset indicate that the proposed network reaches accuracies of 81.61%and 89.39%,which are 9.61%and 9.46%higher than those of the baseline network,respectively.Compared with the state-of-the-art methods,the proposed method achieves 7.73%and 20.57%higher accuracy than single-modal methods based on facial expression or bodily posture,respectively,and 2.16%higher accuracy than the dual-modal methods based on facial-bodily fusion.Therefore,the proposed method,which adaptively fuses the complementary information of face and posture,improves the quality of emotion recognition in real-world scenarios.