Kinesiology 537 - Footwear Biomechanics
Fall
2024
01
3.00
Wouter Hoogkamer
TU TH 4:00PM 5:15PM
UMass Amherst
37311
Hasbrouck Laboratory room 136
whoogkamer@umass.edu
In this course we will explore how footwear can affect biomechanics, energetics, injury risk and performance in various sports and activities of daily living. Topics include: shoe design, mechanical, subjective, biomechanical and running economy testing, minimalist and maximalist shoes, super shoes, prosthetics and robotic shoes.
Open to graduate students in Kinesiology only. KIN 430