Lawrence B. Harkless, DPM
Drs. Albert and Curran with their outstanding contributors, provide a historical review of the theories of foot biomechanics and the paradigm shifts that have evolved. The text offer an evidenced based approach to biomechanics of the foot and ankle while also providing insight into areas where more research is needed. It is an excellent reference for the library of all practitioners involved in this important area of locomotion including students, residents and fellows.
Lawrence B. Harkless, D.P.M., FACFAS, MAPWCA. Founding Dean and Professor of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery College of Podiatric Medicine, Western University of Health Sciences Pomona, California, USA
Dr. Christopher MacLean, Ph. D.
This biomechanical text is a fantastic resource for foot care specialists in all stages of training and/or practice. Traditionally, there has been a gap between academic biomechanics and what happens in daily clinical practice. This publication serves as an educational resource that bridges that gap. Well done, to all of those who contributed to this much needed publication.
Christopher L. MacLean, Ph.D. Director, Human Performance Lab & Applied Biomechanics Fortius Sport & Health Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Howard J. Dananberg, DPM
Biomechanics of human gait is a foundation for podiatry. This text provides the reader with the most applicable theories which govern current podiatry thinking, and allows for germination of these ideas into a clinical package from which to practice. Lower Extremity Biomechanics: Theory and Practice Volume 1 by Albert and Curran is a must for any podiatric library.
Howard J. Dananberg, D.P.M., Founding member of the Vasyli Think Tank , Inventor of the Kinetic Wedge for functional hallux limitus, Inventor of the patented Insolia weight-shifting shoe inserts. Bedford, New Hampshire, USA
Simon Spooner Ph D.
Too many times theories of podiatric biomechanics have been presented as if they were facts. The dogmatic adherence that sometimes ensues from such an approach has often stifled the evolution of podiatric biomechanics. How refreshing then to find a textbook which provides the reader with an honest account of several contemporary theories of podiatric biomechanics and openly identifies some of the contentious issues surrounding them. This book should bring the reader up to speed regarding the current state of the art and also set the tone to examine the existing knowledge base in a critical manner. This book links the clinical world to that of the biomechanics researcher and should act as a springboard to the further study and investigation of this evolving field. This is the podiatric biomechanics textbook we have been waiting for!
Simon Spooner, Ph.D. Director of Peninsula Podiatry, Plymouth, United Kingdom