Our lab's research interests are in the areas of musculoskeletal and sport biomechanics and neuromotor control of human movement. Our research integrates musculoskeletal modeling, computer simulation and experimental analysis techniques to analyze various patient populations including lower-limb amputees and those with post-stroke hemiparesis. Additional research is directed at optimizing orthotic and prosthetic designs to enhance performance using advanced additive manufacturing techniques. Current research projects are funded by the VA, NSF and NIH.
Fey, N.P., Klute, G.K. and Neptune, R.R. (2011). The influence of energy storage and return foot stiffness on walking mechanics and muscle activity in below-knee amputees. Clinical Biomechanics 26(10):1025-1032. Download PDF
Neptune, R.R. and McGowan, C.P. (2011). Muscle contributions to whole-body sagittal plane angular momentum during walking. Journal of Biomechanics 44(1): 6-12. Download PDF
Rankin, J.W., Kwarciak, A.M., Richter, W.M., and Neptune, R.R. (2010). The influence of altering push force effectiveness on upper extremity demand during wheelchair propulsion. Journal of Biomechanics 43(14): 2771-2779. Download PDF
Peterson, C.L., Hall, A.L., Kautz, S.A. and Neptune, R.R. (2010). Pre-swing deficits in forward propulsion, swing initiation and power generation by individual muscles in hemiparetic walking. Journal of Biomechanics 43(12): 2348-2355. Download PDF
