An analysis of contact time of children’s walking gait with progressive backpack weight and selected duration conditions

Biomedical Human Kinetics · Published 2025-01-01 · DOI 10.2478/bhk-2025-0020

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Abstract

Study aim: Backpack carriage is a daily necessity for school-going children, but excessive loads and prolonged carrying durations may disrupt gait mechanics, potentially leading to musculoskeletal strain. The present study aimed to analyse the effect of progressive backpack weights and carrying durations on the contact time during the walking gait of school-aged boys. Additionally, it assessed the symmetry between left and right foot contact times under varying conditions.

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2025

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