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Racial Disparities

Racial disparities are not often studied in biomechanics although differences in movement mechanics have been identified. It is important to understand and consider what factors affect these differences in movement mechanics to better inform treatment and interpret biomechanical outcomes.

Google Scholar Racial Disparities Publications

  • Brisbane JM, Queen RM, McCullough MBA, Baker C, London JS. Racial and Gender Differences in Factors Associated with Research Engagement and Research Mistrust in a Gait Analysis Study. Transl J ACSM. 2025;10(1). doi:10.1249/TJX.0000000000000277
  • Hill CN, Schmitt D, Reed W, Arent SM, Sands LP, Queen RM. Racial differences in running and landing measures associated with injury risk vary by sex. Sports Biomechanics. 2024;23(12):2738-2756. doi:10.1080/14763141.2022.2056075
  • Brisbane JM, McCullough MBA, Baker C, London JS, Queen RM. Impact of Race, gait speed and arch height on plantar loading. Journal of Biomechanics. 2023;155:111648. doi:10.1016/j.jbiomech.2023.111648
  • Hill CN, Reed W, Schmitt D, Arent SM, Sands LP, Queen RM. Factors contributing to racial differences in gait mechanics differ by sex. Gait & Posture. 2022;95:277-283. doi:10.1016/j.gaitpost.2021.02.024
  • Hill CN, Reed W, Schmitt D, Sands LP, Queen RM. Racial differences in gait mechanics. Journal of Biomechanics. 2020;112:110070. doi:10.1016/j.jbiomech.2020.110070

  • Hill C, Gidley L, Schmitt D, Queen RM. Joint Coordination During Gait Differs by Race and Sex. American Society of Biomechanics 2024.