Ying Fang

Background Age-related deficits in plantar flexor muscle function likely contribute to the decline in mobility that affects many older adults. Isolated strengthening of the plantar flexor muscles has failed to improve push-off power or walking economy in this population. New mobility aids and/or functional training interventions may help slow or... [Read More]

Background Biofeedback is a technique one can use to control their behaviors or body functions. It’s commonly used in rehabilitation to incentivize volitional change and engage patients to better achieve the rehabilitation goals. I have developed several biofeedback systems that can both work independently and along with assistive devices. For... [Read More]

Background Robotic wearable technology is advancing to augment human functions. As an example, lower-limb exoskeletons can help people with gait impairments to walk faster and easier. The ideal lower-limb wearable devices should be light, powerful, and easily used in the real world. However, most devices have only been tested in... [Read More]

Background Cycling is a recommended exercise for people with knee pathologies due to its low impact compared to walking or running. However, there is a lack of research on how cycling affects the front-plane knee mechanics, especially knee adduction moment (KAM) that is closely associated with OA initiation and progression.... [Read More]

Background People with SCI have weakened bones due to the lack of mechanical stimulation that they used to receive during daily life prior to their injuries, and this exposes them to high fracture risk. Therefore, researchers have been trying either exercise or pharmaceutical interventions to address this issue. During my... [Read More]