Arm movements assist human balance maintenance through angular momentum conservation
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SUPPORTED
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Arm movements play a vital role in human balance maintenance, as evidenced by studies showing that restricting arm motion compromises postural stability and walking efficiency while active upper-body coordination contributes to momentum and balance control.
Evidence for · 5
Arm coordination changes correlate with whole-body linear momentum and dynamic walking balance during pregnancy.
2026 · cited by 1
Demonstrates that arm coordination and swing changes correlate with whole-body linear momentum and walking balance maintenance.
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Effects of restricted compared to free arms motion during standing and walking at height in healthy adolescents.
2026 · cited by 0
Shows that restricting arm motion amplifies gait deteriorations, highlighting the functional importance of arm movements for balance.
Comparison of spatiotemporal and arm swing characteristics of gait between patients with COPD and healthy controls.
2025 · cited by 0
Notes that arm swing characteristics play a key role in maintaining gait stability and energy efficiency.
Influence of different arm movement strategies on dynamic balance performance and joint kinematics in healthy young adults.
2025 · cited by 0
Indicates that active engagement of upper body segments and free arm movements are important for dynamic postural control.
Gait Asymmetry in Arm Swing and Foot Progression Angle of Knee Osteoarthritis.
2026 · cited by 0
Highlights that arm swing plays a major role in balance control and that upper-lower limb coordination is tied to postural stability.