@inbook{297ed1dba0fd46cb9452a4db90b0e3d0,
title = "Biomechanical interactions with footwear",
abstract = "Wearing appropriate shoes for sport participation is important, as athletic footwear plays a role in enhancing physical performance and reducing injury risk. This chapter focuses on the biomechanical interactions of the human body with athletic footwear when engaging in sport activities. First, common footwear features and biomechanical testing protocols employed in the design and development of various sport shoes are described. Next, the biomechanical effects of footwear pertaining to sport performance and injuries are summarised. This chapter also discusses the current status and future potential of developing athletic footwear for individuals with disabilities to support their participation in sports. Finally, recommendations for future footwear innovation concepts and approaches are proposed.",
author = "Kong, \{Pui Wah\} and Wing-Kai Lam and Teng, \{Phillis Soek So\} and Pan, \{Jing Wen\}",
note = "Publisher Copyright: {\textcopyright} 2025 selection and editorial matter, Nicholas Addison and Lesley Burgess; individual chapters, the contributors.",
year = "2025",
month = sep,
day = "28",
doi = "10.4324/9781003303626-28",
language = "English",
isbn = "9781032301426",
series = "Routledge International Handbooks",
publisher = "Routledge (Taylor \& Francis Group)",
pages = "345--363",
editor = "Kong, \{Pui Wah\} and \{ Lam\}, \{Wing Kai\} and Teng, \{Phillis Soek Po\}",
booktitle = "Routledge Handbook on Sports Technology and Engineering",
edition = "2nd",
}