Welcome to Human Locomotion.org
HumanLocomotion.org provides books and articles written by Dr. Tom Michaud, as well as clinical tools and rehab products for state-of-the-art management of gait-related disorders.
Human Locomotion, a technical book written for sports medicine professionals, is available on Amazon.com. Students can purchase the book for $30 (often with free international shipping) by contacting us at humanlocomotion.org@gmail.com.
Injury-Free Running is for serious runners interested in treating and preventing running injuries. It's available on this website, or click here for the Kindle version on Amazon.
The biomechanical measuring devices are made from anodized aluminum with dovetail joints machined to 1000th of an inch accuracy. Our products include the ToePro/Hip Strength Dynamometer, The Two-To-One Ankle Rockboard, and the ToePro Foot/Ankle Exercise Platform.
Each product has a video link demonstrating it's use, and in the future we will be adding new videos of exercises recommended by Dr. Michaud.
other popular products
THE TOEPRO/HIP STRENGTH DYNAMOMETER
Toe strength deficits have been proven to correlate with chronic plantar fasciitis, falls in the elderly, and impaired athletic performance. By placing the plastic card beneath the patient's toes and removing it slowly, the ToePro/Hip Strength Dynamometer allows you to precisely quantify toe strength. $95, with free shipping.
THE TRIPLE STICK STRAP
The unique strap that allows you to build muscle and increase aerobic fitness while performing light-resistance exercises. Perfect for accelerating recovery following muscle strains and ideal for managing kneecap tracking disorders. $25, with free shipping.
THE TWO-TO-ONE ANKLE ROCKBOARD
In the US alone, 23,000 people sprain their ankle each day, resulting in 1.6 million doctor office visits annually. Because the typical foot tilts in twice as far as it tilts out, to be effective, an ankle rock board should tilt with a two-to-one movement ratio. The two-to-one movement ratio places your foot in the position of a future sprain and then forces you to use your muscles to pull yourself out of the risky position. $45, with free shipping.
RUNNING FOR REAL'S PODCAST INTERVIEW WITH DR. TOM MICHAUD
Prevention and Healing for Runners as they Age
As you age, many things about your body change. Keeping it healthy so that you can continue to run as long as you live is a valiant effort. . Optimally, correct exercise will help prevent the need for long periods of recovery or invasive surgeries.
TINA MUIR, creator of the Running for Real website, interviews Dr. Michaud about what you can do to stay healthy as you age. As you listen to this episode of the Running for Real podcast, you will quickly discover that Tom is an expert in his field who has a desire to help and heal others.
Blog posts
INJURY-FREE RUNNING
How to Build Strength, Improve Form, and Treat/Prevent Injuries
Available in paperback, 208 pages and 176 illustrations.
