Kinematics of male Eupalaestrus weijenberghi (Araneae, Theraphosidae) locomotion on different substrates and inclines

Background The mechanics and energetics of spider locomotion have not been deeply investigated, despite their importance in the life of a spider.For example, the reproductive success of males of several species is dependent upon their ability ultrastar dc hc550 to move from one area to another.The aim of this work was to describe gait patterns and

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Association between visual problems, insufficient emotional support and urinary incontinence with disability in elderly people living in a poor district in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: A six-year follow-up study.

IntroductionDisability follows the rapid rate of read more population ageing, imposing a huge burden on society.Functional assessment in older people can identify predictors of disability.ObjectiveAnalyze the incidence and the risk factors for disability in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) in older

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