Garrick N. Forman
Papers
6
Total Citations
87
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About
Garrick N. Forman is a leading researcher in biomechanics and motor control, with a focused expertise on the neuromuscular mechanisms of the wrist and hand. His work is pivotal in understanding how sudden perturbations—common in daily tasks and workplaces—affect forearm muscle activity and task performance, directly informing injury prevention and rehabilitation strategies. Forman’s key contributions include characterizing forearm muscle activity during dynamic wrist movements and demonstrating that sustained isometric contractions, whether in flexion or extension, similarly impair hand-tracking accuracy. Notably, his research reveals that wrist extensor muscles exhibit earlier performance fatigability, a critical insight for ergonomics and sports science. With over 87 citations across his top papers, including influential works like “Investigating the Muscular and Kinematic Responses to Sudden Wrist Perturbations” (25 citations), Forman’s studies employ advanced robotic devices to deliver precise perturbations and measure kinematic responses. His work also explores sex-based differences in fatigue, offering a comprehensive view of motor control. For students and researchers, Forman’s research bridges fundamental biomechanics and applied human performance, making him a key figure in understanding wrist function and dysfunction.
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