title: The past, present, and future of podiatric biomechanics.
abstract: The author places the history and development of podiatric biomechanics, as well as current thinking about its underpinnings and future, in the context of a theoretical framework drawn from the philosophy and sociology of science. This analysis sets the stage for an exploration of the possible future directions in which podiatric biomechanics could develop.
authors.affiliation: Department of Podiatry, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Victoria, Australia.
authors.forename: C B
authors.initials: CB
authors.lastname: Payne
mesh_terms: D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D005528:Foot / Q000502:physiology*; D005534:Foot Diseases / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D049672:History, 19th Century; D049673:History, 20th Century; D006801:Humans; D008954:Models, Biological; D009989:Orthotic Devices / Q000266:history / Q000639:trends*; D010684:Philosophy; D011032:Podiatry / Q000266:history / Q000639:trends*