Modulation of individual and synchronized activities of ankle plantarflexors during quiet standing in aroused emotions.

ABSTRACT: Emotions influence postural control, but previous studies have mainly examined postural dynamics during quiet standing using the center of pressure as a measure. During quiet standing, neuromuscular activities of ankle plantarflexors are crucial for maintaining postural balance, both in terms of individual and synchronized activities. This study aimed to clarify the emotional effects on the individual and synchronized neuromuscular activities of ankle plantarflexors during quiet standing. Twenty-four healthy male participants were instructed to stand and view emotional pictures for 72 s following a fixation cross. The task was repeated four times with four picture conditions, which was composed of two arousals (High and Low) and two valences (Pleasant and Unpleasant). During the task, elec

SUBMITTER: Takahashi R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12014843 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature