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Foot-Stiffening Socks Cut Walking Energy Use in Small Study
Key Takeaways
- University of Texas at Austin researchers tested socks with compression bands that limit foot splay.
- The 12-participant treadmill study reported a 2% average reduction in net walking energy cost.
- Ten of 12 participants experienced lower energy expenditure with the custom socks.
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DT Editorial Team··via phys.org