Balancing Risks, Rewards of Athletic Shoe Traction

Authors

Michelle B. Sabick, Boise State UniversityFollow
Benjamin Cooper, Shepherd Center
Seth M. Kuhlman, Boise State UniversityFollow
Ronald P. Pfeiffer, Boise State UniversityFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

10-1-2009

Abstract

Athletic shoes must provide at least enough traction to maximize performance and minimize slipping, but too much traction can potentially increase the risk of injury. Research suggests that traction on modern artificial turf can vary depending on cutting angle.

Publication Information

Sabick, Michelle B.; Cooper, Benjamin; Kuhlman, Seth M.; and Pfeiffer, Ronald P.. (2009). "Balancing Risks, Rewards of Athletic Shoe Traction". Lower Extremity Review, 1(4), 39-45.