Overview
Background
I am an Honorary Associate Professor within the School of Human Movement & Nutrition Sciences. My primary area of research is focused on enhancing our understanding of the complex function of the human foot. Despite the importance of our feet in our daily lives, we know little about this complex anatomical structure. I am driven to understand how the foot has evolved, to perform such a diverse array of locomotor tasks with relative effectiveness and efficiency. Specifically, I study how the brain and spinal cord control foot function, and the role of elastic connective tissues in providing structural support and energy conservation. I am fascinated by the intricate interaction of the many small bones within the foot, and how variations in structure may influence the physcial performance of the foot. Beyond fundamental science, my research has broad application across a range of areas. My research program has both direct industry connections (e.g. Australian Sports Commission and Asics Oceania) and potential applications in different areas of health (e.g. chronic musculoskeletal conditions - osteoarthritis), rehabilitation, and robotic/prosthetic design.
Availability
- Dr Luke Kelly is:
- Not available for supervision
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Podiatry, Queensland University of Technology
- Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Queensland
Research interests
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Biomechanics of the Foot and Lower Limb
Exploring the complex function of the human foot in the context of human performance and musculoskeletal health
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Cricket Biomechanics
- Biomechanics consultant to Cricket Australia - Member of The International Cricket Council Panel of Human Movement Experts
Works
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2015
Journal Article
Changes in leg spring behaviour, plantar loading and foot mobility magnitude induced by an exhaustive treadmill run in adolescent middle-distance runners
Fourchet, François, Girard, Olivier, Kelly, Luke, Horobeanu, Cosmin and Millet, Grégoire P. (2015). Changes in leg spring behaviour, plantar loading and foot mobility magnitude induced by an exhaustive treadmill run in adolescent middle-distance runners. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 18 (2), 199-203. doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2014.01.007
2015
Other Outputs
In-vivo function of human plantar intrinsic foot muscles
Kelly, Luke (2015). In-vivo function of human plantar intrinsic foot muscles. PhD Thesis, School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences, The University of Queensland. doi: 10.14264/uql.2015.341
2015
Journal Article
High-intensity running and lantar-flexor fatigability and plantar-pressure distribution in adolescent runners
Fourchet, Francois, Kelly, Luke, Horobeanu, Cosmin, Loepelt, Heiko, Taiar, Redha and Millet, Gregoire (2015). High-intensity running and lantar-flexor fatigability and plantar-pressure distribution in adolescent runners. Journal of Athletic Training, 50 (2), 117-125. doi: 10.4085/1062-6050-49.3.90
2015
Journal Article
Active regulation of longitudinal arch compression and recoil during walking and running
Kelly, Luke A., Lichtwark, Glen and Cresswell, Andrew G. (2015). Active regulation of longitudinal arch compression and recoil during walking and running. Journal of the Royal Society Interface, 12 (102), 1-8. doi: 10.1098/rsif.2014.1076
2014
Conference Publication
Lower limb biomechanics and muscle function
Lichtwark, Glen, Dominic Farris, Kelly, Luke and Nicholas A.T. Brown (2014). Lower limb biomechanics and muscle function. Be Active 2014, Canberra, Australia, 15-18 October 2014. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport: doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2014.11.106
2013
Journal Article
Discharge properties of abductor hallucis before, during, and after an isometric fatigue task
Kelly, Luke A., Racinais, Sebastien and Cresswell, Andrew G. (2013). Discharge properties of abductor hallucis before, during, and after an isometric fatigue task. Journal of Neurophysiology, 110 (4), 891-898. doi: 10.1152/jn.00944.2012
2013
Conference Publication
Dynamic function of the plantar intrinsic foot muscles during walking and running
Kelly, L., Lichtwark< G. and Cresswell, A. (2013). Dynamic function of the plantar intrinsic foot muscles during walking and running. The 2013 Asics Conference of Science and Medicine in Sport, Phuket, Thailand, 22 -25 October 2013. Chatswood, NSW Australia: Elsevier Australia. doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2013.10.012
2012
Journal Article
Dynamic midfoot kinematics in subjects with medial tibial stress syndrome
Rathleff, Michael S., Kelly, Luke A., Christensen, Finn B., Simonsen, Ole H., Kaalund, Soren and Laessoe, Uffe (2012). Dynamic midfoot kinematics in subjects with medial tibial stress syndrome. Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association, 102 (3), 205-212. doi: 10.7547/1020205
2012
Journal Article
Recruitment of the plantar intrinsic foot muscles with increasing postural demand
Kelly, Luke A., Kuitunen, Sami, Racinais, Sebastien and Cresswell, Andrew G. (2012). Recruitment of the plantar intrinsic foot muscles with increasing postural demand. Clinical Biomechanics, 27 (1), 46-51. doi: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2011.07.013
2012
Journal Article
Comparison of plantar pressure distribution in adolescent runners at low vs. high running velocity
Fourchet, Francois, Kelly, Luke, Horobeanu, Cosmin, Loepelt, Heiko, Taiar, Redha and Millet, Gregoire P. (2012). Comparison of plantar pressure distribution in adolescent runners at low vs. high running velocity. Gait and Posture, 35 (4), 685-687. doi: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2011.12.004
2011
Conference Publication
Do Foot Orthoses Alter Muscle Activation, Running Economy and Neuromuscular Fatigue During a 1-h Treadmill Run?
Kelly, Luke A., Girard, Olivier and Racinais, Sebastien (2011). Do Foot Orthoses Alter Muscle Activation, Running Economy and Neuromuscular Fatigue During a 1-h Treadmill Run?. 58th Annual Meeting of the American-College-of-Sports-Medicine / 2nd World Congress on Exercise is Medicine, Denver Co, May 31-Jun 04, 2011. PHILADELPHIA: LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS. doi: 10.1249/01.MSS.0000402973.66088.aa
2011
Journal Article
Repeated sprinting on natural grass impairs vertical stiffness but does not alter plantar loading in soccer players
Girard, Olivier, Racinais, Sebastien, Kelly, Luke, Millet, Gregoire P. and Brocherie, Franck (2011). Repeated sprinting on natural grass impairs vertical stiffness but does not alter plantar loading in soccer players. European Journal of Applied Physiology, 111 (10), 2547-2555. doi: 10.1007/s00421-011-1884-5
2011
Conference Publication
Recruitment of the plantar intrinsic foot muscles with increasing postural demand
Kelly, Luke A., Kuitunen, Sami, Racinais, Sebastien and Cresswell, Andrew G. (2011). Recruitment of the plantar intrinsic foot muscles with increasing postural demand. XXIIIrd Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics, Brussels, Belgium, 3-7 July 2011. Brussels, Belgium: International Society of Biomechanics.
2011
Journal Article
Effect of orthoses on changes in neuromuscular control and aerobic cost of a 1-h Run
Kelly, Luke A., Girard, Olivier and Racinais, Sebastien (2011). Effect of orthoses on changes in neuromuscular control and aerobic cost of a 1-h Run. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 43 (12), 2335-2343. doi: 10.1249/MSS.0b013e31822037ca
2010
Journal Article
Augmented low dye taping changes muscle activation patterns and plantar pressure during treadmill running
Kelly, Luke A., Racinais, Sebastien, Tanner, Craig M., Grantham, Justin and Chalabi, Hakim (2010). Augmented low dye taping changes muscle activation patterns and plantar pressure during treadmill running. Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, 40 (10), 648-655. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2010.3164
Funding
Supervision
Availability
- Dr Luke Kelly is:
- Not available for supervision
Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Biomechanical investigations of Tibial Pilon Fractures and the impact on the Talar dome.
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Does Foot shape matter? Rethinking the mechanical function of the human foot
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Understanding the relationship between human foot morphology and function
Principal Advisor
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Master Philosophy
Player load of professional netball players
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Andrew Cresswell
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Doctor Philosophy
The impact of fatigue on how running performance and economy
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Andrew Cresswell
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Doctor Philosophy
The principal advisor has reviewed the student's thesis submission and approved it for review. The submission can now be approved for examination or changes can be requested.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Andrew Cresswell
Completed supervision
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Establishing the relationship between foot form and function
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Andrew Cresswell
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
The role of the foot and its muscles during non-steady state locomotion
Principal Advisor
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
The spring in Your Step: The Role of Muscles and Elastic Connective Tissue within the Foot
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Optimising the spring in your step - analysing the neuromechanical response of the human foot to varied surfaces and loads for improved footwear design.
Principal Advisor
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Mechanical structure and function of the iliotibial band and implications for running injury
Associate Advisor
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