The Physical Demands of the Tree (Vriksasana) and One-Leg Balance (Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana) Poses Performed by Seniors: A Biomechanical Examination

Table 1

Lower extremity peak net joint moments of force during the stance phase of gait at a self-selected walking speed.

Moments (Nm/kg)	Hip	Knee	Ankle
Sagittal plane
Extensor	0.81±0.06	0.63±0.04	1.33±0.04^‡
Flexor	0.54±0.03	0.30±0.03	0.29±0.06^†
Frontal plane
Abductor	0.87±0.04	0.38±0.03	0.09±0.01
Adductor	0.08±0.01	0.09±0.01	0.19±0.02

Mean ± standard error.
^‡Plantar flexor moment.
^†Dorsiflexor moment.