Role of peripheral visual cues in online visual guidance of locomotion

Exerc Sport Sci Rev. 2008 Jul;36(3):145-51. doi: 10.1097/JES.0b013e31817bff72.

Abstract

Vision is normally the predominant sensory system used for guiding locomotion. Online visual control is critical for adjusting lower limb trajectory and ensuring proper foot placement. Research suggests that peripheral visual cues play a large role in this online control, particularly in challenging situations.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cues*
  • Gait / physiology*
  • Humans
  • Psychomotor Performance / physiology*
  • Visual Fields*
  • Visual Perception / physiology*