Sarah Roelker

Sarah Roelker’s research in the UMass Neuromuscular Biomechanics Laboratory (NMBL) focuses on identifying the biomechanical and neuromuscular mechanisms underlying dynamic balance during locomotion and the impact of aging and aging-related conditions on mobility and fall-risk. The overall goal of her research is to identify modifiable biomechanical and neuromuscular targets to improve dynamic balance, decrease fall-risk, and promote mobility in individuals across the lifespan, with a particular emphasis on older adults and pregnant women. Her research leverages a combination of experimental and musculoskeletal modeling and simulation techniques to gain insights into muscle function, neuromuscular control, and dynamic balance during locomotion. 

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