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What does HS stand for?

Heel Strike (ergonomics)


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Hebrew Scriptures (Old Testament)
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Helioseismology
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Helter Skelter (Beatles song)
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Henschel (aircraft; Henschel Flugwerke AG; Germany)
Heparan Sulfate
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Hermetically Sealed
Hernial Sac

Samples in periodicals archive:
design aesthetics like incorporating: forefoot and heel strike zone have gone a long way in striking that perfect balance.
The use of cushioned forefoot and heel strike zones aids in comfort as well as in enabling proper posture.
Far from the master passes and headers executed by real football stars, the dancers strike the ball in time with the heel strikes of flamenco dancers and the sound of the castanets.
The heel area is especially thick to help cushion each stride as the heel strikes the ground.
A spring-loaded pawl locks the knee automatically when the knee fully extends prior to heel strike (Figure 1(a)).
A change in running style to eliminate overstriding and softening your heel strike can also contribute to a reduction of shin splints in the long term.
The "trunk leading strategy," altered heel strike pattern, and minimal or no hip extension are all gait abnormalities (17-19) that could contribute to disruption of the automated locomotor (stepping) pattern (20) and gait variability.
The front foot should always have a good heel strike and then roll on to the ball of the foot.

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