We are currently looking to recognize not only steps but detailed gait data (e.g. Shape Context and Linear Time Normalized) based on smartphone accelerometer data. We appreciate hints to existing software solutions (Android, iOS or device independent) as well as related work on the topic. Also, we would like to connect with other groups working on that subject.
We will use this data to support movement training as well as everyday walking activities of older adults (typically aged between 60 and 85).
Able to determine temporal and spatial parameter eg. gait speed, cadence step length
I have no direct answer to your question but a suggestion for extended use of the data once you will be able to accurately measure gait by the method you intend to implement. Gait particularities in persons suffering from longstanding diabetes are indicative of peripheral neuropathy. If based on your measure you could provide direct feedback to the smart phone user, inviting him/her to ask his/her healthcare provider (e.g. nurse practitionner, primary care physician, podiatrist) for a check cocerning the risk of diabetic foot complications and eventually amputation.A link of this type could then facilitate instruction, therapeutic patient education and provision of supportive measures to prevent complications.
Hello,
I am a second year exercise science student and currently investigating difference in gait coordination when manipulating step length, cadence and toe in toe out in both healthy and non-healthy populations, young and old. Would you know of any normative data? or articles that you would recommend.
Thanks in advance.
Regards
Lisa
For sure you may consider using a combination of BLE sensors combined with a smart phone app ... both MbientLab (https://mbientlab.com) and NOTCH (https://wearnotch.com) provide developer resources and examples ... Im using them to pilot study movement/gait analysis in connection to rehabilitation ... hope this helps ....
thank you Timothy that's very helpful...we have been provided with some data on gait and cadence and was wishing to compare it to normative data based on current research.
There are additional apps and methods on the SmartPhone that allow measuring gait velocity and comparing values with normative data required household and community ambulatory.
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