3D Kinematics and Kinetics
Eight high-speed video cameras simultaneously record the movement of the trunk and extremities as the child walks. These views are merged to construct a three-dimensional (3D) model that is then used to calculate joint motion in each of the three planes. The data can be represented in graphical form to show the dynamic range of motion during gait.
Force plates located in the floor of the testing space measure the three-dimensional torque and power generated by each foot strike. The direction and magnitude of the ground reaction forces on the lower extremities can then be calculated during the different phases of the gait cycle.
Force plates located in the floor of the testing space measure the three-dimensional torque and power generated by each foot strike. The direction and magnitude of the ground reaction forces on the lower extremities can then be calculated during the different phases of the gait cycle.
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After the data collection, your child can see what they look like on TV!
Sometimes special markers are used to look more closely at foot and finger movements.
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