Using an optical proximity sensor to measure foot clearance during gait: agreement with motion analysis

Andrew Kerr, Danny Rafferty, Philippa M. Dall, Philip Smit, Peter Barrie

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Abstract

Foot clearance is an important measurement variable in understanding trip falls. Current methods for measuring foot clearance are limited by their inability to capture multiple steps and confinement to a laboratory. Given that variation in this parameter is considered a factor in trip falling, it's measurement in the field over multiple steps would be valuable. The development of an optical proximity sensor (OPS) has created the opportunity to collect this type of data. This study aimed to test the validity of an OPS through comparison with a motion capture system.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)31004-31009
Number of pages6
JournalJournal of Medical Devices
Volume4
Issue number3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Sept 2010

Keywords

  • gait
  • motion analysis
  • foot clearance
  • optimal proximity sensor

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