Essays about: "Gait Analysis"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 64 essays containing the words Gait Analysis.

  1. 11. Development of a subject specific 3D knee finite element model to estimate the effect of weight loss on cartilage biomechanics

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Biomedicinsk teknik

    Author : Julius Dahlgren; [2022]
    Keywords : biomechanics; knee; cartilage; subject-specific; finite element; FE; FEM; weight loss; osteoarthritis; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common musculoskeletal disorder that degrades articular cartilage and is a leading cause of disability worldwide. Overweight has been considered a major risk factor of knee OA, and it is known that weight loss may reduce the risk of knee OA. READ MORE

  3. 12. Why should 3D Gait Analysis be included in the Walking Pattern Assessment of individuals with Spinal Cord Injury? : Biomechanical analysis of gait and gait patterns in individuals with spinal cord injury

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)

    Author : Chiara Pollicini; [2022]
    Keywords : Spinal cord injury; 3D gait analysis; gait features; GDI; GPS; Clinical assessments; ASIA scale;

    Abstract : Background: The yearly incidence of people with Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) is between250,000 and 500,000, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The injury often reduces the ability to walk. Various consequences affect the nervous system and, thus, the entire body. READ MORE

  4. 13. Design of an Application Interface for Clinical Gait-Analysis

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för tillämpad fysik och elektronik

    Author : Robin Forsström; [2022]
    Keywords : Gait-analysis; GUI Prototype; Design thinking; User centered design; Usability; Gånganalys; Prototyp för användargränssnitt; Design thinking; Användarcentrerad design; Användarvänlighet;

    Abstract : A system that enables a cheap and accurate method to objectively measure the gait of patients has been developed at the university hospital of Umeå, and is undergoing clinical testing during the writing of this thesis. Presented in this thesis are the theory, process, and results of the development of a prototype and user interface, used for the analysis and presentation of the data from these gait measurements. READ MORE

  5. 14. An investigation of circumstances surrounding prosthetic users’ fall and fear of falling : A Cross-Sectional Survey

    University essay from Jönköping University/Hälsohögskolan; Jönköping University/HHJ. Ortopedteknisk plattform

    Author : Jens Dyekær Nielsen; Sara Overgaard Dich; [2022]
    Keywords : Fear of falling; prosthetic user; falls; physical and psychological factors; Falls Efficacy Scale-International; ABC; G-SAP; rädsla för att falla; protestanvändare; falla ramla; fysiska och psykologiska faktorer; Falls Efficacy Scale-International; Activities-specific Balance Confidence; ; Gait-Specific Attentional Profile;

    Abstract : SummaryBackground Prosthetic users face significant challenges both physically and psychologically. Falling poses a significant risk for the individual, and a consequence of this is gaining a fear of falling and self-imposed restrictions. These consequences can have a major impact on the individuals’ health and quality of life. READ MORE

  6. 15. Visuomotor coordination in people with nearsightedness : A study on gaze and lower body movement

    University essay from KTH/Medicinteknik och hälsosystem

    Author : Zhaoyuan Wan; [2022]
    Keywords : Visuomotor coordination; gait analysis; gaze behaviour; nearsightedness; motion capture; eye-tracking;

    Abstract : At least 2.6 billion people all over the world suffer from nearsightedness, among whom 312 million are under 19 years old. Just like other vision problems, uncorrected nearsightedness brings inconvenience to many human daily activities including walking. READ MORE