Article
Biophysics
Joshua A. Goreham, Michel Ladouceur, Kathleem F. E. Maclean
Summary: This research aimed to validate the use of a low-cost IMU system for measuring upper-limb joint angles. By comparing it to passive optical motion capture measures, it was found that the Notch (R) IMUs had significant differences and errors in measuring joint angles during simple ROM and complex functional daily tasks.
JOURNAL OF BIOMECHANICS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Zhou Fang, Sarah Woodford, Damith Senanayake, David Ackland
Summary: Inertial measurement units (IMUs) are widely used for evaluating human motion outside the laboratory. However, accurately quantifying upper limb motion using IMUs is still challenging. This systematic review evaluates different computational methods for converting IMU data to joint angles in the upper limb and assesses their accuracy compared to optoelectronic motion analysis. The review finds that the highest accuracy is achieved using Euler angle decomposition and Kalman-based filters. The study also highlights the difficulties in accurately tracking scapulothoracic and glenohumeral joint motion due to skin motion artifacts. Future research should focus on implementing functional joint axis calibrations and IMU-based scapula locators to address these challenges.
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Joana Barreto, Cesar Peixoto, Silvia Cabral, Andrew Mark Williams, Filipe Casanova, Bruno Pedro, Antonio P. Veloso
Summary: The use of IMUS for biomechanical analysis offers advantages over 2D/3D video-based analysis, particularly in analyzing movement in a natural performance environment and providing coaches with real-time access to detailed data for feedback optimization. Evaluation of the IMUS Xsens MVN Link system demonstrated its validity in providing useful data for training feedback.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Charmayne Mary Lee Hughes, Bao Tran, Amir Modan, Xiaorong Zhang
Summary: The study aimed to assess the ability of a low-cost single IMU sensor-based system to evaluate movement quality and efficiency. The results demonstrate that single IMU systems are a valid, reliable, and objective method for measuring movement kinematics.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Zhenyu Shuai, Anqi Dong, Haoyang Liu, Yixiong Cui
Summary: The purpose of this research was to assess the validity and reliability of the Perception Neuron motion capture system in clinically relevant lower limb functional tasks. The results showed that the system had good waveform similarity and acceptable differences in discrete parameters, indicating its potential for evaluating lower extremity joint kinematics in functional motions.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Sophia Otalora, Marcelo E. V. Segatto, Maxwell E. Monteiro, Marcela Munera, Camilo A. R. Diaz, Carlos A. Cifuentes
Summary: This article proposes a computational model for estimating muscle fatigue using wearable and non-invasive devices, and the results show that machine learning algorithms can accurately estimate fatigue states.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Martina Lapresa, Christian Tamantini, Francesco Scotto di Luzio, Marco Ferlazzo, Gianfranco Sorrenti, Flavio Corpina, Loredana Zollo
Summary: Kinematic analysis of human movement is crucial for medical and working scenarios. This study proposes a method using an anthropomorphic robot to assess the performance of M-IMUs in tracking specific ranges of human upper limb movements. The Root Mean Square Error is employed as the performance indicator. Experimental validation shows that a high percentage of trials exhibit low errors for the tested M-IMUs.
IEEE SENSORS JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Gustav Hoglund, Helena Grip, Fredrik Ohberg
Summary: The study found that the placement of sensors significantly affects the measured kinematic output, with the most prominent effects on the scapula during flexion and abduction, and on the forearm during pronation/supination. The results suggest specific placement recommendations for optimal motion assessment.
MEDICAL ENGINEERING & PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Lin Meng, Mengjuan Chen, Baihan Li, Feng He, Rui Xu, Dong Ming
Summary: This article proposes a novel inertial-based upper-limb motion assessment model with two layers, which enables simultaneous estimation of joint angles and positions. The model utilizes a sensor-to-segment dynamic calibration method and calculates joint angles based on orientation transforms between adjacent body segments. Joint positions are estimated using a forward kinematic chain. The model's performance is evaluated by comparing results with a Vicon reference system, achieving RMSEs below 5.79 degrees and 3.45 cm. The effects of motion type and motion plane on estimation accuracy are also explored.
IEEE SENSORS JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Mazen Al Borno, Johanna O'Day, Vanessa Ibarra, James Dunne, Ajay Seth, Ayman Habib, Carmichael Ong, Jennifer Hicks, Scott Uhlrich, Scott Delp
Summary: This study developed an open-source workflow to estimate lower extremity joint kinematics from IMU data and mitigate drift. The results showed that the IMU-based kinematic estimates agreed with the optical motion capture, and the drift was minimal over 10 minutes of continuous walking. The workflow could enable long-duration measurements and brings us closer to estimating kinematics in natural environments.
JOURNAL OF NEUROENGINEERING AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Mitchell Ekdahl, Alex Loewen, Ashley Erdman, Sarp Sahin, Sophia Ulman
Summary: This study evaluates IMUs as an alternative method to measure joint angle range of motion and compares it to optical motion capture. The results suggest that IMUs can be a viable alternative for sport-specific lower-extremity ROM measurement, but the selection of sensor-to-segment calibration methods should be based on the specific tasks and variables of interest.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Zhan Huan, Shiyun Lv, Zhenjie Hou, Jiuzhen Liang, Hongyang Geng
Summary: The study proposed and verified a regression angle offset model, which revealed the health status and pathological characteristics of the human body through evaluating gait symmetry during weight-bearing. It found that offset angles under different weight-bearing patterns could establish symmetry classification rules, and the evaluation strategy based on multiple sensors could analyze subtle differences in lower limb movement.
IEEE SENSORS JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Wenqi Liang, Fanjie Wang, Ao Fan, Wenrui Zhao, Wei Yao, Pengfei Yang
Summary: The estimation of lower-limb joint moments using inertial measurement units (IMUs) is important in joint injury risk evaluation and clinical diagnosis. This study compared the performance of seven different deep-learning models in predicting joint moments during locomotive activities. The best performance was achieved using the proposed model, which accurately estimated joint moments using a single shank-worn IMU.
BIOMEDICAL SIGNAL PROCESSING AND CONTROL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Long Liu, Jiayi Liu, Sen Qiu, Zhelong Wang, Hongyu Zhao, Masood Habib, Yongzhen Wang
Summary: This article proposes a motion-capture method based on inertial sensors to analyze the synchronized movements of two canoeists. The results show a significant correlation between the shoulder joint angles of the synchronized canoeists and the ability to analyze posture coordination. This research can help evaluate the synchronization effect of synchronized canoeing and improve technical movements, as well as assist coaches in selecting athletes with matching skills and styles.
IEEE SENSORS JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Lu Bai, Matthew G. Pepper, Yong Yan, Malcolm Phillips, Mohamed Sakel
Summary: The study demonstrates that our multi-sensor inertial sensing system can provide additional insights for motion quantification pre and post Botulinum Toxin treatment, with improvements observed in kinematic parameters and smoothness quantification parameters after treatment.
Article
Anesthesiology
Danielle Cristina Gomes, Ingrid Guerra Azevedo, Ana Gabriela Figueiredo Araujo, Norrara Scarlytt de Oliveira Holanda, Fabricio Anicio Magalhaes, Silvana Alves Pereira
Summary: The study aimed to verify the reliability of a custom-made MATLAB (R) App for analyzing thoracoabdominal mobility in newborns and comparing respiratory rate (RR) results between manual and automatic methods. The results showed good to excellent reliability and correlation between the methods, demonstrating the tool's effectiveness for bedside assessment in neonatal care.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MONITORING AND COMPUTING
(2022)
Article
Biophysics
Thales R. Souza, Wouter Schallig, Kirsten Veerkamp, Fabricio A. Magalhaes, Liria A. Okai-Nobrega, Sergio T. Fonseca, Marjolein M. van der Krogt
Summary: This study systematically investigated the actions of main lower limb muscles on the sagittal-plane angular kinematics of the hip, knee, and ankle joints during upright standing and gait. The observed muscle actions on crossed and non-crossed joints were phase- and task-specific.
JOURNAL OF BIOMECHANICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Silvia Fantozzi, Vittorio Coloretti, Maria Francesca Piacentini, Claudio Quagliarotti, Sandro Bartolomei, Giorgio Gatta, Matteo Cortesi
Summary: The objective of this study was to develop a user-friendly tool for evaluating the timing of stroke, kick, and breathing of swimmers on a stroke-by-stroke basis. Results showed that the newly developed algorithms had high agreement with the gold standard, indicating that the tool is accurate, reliable, and easy to use for stroke-by-stroke analysis.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sandro Bartolomei, Ivan Malagoli Lanzoni, Silvia Fantozzi, Matteo Cortesi
Summary: The aim of this study was to compare the acute non-localized post-activation performance enhancement of exercise protocols involving either the upper or lower body muscles. The results indicate that a high-intensity bench press protocol may induce a non-localized PAPE on the lower body, while a high-intensity squat protocol may not increase upper body power.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Simone Ciacci, Franco Merni, Gabriele Semprini, Giacomo Drusiani, Matteo Cortesi, Sandro Bartolomei
Summary: This study compared the biomechanical parameters of the best senior and youth Italian shot put athletes, finding significant differences in support time and force production in the final phase between the two age groups. Additionally, senior athletes exhibited lower force, release speed, and shot trajectory during double support compared to world-class athletes.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Ezio Preatoni, Elena Bergamini, Silvia Fantozzi, Lucie Giraud, Amaranta S. Orejel Bustos, Giuseppe Vannozzi, Valentina Camomilla
Summary: This article systematically reviewed the current state of research using wearable technologies to study musculoskeletal injuries in sport from a biomechanical perspective, summarizing and assessing multiple study features to propose guidelines and best practices for future research and dissemination in the field based on five main conclusions.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Silvia Fantozzi, Davide Borra, Matteo Cortesi, Alberto Ferrari, Simone Ciacci, Lorenzo Chiari, Ilaria Baroncini
Summary: This study evaluated gait initiation in iSCI patients using wearable inertial sensors. The results showed that in the aquatic condition, iSCI patients had a longer first step duration and lower accelerations in the upper and lower trunk. The estimation of these parameters can provide important information about control strategies in different environments.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Physiology
Claudio Quagliarotti, Matteo Cortesi, Vittorio Coloretti, Silvia Fantozzi, Giorgio Gatta, Marco Bonifazi, Paola Zamparo, Maria Francesca Piacentini
Summary: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of wetsuit use on biomechanical, physiological, and perceptual variables. The results showed that wetsuit use can reduce trunk incline, increase propelling proficiency, and decrease fatigue without modifying motor coordination. It is recommended to use a wetsuit during training sessions for increased comfort and positive effects on performance.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPORTS PHYSIOLOGY AND PERFORMANCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Sandro Bartolomei, Pasquale Montesanto, Ivan Malagoli Lanzoni, Giorgio Gatta, Matteo Cortesi, Silvia Fantozzi
Summary: The aim of this study was to compare the effects of high and low cuff pressures in blood-flow restriction resistance exercise on recovery response and muscle oxygenation. Results showed that high cuff pressure led to lower muscle oxygen saturation, however, it did not significantly affect isometric force, muscle architecture, and muscle soreness.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Davide Borra, Silvia Fantozzi, Maria Cristina Bisi, Elisa Magosso
Summary: In this study, the alpha and beta brain activity and connectivity during reaching preparation were investigated using EEG technology. The results suggest that alpha and beta oscillations play different functional roles in the preparation of reaching, with alpha mediating inhibition of ipsilateral sensorimotor areas and disinhibition of visual areas, and beta coordinating disinhibition of contralateral sensorimotor and visuomotor areas.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Claudio Quagliarotti, Vittorio Coloretti, Emanuele Dello Stritto, Sarah Cuccurullo, Jessica Acalai, Romuald Lepers, Silvia Fantozzi, Matteo Cortesi, Maria Francesca Piacentini
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate biomechanical and perceptual variables during swimming training in different mental fatigue states. The results showed that mental fatigue did not have an effect on swimming biomechanics, but the warm-up may have counteracted its negative effects.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sandro Bartolomei, Alessio D'Amico, Filippo Treno, Matteo Cortesi, Stefano Pagliara, Sergio Mignardi
Summary: This study compared muscle architecture and performance between male and female elite Field Hockey players, finding that male players had higher muscle thickness and lower echo intensity in lower body muscles compared to female players. Male players also demonstrated superior performance in bench press power and 30 m sprint. The study suggests that echo intensity, along with other sprint and power assessments, may be an important parameter for elite Field Hockey players.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
