Reviewing Gait Analysis Methods & How They Compare to Plantar Pressure Measurement Technology

21/04/2022 16 min
Reviewing Gait Analysis Methods & How They Compare to Plantar Pressure Measurement Technology

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Bruce Malkinson (XSENSOR Technology Corporation) is joined by Paul Graham (Stepforce) to discuss clinical gait assessments and how the analysis of plantar pressure data has become crucial in understanding dynamic weight bearing function.Key Takeaways:Learn what gait analysis methods exist for clinicians to perform assessment protocols and how they compare to one another, including their areas of analysis and pros and cons.Understand the different types of plantar pressure analysis tools including walkway sensors, insole sensors, and treadmills and how these can be used in daily clinical practices.Experience an overview of human gait analysis from its earliest uses and how these methods paved the way for modern plantar pressure measurement technology.Speakers:Bruce Malkinson, Chief Operating OfficerXSENSOR TechnologyPaul Graham, Founder of Stepforce, Musculoskeletal Podiatrist, & Clinical Educator in Plantar Pressure AnalysisStepforce

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