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The evolution of clinical gait analysis. Part II kinematics
1Children's Hospital San Diego, 3020 Children's Way MC 5054, San Diego, CA 92123-4282, USA. dsutherland@chsd.org
Gait & Posture
|September 26, 2002
Summary
This manuscript details the early history of kinematics in clinical gait analysis, highlighting its foundational role alongside electromyography. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of these elements for comprehensive movement assessment.
Area of Science:
- Biomechanics
- Clinical Gait Analysis
- History of Science
Background:
- Clinical gait analysis integrates multiple components, including kinematics, electromyography, kinetics, and energy.
- This manuscript focuses on the early historical development of kinematics within this field.
- Kinesiological electromyography (KEMG) was crucial for understanding muscle dynamics, preceding kinematic advancements.
Observation:
- The historical development of clinical gait analysis is presented chronologically, with kinematics following electromyography.
- The author, an eyewitness, provides a firsthand account of early kinematic contributions.
- The separation of topics like kinematics and electromyography is an organizational choice, not a reflection of their standalone nature.
Findings:
- Kinematics emerged as a key area in the evolution of clinical gait analysis after initial developments in KEMG.
- Early investigators recognized the necessity of KEMG for understanding muscle actions.
- The manuscript acknowledges the growing body of literature on motion analysis in sports medicine, though it is only lightly covered.
Implications:
- Understanding the historical progression of kinematics is vital for appreciating its current role in clinical gait analysis.
- This historical perspective may encourage further research and recognition of pioneers in the field.
- Future historical accounts may offer broader recognition to a wider range of contributors shaping modern clinical gait analysis.
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