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  • 1Dipartimento di Tecnologie e Salute, Istituto Superiore di Sanità, Rome, Italy. claudia.giacomozzi@iss.it

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Standardized testing methods for accurate plantar pressure measurement devices (PMDs) were developed. This research ensures reliable data for clinical and research applications, improving device assessment and use.

Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics
  • Medical Device Engineering
  • Metrology

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  • Accurate plantar pressure measurements are crucial for clinical diagnostics and research.
  • Variability in accuracy, precision, and reliability of pressure measurement devices (PMDs) hinders standardization and reliable data collection.

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  • To design, validate, and implement dedicated testing methods for PMD assessment.
  • To establish standardized procedures for both in-factory and on-the-field evaluations of PMDs.
  • To address the lack of standardization in PMD assessment.

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  • Development of a general-purpose experimental setup for assessing PMDs with diverse sensor technologies.
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  • Preliminary assessment of five commercial PMDs using the developed methods.

    • Main Results:

    • Definition of an appropriate set of instruments and procedures for technical PMD assessment.
    • Identification of a minimum set of significant parameters for characterizing PMD performance.
    • Establishment of recommendations for manufacturers and end-users regarding PMD use.

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    • The developed testing methods provide a foundation for standardizing PMD assessment.
    • The study offers guidance for improving the technical characterization and application of PMDs.
    • Recommendations aim to enhance the appropriate use of PMDs in clinical and research settings.