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Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics
  • Sports Science
  • Wearable Technology

Background:

  • Vertical stiffness (Kvert) is a key biomechanical variable in running.
  • Accelerometers are increasingly used to measure performance metrics in sports.
  • The accuracy and reliability of accelerometer-derived Kvert require thorough investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the measurement accuracy of triaxial accelerometers for determining vertical stiffness (Kvert).
  • To examine the influence of accelerometer placement (scapulae vs. lumbar spine) on Kvert measurements.
  • To evaluate the reliability of accelerometer-derived Kvert during overground running.

Main Methods:

  • Seventeen healthy adults performed a 20-m shuttle run at 12 km/h wearing two triaxial accelerometers.
  • Accelerometer data were compared against force-plate ground contact data (criterion measure).
  • Measurements were repeated after 7 days to assess reliability.

Main Results:

  • Moderate correlations (r = 0.65–0.66) were found between accelerometer-derived and criterion Kvert.
  • Reliability of accelerometer-derived Kvert was questionable in both tested positions (ICC = 0.70–0.71).
  • Device location did not significantly influence the moderate correlations or questionable reliability.

Conclusions:

  • Triaxial accelerometers provide moderately accurate but unreliable Kvert measurements during overground running.
  • Caution is advised when utilizing accelerometer-derived Kvert for performance analysis in running.
  • Further research may be needed to improve the reliability of wearable sensors for biomechanical assessments.