Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Development of Analytical Methods01:21

Development of Analytical Methods

2.4K
An analytical methodology can be divided into four sequential steps: technique, method, procedure, and protocol. A technique is a scientific principle that rationalizes a specific phenomenon through chemical measurements. Adapting a technique for analyzing a sample of interest is termed a method. The procedure outlines the directions for performing the analysis via an analytical method. The protocol is the detailed guidelines on the procedure, which should be strictly followed to obtain the...
2.4K
Dimensional Analysis03:40

Dimensional Analysis

65.3K
Dimensional analysis, also known as the factor label method, is a versatile approach for mathematical operations. The main principle behind this approach is: the units of quantities must be subjected to the same mathematical operations as their associated numbers. This method can be applied to computations ranging from simple unit conversions to more complex and multi-step calculations involving several different quantities and their units.
Conversion Factors and Dimensional Analysis
The unit...
65.3K
Dimensional Analysis01:27

Dimensional Analysis

697
Dimensional analysis is a valuable technique in fluid mechanics for simplifying complex problems by reducing them into dimensionless groups. These groups capture the essential relationships between the variables involved, allowing researchers and engineers to analyze fluid flow without dealing with each variable individually. This approach reduces the number of independent variables, allowing for easier analysis and better understanding of physical phenomena.
In fluid mechanics, dimensional...
697
Dimensional Analysis01:23

Dimensional Analysis

2.2K
Dimensional analysis is a powerful tool that is used in physics and engineering to understand and predict the behavior of physical systems. The basic idea behind dimensional analysis is to express physical quantities in terms of fundamental dimensions such as the mass, length, and time. Derived dimensions like the velocity, acceleration, and force are derived from the combinations of these fundamental dimensions.
Dimensional analysis allows us to analyze and compare physical quantities on a...
2.2K
Sustainable Development01:43

Sustainable Development

15.2K
As the human population continues to grow and use resources, we must be mindful of our planet’s natural limits. Sustainable development provides a pathway to maintain and improve human life now while also ensuring that future generations will have the resources that they need. The long-term success of sustainability efforts rests on understanding the interplay between human actions and ecological systems.
15.2K
Methods for Studying Drug Absorption: In vitro01:16

Methods for Studying Drug Absorption: In vitro

648
In vitro experiments are crucial for understanding the transport and absorption of drugs through biological materials. These studies employ varied methods such as the diffusion cell method, the everted sac technique, and the everted ring technique.
The diffusion cell method uses a two-compartment cell, including a donor compartment with the drug solution, which simulates the environment where the drug is applied, and a receptor compartment with a buffer solution, which simulates the environment...
648

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Evaluating the Effectiveness of sEMG Biofeedback for Posture Training and Scoliosis Management.

BioMed research international·2026
Same author

AI-Enhanced Modular Material Selection for Patient-Specific Diabetic Insoles via Silicone Molding.

Human factors·2026
Same author

Research priorities for data science and artificial intelligence in global health: an international consensus exercise.

The Lancet. Global health·2026
Same author

A multi-directional mass-spring-damper model for simulating nonlinear breast dynamics during physical activity.

Computer methods in biomechanics and biomedical engineering·2026
Same author

Comfort During Motion: Analyzing the Pressure Profile of Auxetic Bra Pads.

Materials (Basel, Switzerland)·2025
Same author

Enzyme-Inspired Hydrogen-Bonded Organic Frameworks for Synergistic Capture, Detection, and Degradation of Nerve Agent Simulants.

Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany)·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 15, 2026

Hi-C: A Method to Study the Three-dimensional Architecture of Genomes.
22:27

Hi-C: A Method to Study the Three-dimensional Architecture of Genomes.

Published on: May 6, 2010

411.9K

Developing a Three-Dimensional (3D) Assessment Method for Clubfoot-A Study Protocol.

Balasankar Ganesan1,2, Ameersing Luximon1, Adel A Al-Jumaily2

  • 1Institute of Textiles and Clothing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Kowloon, Hong Kong.

Frontiers in Physiology
|January 23, 2018
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

This study introduces a novel 3D assessment for clubfoot (congenital talipes equinovarus) severity and treatment progress. It also explores thermophysiological changes during casting interventions for clubfoot.

Keywords:
3D scanningautomatic assessment methodclubfoot assessmentinfrared thermography

More Related Videos

Protocol for Three-dimensional Confocal Morphometric Analysis of Astrocytes
09:13

Protocol for Three-dimensional Confocal Morphometric Analysis of Astrocytes

Published on: December 11, 2015

9.4K
Three-Dimensional 3D Tumor Spheroid Invasion Assay
12:19

Three-Dimensional 3D Tumor Spheroid Invasion Assay

Published on: May 1, 2015

59.7K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 15, 2026

Hi-C: A Method to Study the Three-dimensional Architecture of Genomes.
22:27

Hi-C: A Method to Study the Three-dimensional Architecture of Genomes.

Published on: May 6, 2010

411.9K
Protocol for Three-dimensional Confocal Morphometric Analysis of Astrocytes
09:13

Protocol for Three-dimensional Confocal Morphometric Analysis of Astrocytes

Published on: December 11, 2015

9.4K
Three-Dimensional 3D Tumor Spheroid Invasion Assay
12:19

Three-Dimensional 3D Tumor Spheroid Invasion Assay

Published on: May 1, 2015

59.7K

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Pediatric Medicine

Background:

  • Congenital talipes equinovarus (clubfoot) is a common birth defect affecting 1 in 1,000 live births.
  • Accurate assessment of clubfoot severity and treatment progress is crucial for effective intervention.
  • Current methods may not fully capture the complex structural changes in clubfoot.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate a 3D assessment method for evaluating initial clubfoot severity.
  • To monitor structural and thermophysiological changes in clubfoot during serial casting.
  • To establish a baseline for normal foot thermophysiology for comparison.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized Kinect 3D scanner and Infrared thermography (IRT) camera for data acquisition.
  • Recruited 10 children with clubfoot (<2 years old) and 10 unaffected controls.
  • Collected weekly 3D and thermal imaging data over 6-8 casting sessions, measuring angles, distances, and skin temperature.

Main Results:

  • The study established a methodology for quantifying clubfoot deformity using 3D parameters.
  • Collected preliminary data on structural and thermophysiological changes during clubfoot treatment.
  • Identified potential correlations between thermal patterns and clubfoot severity/treatment response.

Conclusions:

  • A novel 3D assessment method shows promise for objective clubfoot evaluation.
  • Thermophysiological monitoring may offer insights into treatment efficacy and foot development.
  • Further research is warranted to validate these findings in larger cohorts.