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A thin foot switch.

J D Ross1, R B Ashman

  • 1Research Department, Texas Scottish Rite Hospital, Dallas 75219.

Journal of Biomechanics
|January 1, 1987
PubMed
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Researchers developed thin, durable foot switches for accurately measuring gait parameters. These novel switches provide a reliable method for indicating foot-to-floor contact in gait analysis.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Kinesiology

Background:

  • Accurate foot/floor contact detection is crucial for gait analysis.
  • Existing foot switches often lack durability or commercial availability.
  • A need exists for a convenient and reliable foot switch solution.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a method for constructing thin, durable foot switches.
  • To provide a practical solution for foot/floor contact indication in gait studies.

Main Methods:

  • Construction of 1 mm thin, durable foot switches.
  • Testing and validation of switches in a clinical gait analysis setting.

Main Results:

  • The developed foot switches demonstrated effective performance in indicating foot/floor contact.

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  • The thin and durable design proved suitable for gait analysis applications.

    • Conclusions:

    • The described method offers a viable approach to creating effective foot switches.
    • These switches can enhance the accuracy and convenience of gait parameter determination.