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Gaitmap-An Open Ecosystem for IMU-Based Human Gait Analysis and Algorithm Benchmarking
Arne Kuderle1, Martin Ullrich1, Nils Roth1
1Machine Learning and Data Analytics LabFriedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) 91054 Erlangen Germany.
IEEE Open Journal of Engineering in Medicine and Biology
|March 15, 2024
Summary
This study introduces gaitmap, an open-source Python ecosystem for gait analysis using inertial measurement units (IMUs). It provides algorithms, datasets, and benchmarks to advance research and clinical applications for movement disorders.
Area of Science:
- Biomechanics
- Wearable Technology
- Software Engineering
Background:
- Gait analysis using inertial measurement units (IMUs) shows promise for monitoring movement disorders.
- Limited public data and open-source algorithms impede method comparison and clinical application development.
Purpose of the Study:
- Introduce the gaitmap ecosystem, an open-source Python package suite for IMU-based gait analysis.
- Facilitate the development and validation of new algorithms and clinical applications.
Main Methods:
- Release of over 20 state-of-the-art algorithms.
- Provision of access to seven public datasets.
- Inclusion of eight benchmark challenges with reference implementations.
Main Results:
- Established a comprehensive open-source ecosystem for IMU-based gait analysis.
- Enabled rapid development and validation of new gait analysis algorithms.
- Provided a foundation for novel clinical applications in movement disorder monitoring.
Conclusions:
- The gaitmap ecosystem represents a pioneering effort in open-source gait analysis.
- This work aims to democratize access to high-quality algorithms and promote reproducible research.
- It serves as a catalyst for open science in human gait analysis and related fields.
