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Perspectives on biomechanical data: a cross-disciplinary survey of current practices, challenges, and future needs
Jonas Borsch1, David Schnur1, Sebastian Roth1
1Department of Mathematics, Informatics and Technology, 120189 University of Applied Sciences Koblenz , Joseph-Rovan-Allee 2, 53424 Remagen, Germany.
Objectives:
The objective of this study was to assess the current usage, challenges, and specific needs regarding biomechanical data, with a focus on gait analysis, across a diverse field such as sports performance, clinical rehabilitation, and occupational health.
Methods:
We conducted a survey among more than 300 institutions in the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland). Of 49 individuals who began the survey, 24 submitted complete responses.
Results:
Findings indicate that participants recognize the value of biomechanical data, yet adoption of publicly available datasets is hindered by inconsistent formats, limited metadata, and strict privacy regulations. Respondents emphasized standardized documentation and clearer guidelines to facilitate sharing and collaboration. Many institutions are overwhelmed by legal compliance, with data proception laws posing significant hurdles to effective usage.
Conclusions:
The results highlight the need to (1) establish standardized file formats, (2) improve metadata quality, (3) develop transparent, consistent data-sharing protocols, and (4) clarify legal frameworks for compliance.
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