PostureBiomechanicsPatternsSelected gait-speedKinematicsDifferent gaitPhasesHumansBipedal locomotionVariabilityAnimal gaitsParametersCycleNeuralLower extremityLimbOptimalDisordersStrideDynamicsCharacteristicsTypicallyFatigueVelocitiesStabilityOlder adultsPathologicalVelocityHumanPredictionMovementsLocomotorQuantitativeAssessAnalysisHeel contactInjuriesRecognitionMeasuresStableLargelyIndividualsWalkingAutomaticEquilibriumDysfunctionFunctionalControlCritical
Posture2
- Gait Posture 25(4):604-614. (springer.com)
- Among motor symptoms and signs, the cardinal ones (bradykinesia, rest tremor, and rigidity) are mainly ascribed to the loss of dopaminergic neurons [ 4 ], but those involving posture, balance, and gait are largely secondary to degeneration of nondopaminergic pathways and significantly contribute to impairment and disability in advanced PD patients [ 5 ]. (hindawi.com)
Biomechanics3
- Effects of quadriceps fatigue on the biomechanics of gait and slip propensity. (cdc.gov)
- This vigorous activity causes fatigue, which may have combined effects on gait stability and biomechanics that increase the risk for acute injury. (lww.com)
- Study Gait Biomechanics using smart web & mobile flashcards created by top students, teachers, and professors. (brainscape.com)
Patterns7
- Varied gaits are characterized by differences such as limb movement patterns, overall velocity, forces, kinetic and potential energy cycles, and changes in contact with the ground. (wikipedia.org)
- However, studies have identified that gait patterns in deafferented or immobilized animals are more simplistic than in neurologically intact animals. (wikipedia.org)
- Analysis and simulations are performed for a simplified model of a commercially available variant on the skateboard, known as the Snakeboard.1 Although the model exhibits basic gait patterns seen in a large number of locomotion problems, the analysis tools currently available do not apply to this problem. (queensu.ca)
- We also perform some numerical simulations of the gait patterns. (queensu.ca)
- A particular form of gait and the most common of human locomotor patterns. (physio-pedia.com)
- Our results also showed walking speed did not have a major influence on the overall gait phase recognition accuracy for people with typical gait patterns. (kth.se)
- Movements patterns change as people move from one terrain to another, i.e. transition from one locomotion mode to another. (kth.se)
Selected gait-speed1
- We compared freely selected gait-speed distributions with previous laboratory measures of gait dynamics and energetics. (biologists.com)
Kinematics2
- The developed system studies lower body motion in terms of gait parameters and joint kinematics. (miuegypt.edu.eg)
- Although no studies have investigated the combined effect of inclined walking, backpack load carriage, and/or fatigue on gait, there is evidence that each of these factors has an isolated effect on the kinematics, kinetics, and/or spatiotemporal gait characteristics of walking. (lww.com)
Different gait1
- The proposed CNN was able to capture kinematic characteristics in raw IMU data, such as linear acceleration, rotational velocity, and magnetic field, and distinguish different gait phases. (kth.se)
Phases5
- The gait cycle (GC), in its simplest form, consists of stance and swing phases. (medscape.com)
- The first 2 gait phases (0-10% GC) occur during initial double support. (medscape.com)
- Such synchronous phasic stimulation led to increased activity of flexor or extensor muscles during the swing or stance gait phases, respectively. (europa.eu)
- The overall aim of this thesis was to predict human motion through data-driven approaches and musculoskeletal simulations using wearable sensors and ML. A deterministic machine learning approach using a convolutional neural network (CNN) was first proposed to segment gait cycles into five phases based on experimental IMU data in subjects at different walking speeds. (kth.se)
- In recognizing all gait phases, it achieved an overall accuracy of 97.5% on a well-trained model, with up to 99.6% accuracy in detecting the swing phase. (kth.se)
Humans4
- Human gaits are the various ways in which humans can move, either naturally or as a result of specialized training. (wikipedia.org)
- Each gait can be generally categorized as either natural (one that humans use instinctively) or trained (a non-instinctive gait learned via training). (wikipedia.org)
- Unlike humans, ostriches transition to a run well below the mechanical limit necessitating an aerial phase, as predicted by a compass-gait walking model. (biologists.com)
- The evolutionary emergence of humans' remarkably economical walking gait remains a focus of research and debate, but experimentally validated approaches linking locomotor capability to postcranial anatomy are limited. (duke.edu)
Bipedal locomotion1
- Legged robots, biologically-inspired robots, humanoid and bipedal locomotion. (whiterose.ac.uk)
Variability3
- In this study, we aimed to explore the differences in bilateral coordination of gait as measured by the phase coordination index (PCI), gait asymmetry, and stride time variability of gait between four age groups. (humankinetics.com)
- Vigorous activity increases variability in the rhythmic stepping (stride time and stride length) and balance control (double support time and stride width) mechanisms of gait. (lww.com)
- The increased stride time and stride length variability may compromise the stability of gait during and after vigorous walking. (lww.com)
Animal gaits1
- Analogous to animal gaits, they exhibit optimal effectiveness at specific velocities, necessitating the transitions between them for enhanced locomotion proficiency. (whiterose.ac.uk)
Parameters3
- These findings provide new insights into the biomechanical relationship between localized muscle fatigue and gait parameters associated with slip propensity. (cdc.gov)
- The present study concluded that localized muscle fatigue affects gait parameters and hence can be considered as a potential risk factor for slip-induced falls. (cdc.gov)
- Gait parameters were analysed during the spontaneous locomotion of the mice with footprinting. (bvsalud.org)
Cycle6
- This information is then related to normal and abnormal motions during the gait cycle, providing the most comprehensive description of human locomotion ever published. (anatomytrains.co.uk)
- Additionally, there was increased knee flexion and reduced ankle dorsiflexion at the heel contact phase of the gait cycle during fatigue trials. (cdc.gov)
- A study by Ricci et al demonstrated the importance of the pubic rami in maintaining pelvic integrity during loading in the gait cycle. (medscape.com)
- There are loads of reference videos of different people walking with different gaits, some DuDuF IK and Animation Tools for Adobe After Effects, Animating a Walk-Cycle Using Loop Expressions, and Walk Cycles in MAXON CINEMA 4D. (toolfarm.com)
- Ground reaction forces (GRFs), muscle activities, and segmental accelerations within a gait cycle were analyzed in this study. (scirp.org)
- The gait cycle is the time from when the heel of one foot touches the ground to the time the same heel touches the ground again or a repetitive pattern involving steps and strides. (physio-pedia.com)
Neural1
- This paper intends to investigate the hypothesis that gait dynamics have meaning and may be useful in providing insight into the neural control of locomotion. (scirp.org)
Lower extremity2
- This study examines how lower extremity fatigue of the quadriceps alters gait variables related to slip propensity. (cdc.gov)
- A consistent sequence of motions is performed at each of the lower extremity joints during locomotion. (medscape.com)
Limb1
- A gait is a manner of limb movements made during locomotion. (wikipedia.org)
Optimal2
- A series of simulations were conducted to determine the optimal Froude number ranges for various gaits and to validate the generality of this method by applying it to four distinct quadrupeds. (whiterose.ac.uk)
- Hreljac A (1993) Preferred and energetically optimal gait transition speeds in human locomotion. (springer.com)
Disorders1
- Gait disorders lead to a loss of personal freedom, falls and injuries and result in a marked reduction in the quality of life . (physio-pedia.com)
Stride1
Dynamics1
- Here, we used GPS-IMU sensors to measure naturally selected gait dynamics of ostriches roaming freely over a wide range of speeds in an open field and developed a quantitative method for distinguishing walking and running using accelerometry. (biologists.com)
Characteristics5
- 1. Gait recognition is proposed to show how behavioral walking characteristics can be used to recognize if they have a problem or not. (miuegypt.edu.eg)
- According to this scoring, gait characteristics were regulated as 0 was normal, and as 5 was the worst. (scite.ai)
- Stochastic resonance (SR) technology has been used to stabilize spatiotemporal gait characteristics of elderly individuals but has not been tested on healthy recreational athletes. (lww.com)
- Spatiotemporal gait characteristics were calculated when SR was ON and OFF for the BASELINE period, the MAX perceived exertion period, and the POST period. (lww.com)
- This quantitative gait analysis aids to illuminate a better understanding of the mobility-related disease such as RRMS characteristics. (scirp.org)
Typically4
- forefoot strike - toe-heel: ball of foot lands first mid-foot strike - heel and ball land simultaneously heel strike - heel-toe: heel of foot lands, then plantar flexes to ball In sprinting, gait typically features a forefoot strike, but the heel does not contact the ground. (wikipedia.org)
- During relatively slow locomotion, for example when animals explore the environment, they typically exhibit left-right asynchronous/alternating gaits, such as walk and trot. (elifesciences.org)
- which are typically associated with bound/gallop gaits ( Bellardita and Kiehn, 2015 ). (elifesciences.org)
- Locomotion modes are typically labeled between two gait events, foot contact (FC) and toe off (TO). (kth.se)
Fatigue1
Velocities2
- For successful gait transitions, stability and suitable velocities are essential to maintain efficiency. (whiterose.ac.uk)
- We then developed a long short-term (LSTM) network to predict both gait phase (loading response, midstance, terminal stance, pre-swing, and swing) and gait trajectory (angular velocities of thigh, shank, and foot segments) in up to the subsequent 200ms, based on immediately prior data. (kth.se)
Stability1
- The joint motion during this phase allows the transfer of weight onto the new stance phase leg while attenuating shock, preserving gait velocity, and maintaining stability. (medscape.com)
Older adults1
Pathological2
Velocity2
- In this study, a bio-inspired gait transition method has been devised, capitalising on the Froude number-a parameter characterising the velocity at which different-sized quadrupeds alter their gaits. (whiterose.ac.uk)
- Slight variations occur in the percentage of stance and swing related to gait velocity. (medscape.com)
Human11
- Gait recognition is the systematic study of locomotion, more specifically the study of human motion, using the eye and the brain of observers, expanded by instruments for measuring body movements, body mechanics, and the action of the muscles. (miuegypt.edu.eg)
- Human gait recognition is one of these methods, where a person's movement could be used for identifying a person. (miuegypt.edu.eg)
- With more than 1000 references and 530 illustrations, Dr. Michaud's text on human locomotion presents a logical approach to the examination, assessment, treatment and prevention of gait-related injuries. (anatomytrains.co.uk)
- Human Locomotion also discusses a wide range of conservative interventions, including a detailed guide to manual therapies, a complete review of every aspect of orthotic intervention, along with illustrated explanations of hundreds of rehabilitative stretches and exercises. (anatomytrains.co.uk)
- Human gait is defined as bipedal forward propulsion of the center of gravity of the human body, in which there are sinuous movements of different segments of the body with little energy spent. (wikipedia.org)
- Human gaits are classified in various ways. (wikipedia.org)
- Human gait is symmetric and bilaterally coordinated in young healthy persons. (humankinetics.com)
- H. Yu and T. Sarkodie-Gyan, "Towards a Methodology for the Differential Analysis in Human Locomotion: A Pilot Study on the Participation of Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis," Engineering , Vol. 4 No. 10B, 2012, pp. 20-26. (scirp.org)
- Human gait depends on a complex interplay of major parts of the nervous , musculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory systems. (physio-pedia.com)
- Thus, it is valuable to be able to measure and analyse human gait. (physio-pedia.com)
- The ostrich ( Struthio camelus ) is widely appreciated as a fast and agile bipedal athlete, and is a useful comparative bipedal model for human locomotion. (biologists.com)
Prediction2
- The control computer ran a custom made C++ application which collected the recordings, performed the prediction of the gait states using the LDA algorithm and, upon prediction, sent the commands to initiate the stimulation protocols. (europa.eu)
- We integrated locomotion mode prediction and gait event identification into one machine learning framework comprising two multilayer perceptrons (MLP), using fused data from two types of wearable sensors, namely EMG sensors and IMUs. (kth.se)
Movements1
- In this way, we enhanced the locomotion without disrupting the natural rhythmic alternation of movements. (europa.eu)
Locomotor3
- A series of recent studies identified key structures in the mesencephalic locomotor region and the caudal brainstem of mice involved in the initiation and control of slow (exploratory) and fast (escape-type) locomotion and gait. (elifesciences.org)
- We suggest that brainstem control of locomotion is mediated by two pathways, one controlling locomotor speed via connections to rhythm generating circuits in the spinal cord and the other providing gait control by targeting commissural and long propriospinal interneurons. (elifesciences.org)
- reduces locomotor speed and - depending on the targeted nucleus and initial locomotor speed - can halt locomotion completely. (elifesciences.org)
Quantitative1
Assess2
- To assess the performance of the gait transitions, a series of hardware experiments were executed, demonstrating a variety of gait transitions, comparing the proposed transition method with existing alternatives and testing its generality. (whiterose.ac.uk)
- CatWalk XT is a highly sensitive tool to assess gait and locomotion. (noldus.com)
Analysis2
- In this work, we focus on developing a low-cost, gait analysis system and gait identification to be used in unconstrained locations. (miuegypt.edu.eg)
- Gait analysis is one method used to evaluate both preclinical OA models and OA patients. (duke.edu)
Heel contact1
- While this term is appropriate in normal gait, many patients achieve heel contact later in the GC, if at all. (medscape.com)
Injuries2
- Despite the widespread prevalence of gait-related injuries, the majority of health care practitioners continue to rely on outdated and ineffective treatment protocols emphasizing passive interventions, such as anti-inflammatory medications and rest. (anatomytrains.co.uk)
- The final chapter summarizes state-of-the-art, proven conservative treatment interventions, providing specific protocols for dozens of common gait-related injuries, including Achilles tendinitis, plantar fasciitis, stress fractures and hamstring strains. (anatomytrains.co.uk)
Recognition1
- Gait recognition is utilized to evaluate and treat people with conditions influencing their capacity to walk. (miuegypt.edu.eg)
Measures1
- Comparative effects of multilevel muscle tendon surgery, osteotomies, and dorsal rhizotomy on functional and gait outcome measures for children with cerebral palsy. (duke.edu)
Stable2
- By formulating a set of governing equations contingent on the Froude number, stable gait transitions can be generated. (whiterose.ac.uk)
- Insects are great models for robots because bugs have an extremely stable and efficient model of locomotion: the tripod gait. (skepchick.org)
Largely1
- In some individuals the gait pattern is largely unchanged (the leg and foot positions are identical in barefoot and shoes), but the wedge shape of the padding moves the point of impact back from the forefoot to the mid-foot. (wikipedia.org)
Individuals1
- Our results provide a substantial step for the development of ESCS-based neuroprostheses in order to reestablish locomotion in paralyzed individuals. (europa.eu)
Walking6
- Gait acknowledgment is based on the notion that each person includes an unmistakable and peculiar way of walking. (miuegypt.edu.eg)
- Examples of the latter include hand walking and specialized gaits used in martial arts. (wikipedia.org)
- This study explicitly shows that bilateral coordination of walking is modified by gait speed, and deteriorates only at a very old age. (humankinetics.com)
- Herein, we determined if sustained vigorous walking on an inclined surface while carrying a load destabilizes gait and if SR has a further effect. (lww.com)
- Walking is an integral part of our daily locomotion and an important indicator of health. (physio-pedia.com)
- On rough and uneven terrain (such as stairs, rocks, hills), walking machines are expected to have better locomotion capabilities compared to wheeled machines. (dlr.de)
Automatic2
- Automatic extraction of important gait feature focuses should be accessible from a video in order to automate the classification process. (miuegypt.edu.eg)
- The central nervous system regulates gait in a highly ordered fashion through a combination of voluntary and automatic processes. (wikipedia.org)
Equilibrium1
- The experiment was carried out with the objective of evaluating a methodology to estimate the angulation and equilibrium condition, relating them to gait score and the main diseases of the locomotion system in males and females of commercial broiler strains. (scite.ai)
Dysfunction1
Functional1
- His research has focussed on functional constraints during breathing and locomotion in mammals and birds. (manchester.ac.uk)
Control1
Critical1
- Since there is no exact instance for discriminating the transition between two locomotion modes, we identified TO as the critical gait event. (kth.se)