AAPM&R National Grand Rounds: Accessible Technologies for the Practitioner: Showcasing the Latest Technologies in Biomechanics-AAPM&R National Grand Rounds: Accessible Technologies for the Practitioner: Showcasing the Latest Technologies in Biomechanics

AAPM&R National Grand Rounds: Accessible Technologies for the Practitioner: Showcasing the Latest Technologies in Biomechanics

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Dr. Heather Vincent discussed the use of technology in assessing biomechanics-related markers in clinical practice. She highlighted the importance of selecting the right technology based on clinic needs and patient population. She discussed various technologies, including gait analysis using markerless motion capture, mobile apps, and wearable sensors, balance and postural sway analysis using force plates and pressure mats, and plantar pressure analysis. Dr. Vincent also mentioned the use of IMUs (inertial measurement units) for motion capture and functional measurements. She provided examples of how these technologies can be applied in different clinical scenarios and emphasized the need for feedback and collaboration with technology developers to improve the quality and applicability of the technology. She concluded by recommending that clinics study their clinic workflow and patient needs and consider the strengths and limitations of different technologies before making a selection.

Keywords

biomechanics

technology

clinical practice

motion capture

wearable sensors

balance analysis

pressure mats

IMUs

clinical scenarios