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, a researcher in the field of exercise medicine and physical rehabilitation, discusses the use of technology in assessing biomechanics and improving patient care. She highlights the importance of selecting technologies that align with clinic goals, considering patient needs and interests, and assessing the resources and opportunities available. Dr. Vincent provides an overview of various technologies, including markerless motion capture, gait apps and sensors, force plates, balance mats, and wearable sensors. She emphasizes the benefits and limitations of each technology and suggests starting with a technology that meets the most important goals and building from there. Dr. Vincent also discusses the use of technology in assessing gait outcomes, balance and postural sway, reaction time, and functional tasks. She provides examples of how these technologies can be incorporated into different clinical settings. Overall, Dr. Vincent highlights the importance of understanding clinic needs and utilizing technology to enhance patient care and outcomes.

Keywords

exercise medicine

physical rehabilitation

technology

biomechanics

patient care

selecting technologies

gait apps

wearable sensors

clinical settings