Technologies and Techniques in Gait Analysis
past, present and future
$419.56
- Hardcover
378 pages
- Release Date
9 June 2022
Summary
Gait analysis is the study of the walking or running pattern of an individual. This can include spatial and temporal measurements such as step length, stride length and speed along with angular measurements of various joints and the interplay between various parts like the foot, hip, pelvis or spine when walking. Gait analysis can be used to assess clinical conditions and design effective rehabilitation; for example, following limb injury or amputation, or other disorders such as a stroke or …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781839531316 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1839531312 |
| Author: | Nachiappan Chockalingam |
| Publisher: | Institution of Engineering and Technology |
| Imprint: | Institution of Engineering and Technology |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 378 |
| Release Date: | 9 June 2022 |
| Weight: | 772g |
| Dimensions: | 234mm x 156mm |
| Series: | Healthcare Technologies |
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About The Author
Nachiappan Chockalingam
Nachiappan Chockalingam is a Professor of Clinical Biomechanics and Director of the Centre for Biomechanics and Rehabilitation Technologies at Staffordshire University, UK. He is a chartered engineer, registered clinical scientist, a Fellow of the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine and a member of numerous professional organisations. He holds visiting professorships in Malta, India and China. He has over 700 research outputs, including over 240 full research manuscripts and he reviews for numerous journals and grant-awarding bodies worldwide. His research has received funding from various international bodies including the European Commission and British Council. He is involved in charitable and non-profit organisations to help the wider global community on healthy ageing and assistive technology which aid mobility. His current activities at Staffordshire University focuses on translational research. He has played a pivotal role in bringing various allied health professionals to the wider biomechanics and medical engineering community.
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