Application of multimedia to the study of human movement
Computerised motion analysis is a powerful technique for the diagnosis of abnormalities (especially problems with walking) and monitoring the results of therapy. However, despite the now widespread availability of motion analysis equipment, it has remained primarily a research tool in centres of excellence. This is due to a lack of familiarity of biomechanical terminology amongst clinicians and therapists, and the complexity of the technology required to capture and analyse motion. Using digital video and other multimedia techniques, a software package called Motion Toolbox has been developed, with an intuitive graphical interface. This simplifies and speeds up the analysis and facilitates an intuitive understanding of the results.
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