Labs
Biomechanics Lab
- 2 AMTI in-ground force plates
- AMTI instrumented treadmill
- FootSTEPS plantar pressure and shear measurement system
- Delsys Trigno EMG system
In This Lab
Motion Capture Models
In the biomechanics lab, motion capture is used to create multi-segment computer models of the foot. Kinematics and kinetics of each foot joint are calculated from these models and applied to better understand the foot's musculoskeletal function in various research studies.
Pressure and Shear Distributions
We use a FootSTEPS device to measure plantar pressure and shear distributions. This is used alone and in conjunction with the motion capture models.
Ultrasound Imaging Lab
- GE LOGIQ P6 Ultrasound
- Full body vibration platform
In This Lab
Foot muscle strength testing
We have developed several custom foot strength measurement devices. In this one, the subject performs a doming, or short-foot motion. A leather cuff is attached to a load cell underneath the platform. The device is currently in use for a study on diabetic neuropathy.
Muscle and Tissue Properties Testing
We use B-mode ultrasound to measure the size of the foot and ankle musculature as well as shear wave elastography to measure muscle/tendon stiffness.
Human Kinetics Lab
- AMTI balance platform