Proposal for Gait Analysis Using Fusion of Inertial-Magnetic and Optical Sensors

Abstract

A proposed measurement protocol for the lower limbs movement analysis during walking is presented, with the use of a measurement system based on inertial-magnetic motion processing units and an optical system. Initially, the state of the art in terms of methods and tools for the biomechanical capture of movements is shown, to finally explore the protocols used in the health sciences for the gait analysis. The measurement proposal made in this document uses robust features of inertial-magnetic and optical technology that can be used in medical diagnosis. The application of this proposal can generate tools that have a positive impact in the fields of health and medicine.