Degree
Master of Science
Program
Kinesiology
Supervisor
Dr. Thomas R. Jenkyn
Abstract
A multi-segment foot model (MSFM) is a useful tool for measuring foot joint kinematics although soft-tissue artefact is often present. Quantifying this error is needed to evaluate the accuracy of this model. This study validated the MSFM against bi-planar radiostereometric analysis (RSA) fluoroscopy. Heel-strike, mid-stance, and toe-off events during the stance phase were compared between motion capture and fluoroscopy. Rise/drop of the medial longitudinal arch showed a significant difference (p < 0.05) during toe-off, but no significant difference during heel-strike or mid-stance. Hindfoot supination/pronation and internal/external rotation, and forefoot supination/pronation motions showed no significant difference between the two techniques. The lack of significant difference will allow the MSFM to be used as a sufficiently accurate technique for measuring foot joint motions.
Recommended Citation
Valevicius, Aïda, "Validation of the multi-segment foot model with bi-planar fluoroscopy" (2014). Electronic Thesis and Dissertation Repository. 2633.
https://ir.lib.uwo.ca/etd/2633