Motion laboratory

The following, and possibly more, is examined during walking and running:

• alignment of the lower extremity / torso and step model
• step symmetry
• load on the lower extremity
• pressure exerted on the sole
• muscle function of the extremity / torso and
• arthrotic changes.

Clients are examined with the help of video, pressure sensors, kinesiological EMG and motion sensors. The examination yields also information over time on walking distance, walking time, walking speed and heart rate.

Patients with problems with their foot, ankle, knee, hip or back (spine) and certain neurological patient groups (children and adults) are typical clients.

The distribution of pressure against the different parts of the sole and the distribution of the load between the extremities as well as between the anterior and posterior parts of the foot are examined when the client stands on one foot and on both feet. The examination provides also information on the amplitude of body sway during standing and on the stability of the posture of the foot. Power plates and video imaging are used for these examinations.

Patients with problems of the foot, ankle and knee benefit from these examinations. The data is useful for planning of support insoles, orthoses and special shoes. 

The amplitude, frequency and direction of body sway when the client stands on one foot and both feet (eyes shut, eyes open) and the degree of posture sustenance are examined. There is also the possibility to examine how different senses (vision, proprioception of the sole) affect balance maintenance, gait symmetry, gait stability and muscle performance of the extremities / body. For these examinations, power plates, pressure-sensing plates, kinesiological EMG and video are used.

Examinations are needed by patients with neck problems, dizziness and balance problems and with neurological conditions and others.

• Testing patients with knee problems / anterior cruciate ligament problems
• Testing patients with arthrosis / who have undergone knee replacement surgery
• Testing patients with arthrosis / who have undergone hip replacement surgery
• Load testing of patients with foot / hallux valgus problems
• Testing patients with problems of the upper extremities
• Testing of patients with back problems (including problems of the lower extremities).

• Testing of muscle power (standardized dynamic or isometric testing)
• Function and activation potential of muscles during given motion performances (kinesiological EMG)
• Assessment of walking/running distances, durations and speeds (and heart rate monitoring) of individual patients
• Symmetry and stability of gait (asymmetry between body sides)
• Quality of motion and alignment of lower extremities (e.g., gait tests, jumps)
• Control of center of body mass in different directions (reaction time, sped of motion, direction control)
• Measurements of force of compression of hand/fingers: maximum and endurance strength
• Submaximal treadmill ergometry testing for evaluation of aerobic fitness, including written report
• Submaximal 2 kilometres walk test on flat surface (UKK 2 km Walk Test)
• Body composition analysis (InBody 720).

Planned for meeting the requirements of  the referring specialty.

Separate service agreements are always made (e.g., rehabilitation projects for patients who have undergone surgery of the knee, hip or shin).

• Velamed/Noraxon – biomechanical analysis and camera system
• Kinesiological video-EMG system
• Zebris walking pad / treadmill with camera equipment (integrated pressure plate, big  display)
• Balance Master and Good Balance force and balance plates
• Contrex multijoint strength measuring device
• Gaitrite sensor-based walkway system (5 m)
• Ergoline cycle ergometers (automatic measurement of aerobic performance)
• Inbody device (for body composition analysis)
• Spintest device.