EXISTING TECHNOLOGY
Credit: Orthocare Innovations
StepWatch
by Orthocare Innovations
StepWatch Activity Monitor (SAM) is a type of pedometer that offers accurate step count readings at any cadence.
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Credit: Wolter Kluwer
SAM in Orthotics
The use of pedometers in AFOs have been used in a wide variety of studies.
One study used the data from SAM to determine the best type of device to be prescribed in children with cerebral palsy.
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Andiamo
Credit: Andiamo
Andiamo is a company that uses additive manufacturing to fabricate pediatric AFOs with a pedometer. They are currently in the trial phase of integrating sensors in their AFOs.
Works Cited
Andiamo. Retrieved from https://i0.wp.com/andiamo.io/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Andiamo-Orthoses-Cutout.png?fit=800%2C619&ssl=1
Bassett Jr., D.R., Toth, L.P., LaMunion, S.R., Crouter, S.E. (2016). Step Counting: A Review of Measurement Considerations and Health-Related Applications. Sports Medicine, 47(7), 1303-1315.
Modus Health. Retrieved from https://mattercreativegroup.com/storage/portfolio/Modus_Product.png
Wren, T., Dryden, J.W., Mueske, N.M., Dennis, S.W., Healy, B.S., Rethlefsen, S.A. (2015). Comparison of Two Orthotic Approaches in Children With Cerebral Palsy. Pediatric Physical Therapy, 27(3). 218-226.