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Pedometer Problems

Discussion in 'Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses' started by Dr. Steven King, May 24, 2012.

  1. Dr. Steven King

    Dr. Steven King Well-Known Member


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    Aloha,

    While field testing our new advanced composite orthotics we have had a difficult time getting good pedometer readings on rugged trails with high inclines (4-10 percent grades).

    We have tried many types of pedometers some bought at Sports Authority and some free ones we received from the California College of Podiatric Medicine at the last American Podiatric Medical Association National Convention held here in Hawaii.

    The pedometers are under reading the foot strikes. Perhaps because of a reduction of impact force to trigger the meter?

    1. Are there any recommended high quality scientific pedometers on the market?

    2. Are there any recommended locations to place the meters?

    Mahalo,
    Dr. Steven King

    Co-Principal Investigator SBIR A11-109 "Advanced Composite Insoles for the Reduction of Stress Fractures." US Department of Defense and Army's Medical Research and Materials Command.
     
  2. Tuckersm

    Tuckersm Well-Known Member

    Steven

    There is this

    Garmin Foot Podwhich integrates with a GPS watch, so can also calculate average stride length, distance, running cadence etc.

    and the Nike + iPod which measure foot strikes.

    no necessarily scientific devices, but the Garmin product, claims 98% accuracy.
     
  3. Dr. Steven King

    Dr. Steven King Well-Known Member

    Mahalo Stephen,

    Thank you for helping us help our soldiers.

    A Hui Hou,
    Steve
     
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