If you’re fine, you’re fine

Diseases such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease or cardiac insufficiency are noticeable in the gait pattern. This results in considerable mobility losses, but also harbors potential for new diagnostic methods and therapy options.

by ROLF HESSBRUGGE

Fabian Horst from the University of Mainz has compiled a valuable treasure trove of data: the world’s largest collection of gait patterns of healthy people, almost 400 in number. “Our vision is that one day, with the help of our data collection, gait pattern findings will be supported by algorithms,” says the sports scientist. Orthopedic weaknesses or other ailments that affect human walking should be diagnosed even better and earlier in the future – thanks to artificial…

If you’re fine, you’re fine
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