Treadmetrix Instrumented Treadmill

Tapis roulant instrumenté pour l'analyse biomécanique.

Designation:

Instrumented treadmill for biomechanical analysis and measurement of applied ground reaction forces during walking and running.

 

Manufacturer: Treadmetrix (USA).

 

Main Function:

  • Measurement of vertical, anterior-posterior, and medial-lateral forces exerted on the treadmill belt during locomotion.
  • Analysis of plantar load distribution, Center of Pressure (COP) trajectories, and spatiotemporal kinematic parameters.
  • Real-time monitoring for athletic performance evaluation, clinical rehabilitation, and scientific research.

 

 

Technical Characteristics:

Sensors: High-fidelity force plates directly integrated under the treadmill belt.

Sampling Frequency: Up to 1000 Hz.

Measurement Range: Can accurately measure forces up to 5000 N.

Included Software: Provides real-time data visualization, comprehensive gait and running analysis, and CSV/Excel export functionality.

Adjustable Speed: 0–20 km/h (depending on the specific model configuration).

Dimensions: Standard commercial treadmill footprint, comfortably accommodating users of all sizes and stride lengths.

Integration Capabilities: Seamless synchronization with EMG systems and 3D motion capture cameras for advanced multidisciplinary analysis.

 

 

Usage:

  • Biomechanical evaluation of elite athletes and clinical rehabilitation patients.
  • In-depth studies of gait kinematics, running mechanics, and bilateral asymmetries.
  • Optimization of sports running technique and targeted injury prevention.
  • Scientific research and the development of evidence-based training protocols.

 

 

Advantages:

    ✔ Continuous and precise measurement of 3D forces and COP in real time across multiple consecutive strides.

    ✔ Fully compatible with supplementary biomechanical analysis tools (EMG, motion capture).

    ✔ Ideal for rigorous scientific research and advanced clinical tracking.

 

Limitations:

   ❌ Very high financial cost.

   ❌ Complex initial installation and rigorous calibration requirements.

   ❌ Significantly less portable than a standard treadmill (requires a permanent, dedicated laboratory space).

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