Myostride
In the MyoStride project, we are developing a “smart sock” with 64 electrodes that measures muscle activity in the lower leg of patients undergoing rehabilitation. This enables physicians and physiotherapists to more precisely guide the rehabilitation process, for example when a specific muscle group is not recovering or functioning adequately.
During the measurements, participants wear the “smart sock” in combination with motion sensors on both feet, the knee, and the upper leg. Together with advanced models and algorithms, the collected data are used to identify the activity of different muscles and to estimate movements and joint moments. When this identification is sufficiently reliable, the software translates the measurement data into directly actionable information for healthcare professionals.
Artinis (hardware and software), Moveshelf (software), the University of Twente (models), and Sint Maartenskliniek (testing) collaborate on the development of the “smart sock.” If the project is successful, measuring muscle activity will become affordable and applicable for a very large group of patients. This technology therefore contributes to accessible, low-threshold, and advanced gait analysis in healthcare.
The EFRO 2021–2027 East Netherlands programme strengthens the region’s innovation capacity and, with it, the earning potential of businesses in Eastern Netherlands. In addition, it contributes to solutions for the energy transition. This programme is co-funded by the European Union.
