Biomechanical Biofeedback Systems and Applications

This book deals with the topic of biomechanical biofeedback systems and applications that are primarily aimed at motor learning in sports and rehabilitation. It gives a comprehensive tutorial of the concepts, architectures, operation, and exemplary applications of biomechanical biofeedback systems.

A special section is dedicated to various constraints in designing biomechanical biofeedback systems. The book also describes the technologies needed for the adequate operation of biofeedback systems, such as motion tracking, communication, processing, and sensor technologies. In regard to technologies, the emphasis is on the assurance of the requirements of the real-time system operation. The application focus is on the usage in sport and rehabilitation, particularly in the field of accelerated motor learning and injury prevention.

We include several examples of operational (real-time) biofeedback applications in golf, skiing, and swimming. The book is in the first place intended for the professional audience, researchers, and scientists in the fields connected to the topics of this book.

The first book on the interdisciplinary topic of biomechanical biofeedback systems and applications dedicated to sensor-based systems for accelerated motor learning and injury prevention Comprehensive tutorial of the topic supported by specific case studies in different sports Detailed study of systems' constraints and technologies available for their implementation Case studies include experiments performed with professional and amateur athletes Experimental results show the benefits of (real-time) biofeedback systems and applications for accelerated motor learning

Contenu
Introduction.- Biomechanical Biofeedback.- Biofeedback System.- Biofeedback System Architectures.- Biofeedback Systems in Sport.- Technologies for Biofeedback Systems in Sport.- Applications.- Conclusion, Trends, Outlooks, Future Work.