Peters, K. (Koen) (2014) Studying the biomechanics of handigolf: Development of a custom OpenSim model. thesis, Human Movement Sciences.
Full text available on request.Abstract
Background & purpose: Developing a classification system for handigolf requires a thorough understanding of the sport, the impact of activity limitations due to impairment and the relation between handigolf and impairments. Insight in executing sport specific movements, such as the golf swing, can be acquired by studying the biomechanics. To our knowledge, no existing model is capable of studying the biomechanics in relation to impairments. Therefore, a custom OpenSim model (3D, 16 segment, 40 Degrees of Freedom) is being developed. The approach to modeling of Dym was followed during development. The first results of the OpenSim model will be compared to those of a Vicon golf model. Model outputs are expected to be similar. Method: A Vicon Motion Capture System was used to record several golf swings of a 20 year old, able bodied recreational golf player. Statistical comparison of joint angles and moments was conducted by calculating Pearson correlations. Results: OpenSim dynamics of the upper body do not seem to be working in our model. The majority of correlations of the lower body moments range between good (r > 0.600) and great (r > 0.900). Overall correlations of joint angles are good. Concluding remarks: A first step has been made towards developing a biomechanical model for handigolf. Continued development will contribute to the development of a classification system for handigolf. However, more research is necessary to improve the kinematics and dynamics of our OpenSim model.
| Item Type: | Thesis (UNSPECIFIED) |
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| Supervisor name: | Keeken, H.G. van |
| Faculty: | Medical Sciences |
| Date Deposited: | 06 Apr 2022 08:01 |
| Last Modified: | 06 Apr 2022 08:01 |
| URI: | https://umcg.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/3045 |
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