FootStriker: An EMS-based Foot Strike Assistant for Running

In running, knee-related injuries are very common. The main cause are high impact forces when striking the ground with the heel first. Mid- or forefoot running is generally known to reduce impact loads and to be a more efficient running style. In this paper, we introduce a wearable running assistant, consisting of an electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) device and an insole with force sensing resistors.

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https://dl.acm.org/citation.cfm?doid=3075646.3053332


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