Biomechanics Laboratory

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ÃÛÌÒTV the Biomechanics Laboratory

We are a purpose-built, fully equipped laboratory dedicated to studying the biomechanical and physiological mechanisms of daily and physical activities in both controlled and field environments.

We address challenges in human movement, injury prevention, and rehabilitation. 

The laboratory employs a range of state-of-the-art equipment and utilises its globally recognised expertise in motion analysis, force analysis, electromyography and rehabilitative ultrasound imaging to achieve its aims.

Notable achievements include:

  1. Development of a movement screening tools to assess movement control of the hip and lower limb.
  2. Development and validation of protocols for kinematic analysis during activities of daily living, particularly of the upper and shoulder.
  3. Assessment of the biomechanical changes during exercise interventions.
  4. Assessment of the changes in the mechanical and size of muscles whilst in microgravity.

These activities highlighting our impact on research and innovation. 

Highlights include

Advanced motion analysis capabilities

Cutting-edge technology allows for precise analysis of movement and mechanics both within the laboratory and in the field.

Real-world applications 

Research with practical outcomes in injury prevention, rehabilitation and sports performance.

Notable collaborations

Established partnerships with external organisations for applied findings relating to real-world challenges.

Impactful achievements

The development of novel methodologies that advance field knowledge, as well as a track record of successful publication in leading scientific journals and presentations at international conferences.  

Technical specification

Motion Analysis

  • Vicon Valkyrie Motion Analysis System
  • Theia 3D markerless motion analysis system
  • Blue Trident Vicon IMU units (waterproof)
  • video reference cameras 

Force Analysis

  • Kistler piezoelectric force plates (two platforms in lab, one portable)
  • hand-held dynamometers
  • Tekscan F-scan foot pressure system
  • pressure mats 

Muscle Function and Activity

  • 24-channel electromyography system, synchronised with Vicon cameras
  • Myoton muscle tester 

Rehabilitative Ultrasound Imaging

  • high-frequency transducers
  • hand-held portable devices 

Functional Assessment

  • Y-Balance test
  • Action Research Arm test
  • Fugl Meyer test 

Respiratory

  • computerised lung sound analysis (electronic stethoscopes)
  • breathing patterns analysis
  • inductive plethysmography  
  • respiratory therapy
  • Spirometer 

Exercise ergometers

  • treadmill
  • swim ergometer

Biomechanics Lab

Contact us

Get in touch to learn more about our facility and explore how we can collaborate with you.
Building 67, Room 1015, ÃÛÌÒTV, University Road, Highfield Campus, Southampton, SO17 1BJ
We’re open Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00 UK time.