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Stepscan’s New Video Imaging Module Release
Stepscan Releases New Video Imaging Module for the Stepscan® Gait Analysis System Stepscan (previously ViTRAK Systems Inc.) is pleased to announce the immediate availability of its video capture module as a new feature of its Stepscan® gait analysis software. The system’s pressure sensitive floor tile system and gait analysis software measures under foot pressure distribution,…
Read MoreStepscan Awarded Major Federal Contract
Stepscan Technologies (previously ViTRAK Systems Inc.) has been awarded a contract from the Canadian Federal Government to supply its Gait Analysis System to three Canadian hospitals. Stepscan® is a patented pressure sensitive electronic floor tile system combined with proprietary gait analysis software, which captures and analyzes patterns of mobility and balance in patients as they…
Read MoreViTRAK Systems Inc. presented with the Technology Application of the Year Award
ViTRAK Systems Inc. presented with the Technology Application of the Year Award at the Innovation and Technology Association of Prince Edward Island’s Annual Industry Awards Gala Charlottetown, PEI – (25th June 2015) ViTRAK Systems Inc. was honored with the Technology Application of the Year Award at the provincial awards ceremony that celebrates the Island’s growing…
Read MoreViTRAK to receive NRC-IRAP funding
Charlottetown, PE – (June 22, 2015) ViTRAK’s commitment to continuing Research and Development of its movement tracking and analysis technology is again demonstrated with the recent announcement of funding of up to $45,546 through the National Research Council of Canada’s Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC-IRAP). The funding will support ViTRAK’s efforts to further develop its…
Read MoreAn On-Ice Measurement Approach to Analyse the Biomechanics of Ice Hockey Skating
Imagine what we could learn about the biomechanics of ice skating with an electronic Stepscan® flooring system covered with synthetic ice http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4431820/
Read MoreViTRAK Attends First MedTech NB Event
ViTRAK CEO, Crystal Trevors, and Sales Director, Irene Gaudet, were invited to speak at the inaugural MedTech New Brunswick. Both women said they were honoured to be a part of such an impactful meeting with other industry leaders. Read more about MedTech NB here: http://www.policyresearchnetwork.ca/events/medical-technologies-nb-strengths-strategies/ _________________________________________________ About Stepscan Technologies Stepscan (previously ViTRAK Systems Inc.) is…
Read MoreWhat’s new for ‘Gait Analysis’
This recently published study highlights the need for high-quality clinical data for comparing orthopedic surgery approaches and recommends gait analysis as a tool for eliciting the long-term implications of surgical approach on clinical outcomes i.e. restoration of function. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4373995/
Read MoreORS Conference
The ORS 2015 conference is still in full swing. Come see us at Booth #338 http://www.ors.org/2015annualmeeting/
Read MoreViTRAK Attending Homeland Security Symposium
ViTRAK Attending 2015 Homeland Security Symposium Underfoot pressure and gait data have been shown to be useful in discriminating between individuals. ViTRAK’s electronic flooring system has great potential to advance the science of gait biometrics for the security industry. ViTRAK’s Postdoctoral Research Associate, Dr. Patrick Connor, will be presenting the results from his preliminary research…
Read MoreViTRAK Systems Inc. closes $2 million funding round
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island – (November 20, 2014) ViTRAK Systems Inc. (ViTRAK) announced today that it has raised up to $2 million in funding from a syndication of local PEI investors including the Regis Duffy Bioscience Fund and associated companies. ViTRAK will leverage the funds to continue enhancing its product and to support sales and…
Read MoreInternational standards for plantar pressure measuring devices
New international standards published for medical plantar (underfoot) pressure measuring devices This is a particularly timely publication as we develop and refine our own plantar pressure measurement device for the medical and security spaces. To read the full article visit: International scientific consensus on medical plantar pressure measurement devices: technical requirements and performance
Read MoreGait Research In The News
We are passionate about both research and gait. Check out the articles below for the latest gait research in the news. Slow Gait Linked to Death in CKD Patients Read the full article How ‘Dementia’ Can Be Beaten By A Drain In Your Brain Read the full article Computers Can Identify The Way You Walk…
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