Assessing the Validity and Reliability of IMU Systems and a Goniometer in Cervical Motion (VIRGO-CM)

Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18-40
SponsorEuropean University Cyprus

About this trial

This study aims to evaluate how accurate and reliable two wearable sensor systems (inertial measurement units or IMUs) and a goniometer are in measuring cervical spine (neck) motion. Healthy adult volunteers will be asked to perform simple head movements in different directions while being assessed using the devices. The goal is to compare how closely these tools agree with each other and how consistently they record motion across repeated tests. This information will help determine whether the sensors are suitable for use in clinical settings to assess neck movement in future patient populations.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Healthy adults aged 18 to 40 years

Able to understand and follow instructions

Provided informed consent

Disqualifiers

History of cervical spine pathology, trauma, or surgery

Presence of neck pain, musculoskeletal, neurological, or vestibular disorders

Use of medications affecting sensorimotor function

Pregnancy

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Xsens DOT
  • Trigno Avanti Sensors
  • Universal Goniometer

Treatment groups

18 Participants
are divided into 1 treatment group

Sponsors and collaborators

European University Cyprus

Lead sponsor

Brunel University

Collaborator