Grant: Applied Research and Development Grants - Level 1

Hamstring strains are one of the most typical muscles injuries encountered by sportspersons. Even though, ithappens to millions of persons every year, muscles injuries can lead to severe musculoskeletal disorders with arecurring tendency. The knowledge of physiological data regarding the sportsperson's body can avoid him aninappropriate training and excessive muscles stress which is the main cause of injuries. Current wearableelectromyography (EMG) systems are often bulky, heavy and can create skin irritation if worn too long duringan exercise. In addition, wearable fitness devices on the market offer cadence meters or power meters but donot provide accurate data regarding the muscles activity. In order to tackle these new challenges, Gesture Logicwould like to develop a first prototype of a leg band integrating an EMG system. The project team aims to useSmart Textile Materials, in order to develop a comfortable and non-intrusive product.This project will be the result of a new alliance between CTT Group, St-Hyacinthe Cegep and Gesture Logicsince they will be working together for the first time. Canada's expertise and presence would be strengthened insmart textiles but also in the wearable fitness devices area which are both growing markets full ofopportunities.