Wearable Biomechanics in Sport and Rehabilitation
A special issue of Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology (ISSN 2411-5142). This special issue belongs to the section "Kinesiology and Biomechanics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 4
Special Issue Editor
Interests: sports biomechanics; wearable sensors; aquatic locomotion; motor control; strength training; regenerative medicine; mechanobiology; artificial intelligence in sport; physical activity promotion; health and performance monitoring
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Dear Colleagues,
In recent years, wearable technology has emerged as a powerful tool in the field of biomechanics, providing new avenues for the monitoring, assessment, and optimization of human movement in both sporting and rehabilitation contexts. The integration of wearable sensors (e.g., inertial measurement units (IMUs), electromyography (EMG), and pressure insoles) enables real-time data acquisition in naturalistic settings, bridging the gap between laboratory analysis and field-based application.
This Special Issue aims to present cutting-edge research that explores the use of wearable technology to enhance performance, prevent injury, and support recovery in both athletes and clinical populations. We welcome original research, reviews, case studies, and methodological papers that focus on the following:
- Biomechanical analysis using wearable systems;
- Validation and reliability of wearable sensor technologies;
- Applications in sports performance monitoring and feedback;
- Wearable-assisted rehabilitation and telerehabilitation;
- Integration of AI and machine learning with wearable data;
- Ethical and practical considerations in real-world deployment;
- Comparative studies between wearable-based and traditional biomechanical assessments.
We encourage submissions from multidisciplinary teams working at the intersection of biomechanics, sports science, clinical rehabilitation, data science, and engineering. By highlighting current advances and practical implementations, this Special Issue aims to foster a deeper understanding of how wearable biomechanics can drive innovation in sport and health.
Dr. Pedro Morouço
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- wearable technology
- sports biomechanics
- rehabilitation
- inertial sensors
- performance monitoring
- injury prevention
- movement analysis
- telehealth
- artificial intelligence
- human motion tracking
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