Walking and gait analysis
Examine step and stride characteristics, cadence, stance and swing timing, support phases and left–right differences during walking assessments.
OptoGait Gait Analysis System - 1 Metre Kit
SKU
LM7180
Gait analysis system to assess the dynamic posture and coordination during movement.
Assess objectively the patient’s general physical conditions.
Identify deficiencies, postural problems and asymmetries on the basis of data and videos and determine how the patients’ performance is being effected.
Develop and apply therapeutic-rehabilitation applications, rehab approaches and Orthopedic solutions on the basis of precise data.
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Product Description
Microgate OptoGait | Professional movement assessment
Understand movement.
Measure progress.
Turn everyday walking, running and functional movements into meaningful clinical data with OptoGait: a portable, modular optical system designed to support objective assessment, rehabilitation planning and progress monitoring.
Combine precise spatiotemporal measurements with video, graphs and biofeedback to make movement patterns easier to assess, explain and revisit over time.
Gait analysis Running assessment Rehabilitation Jump testing
OptoGait can be positioned beside a treadmill or configured as an overground measurement walkway.
1 ms Manufacturer-stated timing accuracy
96 Optical sensors per metre
1.041 cm Spatial resolution
1–10 m Manufacturer's modular system range
The technology
Objective gait data without a fixed motion laboratory
OptoGait uses a pair of bars, one transmitting and one receiving, containing optical sensors that communicate across the measurement area. As a patient moves through the system, interruptions in the infrared beams are captured and interpreted by the software.
These measurements help practitioners quantify the timing and spatial characteristics of movement, rather than relying on visual observation alone. This can be especially useful when comparing left and right sides, repeating tests or reviewing the effect of an intervention.
- Portable and modular: suitable for different clinical environments and assessment spaces.
- Overground or treadmill use: choose the configuration appropriate to the test.
- Repeatable test records: review results across assessments using consistent protocols.
- Practical feedback: add synchronised video and real-time software feedback.
How optical detection works
Two sensor bars. A measurable movement pathway.
The two bars form an infrared measurement field. The system records beam interruptions during walking, running or jump tests. It measures movement timing and spatial parameters; it is not a plantar-pressure mapping plate or a full 3D motion-capture system.
Clinical and performance applications
One platform. Multiple assessment pathways.
From lower-limb biomechanics to return-to-activity testing, OptoGait provides measurable information to support professional assessment and decision-making.
Running and sprint analysis
Measure ground-contact and flight times, rhythm and running-related spatial parameters for sports rehabilitation and performance assessment.
Rehabilitation monitoring
Capture baseline data and repeat suitable tests during a rehabilitation programme to document changes in selected movement parameters.
Jump and functional testing
Record measurable jump and contact-time characteristics during vertical, repeated and selected single-leg or reactive test protocols.
Orthotic and footwear review
Compare relevant gait measures under controlled conditions, including before and after an orthotic or footwear change as part of a wider assessment.
Balance and mobility pathways
Support functional mobility and gait-variability assessment, including appropriate older-adult rehabilitation or fall-risk management pathways.
Software and reporting
Turn test results into a clearer clinical picture
OptoGait software brings test configuration, real-time readings, video and results comparison into the same workflow. Practitioners can create subject records, run predefined or personalised protocols and revisit results during follow-up appointments.
- Spatiotemporal gait measures: see timing, step and stride characteristics and relevant asymmetries.
- Video review: relate numerical outputs to observed movement.
- Longitudinal comparison: compare selected tests at different stages of treatment.
- Graphs and reporting: present progress in a format that is easier to discuss with patients and colleagues.
- Biofeedback and metronome: support supervised gait retraining and movement rhythm exercises.
Software functions and accessories depend on the hardware, software version and selected test protocol.
Biofeedback in practice
Show patients what is changing, not just tell them
Feedback can help make movement retraining more understandable. During a suitable supervised test, the practitioner can use on-screen information and pacing cues to focus on parameters such as cadence, rhythm or side-to-side differences.
Repeated measurements can be used to discuss changes across appointments and provide a more consistent basis for reviewing a rehabilitation programme.
Designed for multidisciplinary services
Relevant settings include podiatry and biomechanics clinics, physiotherapy and rehabilitation departments, orthotic services, sports medicine facilities and university movement laboratories.
A practical assessment workflow
From first test to follow-up
Bring structured movement measurements into routine appointments without changing the fundamentals of good clinical assessment.
01
Choose the protocol
Select an appropriate walking, running, jump or functional test for the assessment goal.
02
Record a baseline
Collect relevant parameters with consistent positioning, instructions and conditions.
03
Interpret the findings
Review measures alongside video, symptoms, examination findings and clinical history.
04
Repeat and compare
Monitor selected measures over time and adapt the programme using professional judgement.
Manufacturer technical data
OptoGait technical specifications
Selected published specifications for evaluating suitability, system configuration and clinic setup.
| Detection technology | Paired infrared optical transmitting (TX) and receiving (RX) bars |
|---|---|
| Optical sensors | 96 per metre |
| Spatial resolution | 1.041 cm |
| Timing accuracy | 1 millisecond |
| Current stated measurement lengths | Modular 1–10 m configurations |
| Maximum separation between TX and RX bars | 6 m |
| Integrated interface bar dimensions | 1100 × 100 × 100 mm (W × D × H) |
| Additional bar dimensions | 1000 × 100 × 45 mm (W × D × H) |
| Power — 1–5 m configuration | Rechargeable 7.4 V, 1800 mAh Li-ion battery |
| Power — up to 10 m configuration | External 24 V DC supply (manufacturer specification) |
| Operating temperature | 0°C to +35°C |
| Assessment environments | Overground and suitable treadmill setups |
Specifications summarised from published Microgate product data. The Algeos 1 metre kit is a specific configuration. Additional bars, treadmill equipment and optional accessories are not necessarily included.
Available from Algeos
Start with the OptoGait 1 metre kit
The 1 metre kit offers an entry point for practices looking to introduce optical gait and functional movement measurements. It can be used for suitable assessments on a treadmill or as part of an overground setup, subject to the chosen test and available space.
Algeos can help you explore the product, review your intended applications and discuss a demonstration before purchase.
Algeos product listing | SKU LM7180
What the listed kit includes
- 1 transmitting and 1 receiving bar with integrated interface
- Carry case and connection/power accessories
- Webcams and tripods for video capture
- Supplied software and documentation media
Not included: laptop and treadmill. Check the live Algeos listing for current package contents.
Frequently asked questions
OptoGait FAQs
Key considerations for bringing OptoGait into a clinic or rehabilitation service.
What does OptoGait measure?
OptoGait provides spatiotemporal measurements related to walking, running and selected functional tests. Depending on the protocol, outputs can include contact and flight timing, cadence, step and stride parameters, gait phases and left–right comparisons. It supports assessment but does not diagnose a condition on its own.
Can OptoGait be used with a treadmill?
Yes. The manufacturer supports treadmill configurations in addition to overground setups. Treadmill compatibility, positioning and safe testing procedures should be checked for the particular equipment and assessment protocol.
Is OptoGait suitable for podiatry and orthotic assessments?
Yes. Clinicians can use selected gait parameters and synchronised video to complement a biomechanical examination or compare measurements before and after a footwear or orthotic intervention.
Is OptoGait a foot pressure mapping system?
No. OptoGait uses infrared optical detection to assess movement timing and spatial characteristics. It does not directly measure plantar pressure distribution or provide the joint-angle detail of a full multi-camera 3D motion capture laboratory.
Can it be used to monitor rehabilitation progress?
Yes. Repeatable assessments, stored patient records, graphs and video can help practitioners document changes in selected parameters over time. Results should be considered alongside wider clinical outcomes and professional assessment.
Does the 1 metre kit include a laptop or treadmill?
No. The Algeos product listing states that the laptop and treadmill are not included. Refer to the product listing for the current package contents.
Can I request an OptoGait demonstration from Algeos?
Yes. Visit the Algeos OptoGait enquiry page to request a demonstration or discuss your requirements.
Discover OptoGait at Algeos
Bring measurable movement analysis into your practice.
Explore the 1 metre system, review the manufacturer's specifications or contact Algeos to discuss a demonstration.
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