Design and Development of a Device for Performance Analysis and Injury Prevention in Boxing

JOURNAL TITLE: Journal of Postgraduate Medicine, Education and Research

Author
1. Abhishek K Tiwari
2. Subham Badhyal
3. Mandeep Dhillon
4. Ashutosh S Pandey
ISSN
2277-8969
DOI
10.5005/jp-journals-10028-1401
Volume
54
Issue
4
Publishing Year
2020
Pages
5
Author Affiliations
    1. Department of Applied Mechanics, Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
    1. Department of Applied Mechanics, Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
    1. Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Chandigarh, India
    2. PGIMER, Chandigarh, India
    3. Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India
    1. TOPS, Sports Authority of India, New Delhi, India
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    Abstract

    Aim: The present work focuses on the design and development of a device for performance analysis and injury prevention in boxing. Materials and methods: A boxing glove embedded with tri-axial accelerometers and 3-axis gyroscope connected through Aurdino board is developed. In addition, a punch force analysis target system embedded with pressure sensors has also been developed. Results: Boxing performance parameters such as reaction time, punch force, fist's angular rotation, acceleration, and velocity in 3D space are analyzed for nine college athletes. Boxing parameters such as acceleration, fist rotation, and the force generated involved in hook punch vs straight punch is analyzed. Moreover, the effect of shorter and longer reach length on boxing performance has also been observed. Greater punching power is observed during hook punch. Increase in fist rotation during hook punch resulted in greater punching power. Correlations are observed between punching powers and reach length and between acceleration and punching force. Conclusion: The key feature of this device is its low cost for Indian boxing and other developing nations’ affordability. Ultimately, this device can also be useful in athlete selection, objective performance assessment, and improvement in boxing skills. Clinical significance: This information will help medical practitioners to understand the mechanics of injury and help the athletes to prevent and manage injuries resulting from these motions.

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