Sensor-Based Motion Analysis of Paralympic Boccia Athletes

In this study, using sensors, we analyzed the movements of Japan’s top-level boccia athletes, which is one of the official Paralympic sports. Motion analysis in sports has been widely studied, and a gradual approach is commonly available to help amateurs improve their skills. However, in two specific cases, personal observations are necessary. One is how to improve the skills of the top athletes. As the other, specific handicaps also require individualized support. Because the top boccia players fit into both cases, we measured the movements of each top player using a sensor-based system. In the actual training camp, we took the approach of summarizing and discussing the results of the daytime measurements at night and applying them to the practice the following day.