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Wearable inertial sensors have been extensively developed in recent years. Inertial sensors, including accelerometers, gyroscopic sensors, and magnetic sensors, can be embedded in parts of the body, such as the trunk, legs, arms, etc., to monitor motion-related human activities. Inertial sensors are the subject of research as well as of clinical trials. Because sensors must have sufficient accuracy and validity, evaluation of sensor signals is of interest. In this chapter, we examine the technical principles of several types of inertial sensors and provide an assessment of these sensors for patient rehabilitation in clinical practice and sport.

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