The SIMI markerless motion analysis system set up in Balatonboglár enables possibilities for studying the movement of our athletes never seen before and does so without the use of markers. In contrast with the well-known and widely used infra-based systems, the new optical cameras can produce in reality exactly the same accurate and reliable images as if it happened within artificial circumstances in a laboratory. By visualizing force vectors affecting body parts, exercising with the SIMI system doesnot only promote post-injury rehabilitation and reduces the likelihood of re-injury, but – in an ideal case – supports prevention by an early diagnosis of any inappropriate movement culture.

As dr. Csaba Rappensberger, CEO of the limited company Wellness-Trade Consilior Kft. said during the installation of the device in Hungary, this revolutionary method can assist coaches far more than any previous system, since the recordings done during any match or training can provide them with precise answers to their questions.

Dr. Csaba Rappensberger also recounted the advantages of the SIMI system as follows: „This user-friendly device shows big advantages in the fact that it provides quick feedback to professionals and moreover provides immediate advice, not only in sports education, but in prevention and rehabilitation as well. Data will be shown under laboratory circumstances immediately. For example, when learning a throwing technique, the display allows players and coaches to analyze the shot together without wasting time.”

Ivett Soós,human kinesiologist of NEKA also mentioned the new possibilities by the SIMI system following the presentation:

“The 3D motion capture system undoubtedly offers a new level of support for us here at the academy as after we survey the children, we can draw immediate conclusions from the data. We can also correct the visible deficits in the movement of healthy and post-injury players by a good margin.”

By the installation of the mobile laboratory and its fixed camera system, NEKA introduced firstly in Hungary a complete marker-free motion capture module. And even worldwide it is hard to find a similar system in use. The manufacturer Bavarian company set up a more complex and larger system than the one in Balatonboglár at the Aspire Academy training center in Qatar, which is used by the best football clubs of the world during their winter training camps as well as by players of North American professional basketball franchises.