FootStamp is manufactured by Kissei Comtec Co., Ltd. and distributed in North America by Amuza, Inc.
Digital footprint analysis without ink
Traditional footprint analysis can require ink, paper, manual tracing, and time-consuming measurements.
FootStamp records paw contact as mice or rats move across a scratch-resistant acrylic walking surface. A high-resolution, high-speed camera captures the walking behavior from below, and the software uses AI-assisted detection to identify paw contact locations and calculate gait parameters such as gait cycle, stride length, paw orientation, and paw-contact area.
Researchers can review and correct detection results when needed, then export data, images, and video for further analysis.
APPLICATIONS
Gait analysis across preclinical research
FootStamp supports studies where changes in locomotion, paw contact, or motor function are important research outcomes.
Movement disorder models
Stroke and motor recovery
Spinal cord and peripheral nerve injury
Osteoarthritis and joint function
Pain and analgesia studies
Neuromuscular disease research
Aging and frailty
Drug efficacy and safety evaluation
Behavioral phenotyping
Designed for an efficient gait analysis workflow
FootStamp combines flexible recording, AI-assisted detection, and organized data management to simplify rodent gait analysis.
Core capability
Look-back recording
FootStamp saves video from a preset interval before the stop button is pressed. When the animal produces a usable walking sequence, the researcher can stop the recording and retain the preceding footage.
This helps capture the desired sequence without continuously monitoring the screen.
AI-assisted paw detection
The software detects paw contacts and classifies them as front, rear, left, or right.
Researchers can review, register, or correct individual paw contacts manually when needed.
Dark-condition recording
FootStamp can record walking behavior in a dark enclosure. Light enters from the side of the acrylic plate, and paw contact becomes visible when the animal’s paw touches the walking surface, allowing the camera to capture paw placement from below.
Searchable data management
Organize and retrieve recordings by animal ID, measurement date, operator, experiment, and custom keywords.
Separate databases can be created for different studies,
research groups, or operators.
From recording to export
Record
The animal moves across a transparent acrylic walking surface while a dedicated USB camera records paw contact from below.
Process and detect
FootStamp supports lens-distortion correction, image adjustment, and masking of visual noise such as residue on the walking surface.
AI-assisted software then detects each paw and identifies contact and lift-off timing.
Review and analyze
Review the detected paw contacts, make manual corrections when needed, and calculate temporal, spatial, and paw-contact measurements.
Export
Export calculated results as CSV data, along with still images and video recordings for further analysis and reporting.
See AI-assisted paw detection in action
Watch how FootStamp detects paw contacts and supports digital gait analysis without ink-based footprint methods.
Quantitative gait and paw-contact measurements
FootStamp calculates temporal, spatial, and paw-contact parameters,
with review tools and export options for further analysis.
Temporal measurements
Spatial and paw measurements
Data and media outputs
Additional calculated values are available through CSV export.
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
Recording, analysis, and data management in one system
A typical FootStamp configuration includes:
Measurement enclosure
Corridor-style walkway
Transparent acrylic walking surface
Infrared USB camera and illumination
Calibration tools
FootStamp recording and analysis software
Software license
Windows computer meeting the recommended requirements
Configuration options
System configurations may vary based on the animal model, recording environment, and study requirements.
Custom configurations may be available for animal models beyond mice and rats.
SPECIFICATIONS
Camera, software, and system requirements
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Camera interface | USB 3.0 |
| Resolution | Up to 1440 × 1080 |
| Frame rate | Up to 120 fps |
| Frame-rate settings | Available settings vary by selected resolution |
| Paw detection | AI-assisted detection with manual paw registration and correction |
| Paw classification | Front, rear, left, and right |
| Image processing | Lens-distortion correction, automatic and manual noise masking, and contrast, brightness, and gamma adjustment |
| Data management | Searchable database management |
| Export formats | CSV, image, and video |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit or Windows 11 Pro 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i5, 8th generation or newer |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM or more |
| Storage | 512 GB SSD or larger |
| Computer connection | USB 3.0 |
| Supported animal models | Mice and rats |
| Custom configurations | Other small animal models may be supported through custom configurations |
| Manufacturer | Kissei Comtec Co., Ltd. |
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Frequently asked questions
Find answers about recording conditions, paw detection, data exports, searchable records, and custom FootStamp configurations.
Does FootStamp require ink or paint?
No. FootStamp records paw contact digitally through a transparent walking surface, eliminating the need to apply ink or paint to the animal’s paws.
Can FootStamp record in dark conditions?
Yes. The system supports recording in illuminated or dark environments using infrared imaging.
Are paw contacts detected automatically?
Yes. FootStamp uses AI-assisted detection to identify paw contacts and classify front, rear, left, and right paws. Researchers can review and correct the results manually when needed.
What data can FootStamp export?
FootStamp can export calculated results as CSV data, along with still images and video recordings.
Can previous recordings be searched?
Yes. Recordings can be organized and retrieved by animal ID, measurement date, operator, experiment, and custom keywords.
Can the system be customized?
The measurement enclosure and walking path may be adapted to specific recording conditions and animal models. Contact Amuza to discuss your study requirements.
Discuss your gait analysis study
Tell us about your animal model, study design, and the gait parameters you need to measure.
Amuza can help review the appropriate system configuration and provide a product demonstration,
sample outputs, and pricing information.