A Portable Diagnostic and Treatment System of Abnormal Gait Using Acceleration and Gyroscope Signal

Abstract:

In this study suggested a portable gait abnormality diagnosis system using a sensor signals that can identify the type of abnormality and a portable treatment system that can be used in everyday life. The gait abnormality diagnosis system is consisted of sensor and convert, a transmitter, a receiver and software. And the gait abnormality treatment system developed consists of a sensor, a signal processor, a power supply and hardware with vibratory stimulation applicator. The diagnosis and treatment system for gait abnormality designed in this study can be used for gait abnormality treatment in clinical practice. The diagnosis system for gait abnormality has many advantages. And the easy treatment option in daily life comes from accurate stimulation application sites and timings based on the diagnosis result.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 522-524)
• Pages: 1133-1136
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.522-524.1133
• Online since: February 2014
• Authors: Ha Ju So, Seong Hyun Kim, Dong Wook Kim*
• Keywords: Abnormal Gait, Diagnosis System, Gait Pattern, Somatosensory Stimulation, Sub-Threshold Stimulation, Treatment System

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