I'm sure our therapists could come up with some excellent research studies using these to both evaluate disability and monitor it. I liked figure3s wearable unit. Full provisional paper at the link.
A review of wearable sensors and systems with application in rehabilitation
Abstract (provisional)
The aim of this review paper is to summarize recent developments in the field of wearable
sensors and systems that are relevant to the field of rehabilitation. The growing
body of work focused on the application of wearable technology to monitor older adults
and subjects with chronic conditions in the home and community settings justifies
the emphasis of this review paper on summarizing clinical applications of wearable
technology currently undergoing assessment rather than describing the development
of new wearable sensors and systems. A short description of key enabling technologies
(i.e. sensor technology, communication technology, and data analysis techniques) that
have allowed researchers to implement wearable systems is followed by a detailed description
of major areas of application of wearable technology. Applications described in this
review paper include those that focus on health and wellness, safety, home rehabilitation,
assessment of treatment efficacy, and early detection of disorders. The integration
of wearable and ambient sensors is discussed in the context of achieving home monitoring
of older adults and subjects with chronic conditions. Future work required to advance
the field toward clinical deployment of wearable sensors and systems is discussed.
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