A deep learning system to monitor and assess rehabilitation exercises in home-based remote and unsupervised conditions

Abstract

In the domain of physical rehabilitation, the progress in machine learning and the availability of cost-effective motion capture technologies have paved the way for innovative systems capable of capturing human movements, automatically analyzing recorded data, and evaluating movement quality.This study introduces a novel, economically viable system designed for monitoring and assessing rehabilitation exercises. The system enables real-time evaluation of exercises, providing precise insights into deviations from correct execution. The evaluation comprises two significant components: range of motion (ROM) classification and compensatory pattern recognition. To develop and validate the effectiveness of the system, a unique dataset of 6 resistance training exercises was acquired.The proposed system demonstrated impressive capabilities in motion monitoring and evaluation. Notably, we achieved promising results, with mean accuracies of 89% for evaluating ROM-class and 98% for classifying compensatory patterns.By complementing conventional rehabilitation assessments conducted by skilled clinicians, this cutting-edge system has the potential to significantly improve rehabilitation practices. Additionally, its integration in home-based rehabilitation programs can greatly enhance patient outcomes and increase access to high-quality care.