Abstract
It is a problem that the poor gait function of many elderly people affects their activities of daily living (ADL), and deteriorates their quality of life (QoL). To enhance rehabilitation of the gait function, it is desirable to increase the amount of training received. In this research, we develop a measurement system for a gait training device that enables effective rehabilitation using the internet of things (IoT) and measurement technology proactively, which aims to realize gconstant rehabilitation h by considering ADL (except training time) as rehabilitation. We propose an IoT measurement system model that classifies each function of the IoT system in a hierarchical structure to promote systematic development more efficiently. Based on this model, we (1) modularize a device for measuring the upper limb load, acceleration, and gait distance, (2) develop a device for presenting the target value of rehabilitation visually to the user using the internet, and (3) implement the model on a commercial rolling stand-up walker and gait training device. We confirm that we can obtain excellent measurements using each mounted module.
Highlights
Impairment of the gait function of the elderly affects their activities of daily living (ADL), and deterioration of their quality of life (QoL)
In this research, for developing a gait-training measurement system that enables effective rehabilitation training using internet of things (IoT) and measurement technology actively, we proposed a layer-based IoT measurement system which was implemented on a rolling stand-up walker
In consideration of versatility and convenience, these modules are able to have been implemented to a commercial rolling stand-up walker
Summary
Impairment of the gait function of the elderly affects their activities of daily living (ADL), and deterioration of their quality of life (QoL). A common support method for load-adjusting gait training at rehabilitation centers is the use of weight scales, where an affected leg is placed on the weight scale in a standing position, appropriate load is sensed, and walking is performed while remembering the sense. This method is simple as it occurs only in a stationary state, and is widely used in clinical settings because it allows the therapist to sufficiently check the load situation. Since the load on the affected foot cannot be confirmed during walking, there is a problem in terms of safety; the training efficiency is usually low and there is a risk that an excessive load is mistakenly applied [5,6,7]
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