Challenges and Future of Wearable Technology in Human Motor-Skill Learning and Optimization

Shan, Gongbing

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“…Marne et al (2016) demonstrated that future wearables would work with greater efficiency, accuracy, flexibility and enhanced privacy measures in order to carry out complex tasks. Previous researches have examined the applications of wearable technology across various fields: healthcare (Talukdar et al, 2019), forensic and clinical sciences (Ferreira et al, 2019), sports (Aroganam et al, 2019), biofeedback human skill-training (Shan, 2020), smart textiles (Mokhtari et al, 2020), infotainment (Sinnapolu & Alawneh, 2020), military and AR/VR industries (Vermetten et al, 2020), etc.…”

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Wearable Technology and Women Empowerment in the Technology Industry

Gupta

Sinha

2022

Journal of Information Technology Research

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The extant literature has significantly contributed towards the body of knowledge on wearable technology by exploring its potential for enhancing the well-being of consumers. Another strand of literature focuses on the challenges being faced by women in the wearables industry. This study has critically investigated the prevailing status of women in the gendered imbalance technology industry particularly the wearables industry. To elucidate this, the study has followed the qualitative approach by conducting an inductive-thematic analysis on the interviews of women achievers in the wearables industry. The findings revealed that the future of wearable technology seems bright in the following sectors: AR/VR and Artificial intelligence (AI) industries, Medical, sports and fitness sectors, Clothing and Jewellery industry, Military, and other industrial applications. However, it would be more promising if women employees and entrepreneurs are encouraged at all levels, and their roles are substantiated in the organizations by reducing challenges and appreciating them for their achievements.

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Wearable Technology and Women Empowerment in the Technology Industry

Gupta

Sinha

2022

Journal of Information Technology Research

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Assessing and Enhancing Movement Quality Using Wearables and Consumer Technologies: Thematic Analysis of Expert Perspectives

Swain,

McNarry,

Mackintosh

2024

JMIR Form Res

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Background Improvements in movement quality (ie, how well an individual moves) facilitate increases in movement quantity, subsequently improving general health and quality of life. Wearable technology offers a convenient, affordable means of measuring and assessing movement quality for the general population, while technology more broadly can provide constructive feedback through various modalities. Considering the perspectives of professionals involved in the development and implementation of technology helps translate user needs into effective strategies for the optimal application of consumer technologies to enhance movement quality. Objective This study aimed to obtain the opinions of wearable technology experts regarding the use of wearable devices to measure movement quality and provide feedback. A secondary objective was to determine potential strategies for integrating preferred assessment and feedback characteristics into a technology-based movement quality intervention for the general, recreationally active population. Methods Semistructured interviews were conducted with 12 participants (age: mean 42, SD 9 years; 5 males) between August and September 2022 using a predetermined interview schedule. Participants were categorized based on their professional roles: commercial (n=4) and research and development (R&D; n=8). All participants had experience in the development or application of wearable technology for sports, exercise, and wellness. The verbatim interview transcripts were analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis in QSR NVivo (release 1.7), resulting in the identification of overarching themes and subthemes. Results Three main themes were generated as follows: (1) “Grab and Go,” (2) “Adjust and Adapt,” and (3) “Visualize and Feedback.” Participants emphasized the importance of convenience to enhance user engagement when using wearables to collect movement data. However, it was suggested that users would tolerate minor inconveniences if the benefits were perceived as valuable. Simple, easily interpretable feedback was recommended to accommodate diverse audiences and aid understanding of their movement quality, while avoiding excessive detail was advised to prevent overload, which could deter users. Adaptability was endorsed to accommodate progressions in user movement quality, and customizable systems were advocated to offer variety, thereby increasing user interest and engagement. The findings indicate that visual feedback representative of the user (ie, an avatar) should be used, supplemented with concise text or audible instructions to form a comprehensive, multimodal feedback system. Conclusions The study provides insights from wearable technology experts on the use of consumer technologies for enhancing movement quality. The findings recommend the prioritization of user convenience and simplistic, multimodal feedback centered around visualizations, and an adaptable system suitable for a diverse audience. Emphasizing individualized feedback and user-centric design, this study provides valuable findings around the use of wearables and other consumer technologies to enhance movement quality among the general population. These findings, in conjunction with those of future research into user perspectives, should be applied in practical settings to evaluate their effectiveness in enhancing movement quality.

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Assessing and Enhancing Movement Quality Using Wearables and Consumer Technologies: Thematic Analysis of Expert Perspectives (Preprint)

Swain,

McNarry,

Mackintosh

2024

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BACKGROUND Movement quality refers to an individual's capacity to execute movements that emulate those of an expert or adhere to pre-determined standards. Wearable technology offers a convenient and affordable means of measuring and assessing movement quality; this is essential not only in elite sports, but also for the general population. By emphasizing safe and efficient movement patterns, a focus on movement quality facilitates increases in movement quantity, subsequently improving general health and enhancing overall quality of life. Additionally, technology in a broader sense can provide constructive feedback utilizing an assortment of modalities. However, there remains a lack of understanding regarding the optimal implementation of consumer technology to enhance movement quality. OBJECTIVE This study sought to gain the opinions of wearable-technology experts regarding the use of wearable devices to measure movement quality and provide feedback. A secondary objective was to determine potential strategies for integrating preferred assessment and feedback characteristics into a technology-based movement-quality intervention for the general, recreationally active population. METHODS Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 12 participants (42 ± 9 years; 5 males) who had experience in the development and application of wearable technology for sports, exercise, and wellness. Qualitative data were analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis and presented as overarching themes and sub-themes, constructed from verbatim interview transcripts. RESULTS Three main themes were generated: i) ‘Grab and Go’; ii) ‘Adjust and Adapt’; iii) ‘Visualize and Feedback’. Participants indicated that the collection of data using wearable technology should prioritize convenience, though prospective users may tolerate some inconvenience if the benefits are perceived as sufficiently valuable. It was also determined that feedback should be easily interpretable for a wide range of audiences to aid understanding, and that excessive amounts of detail should be avoided to prevent overloading, and subsequently deterring, the user. An adaptable, customizable solution, ideally with scope for variety and progression, was felt to be preferable when implementing a movement-quality intervention using technology. The findings indicate that an intervention should seek to utilize visual feedback, such as a visual representation of the user (i.e., an avatar), supplemented with verbal instructions as part of a multimodal system. CONCLUSIONS The study provides insights into the perspectives of experts on the use of wearable technology for enhancing movement quality. The findings suggest that interventions should prioritize user convenience, simplicity in feedback, and an adaptable approach that caters for a diverse audience. The study underscores the benefits of individualized feedback and user-centric design in wearables and consumer-technology applications for improving movement quality.

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Challenges and Future of Wearable Technology in Human Motor-Skill Learning and Optimization

Cited by 4 publications

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Wearable Technology and Women Empowerment in the Technology Industry

Wearable Technology and Women Empowerment in the Technology Industry

Assessing and Enhancing Movement Quality Using Wearables and Consumer Technologies: Thematic Analysis of Expert Perspectives

Assessing and Enhancing Movement Quality Using Wearables and Consumer Technologies: Thematic Analysis of Expert Perspectives (Preprint)

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