PostureMonitor: Real-Time IMU Wearable Technology to Foster Poise and Health

Abyarjoo, Fatemeh; O-larnnithipong, Nonnarit; Tangnimitchok, Sudarat; Ortega, Francisco R.; Barreto, Armando

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-20889-3_50

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“…The system was suitable for classifying the situation as “poor” or “good.” However, there is no formal assessment of the accuracy of the system in [31]. Furthermore, an IMU‐based wearable system for office workers was developed in [32] that has been reported to be sensitive enough to report lumbar problems for users. Their study was only a preliminary recommendation and approval of the prototype, and studies on their validation in office staff are ongoing [32].…”

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Movement examination of the lumbar spine using a developed wearable motion sensor

Abbasi‐Kesbi,

Fathi,

Sajadi

2023

Healthcare Tech Letters

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A system for monitoring spinal movements based on wearable motion sensors is proposed here. For this purpose, a hardware system is first developed that measures data of linear acceleration, angular velocity, and the magnetic field of the spine. Then, the obtained data from these sensors are combined in a proposed complementary filter, and their angular variations are estimated. The obtained results of angular variation of this system in comparison with an accurate reference illustrate that the root mean squared error is less than 1.61 degrees for three angles of , and for this system that proves this system can accurately estimate the angular variation of the spine. Then, the system is mounted on the lumbar spine of several volunteers, and the obtained angles from the patients' spine are compared with some healthy volunteers' spine, and the performance of their spine improves over time. The results show that this system can be very effective for patients who suffer from back problems and help in their recovery process a lot.

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Movement examination of the lumbar spine using a developed wearable motion sensor

Abbasi‐Kesbi,

Fathi,

Sajadi

2023

Healthcare Tech Letters

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“…It is well established that long sitting hours in front of computers cause pain, usually at the back. Abyarjoo et al [ 111 ] proposed a wearable system for office workers that alarms the subject when he assumes a wrong posture. The Upright Go 2, following the success of its previous release (Upright Go), is a wearable device whose goal is to manage posture daily by promoting self-correction[ 112 ].…”

Section: Mobile Application and Wearable Devices For Posture Managementmentioning

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Technological advancements in the analysis of human motion and posture management through digital devices

Roggio

Ravalli

Maugeri

et al. 2021

WJO

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Technological development of motion and posture analyses is rapidly progressing, especially in rehabilitation settings and sport biomechanics. Consequently, clear discrimination among different measurement systems is required to diversify their use as needed. This review aims to resume the currently used motion and posture analysis systems, clarify and suggest the appropriate approaches suitable for specific cases or contexts. The currently gold standard systems of motion analysis, widely used in clinical settings, present several limitations related to marker placement or long procedure time. Fully automated and markerless systems are overcoming these drawbacks for conducting biomechanical studies, especially outside laboratories. Similarly, new posture analysis techniques are emerging, often driven by the need for fast and non-invasive methods to obtain high-precision results. These new technologies have also become effective for children or adolescents with non-specific back pain and postural insufficiencies. The evolutions of these methods aim to standardize measurements and provide manageable tools in clinical practice for the early diagnosis of musculoskeletal pathologies and to monitor daily improvements of each patient. Herein, these devices and their uses are described, providing researchers, clinicians, orthopedics, physical therapists, and sports coaches an effective guide to use new technologies in their practice as instruments of diagnosis, therapy, and prevention.

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“…Nonetheless, interference from other metal sources can affect the reading of magnetometers [17]. Therefore, modern wearable devices generally consist of a combination of all three monitors in all three axes; i.e., pitch (x-axis), roll (y-axis) and yaw (z-axis) [18].…”

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Commercial Postural Devices: A Review

Yoong

Perring

Mobbs

2019

Sensors

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Wearables are devices worn on the human body and are able to measure various health parameters, such as physical activity, energy expenditure and gait. With the advancement of technology, the general population are now spending more hours craning our necks and slouching over smartphones, tablets and computers, et cetera. Bodily posture is representative of physical and mental health. Poor posture can lead to spinal complications and the same can be said vice versa. As the standard of living increases, there is an increase in consumerism and the expectation to maintain such a lifestyle even in the aging population. Therefore, many are able to afford small luxuries in life, such as a piece of technology that could potentially improve their health in the long run. Wearable technology is a promising alternative to laboratory systems for movement and posture analysis. This article reviews commercial wearable devices with a focus on postural analysis. The clinical applicability of posture wearables, particularly in preventing, monitoring and treating spinal and musculoskeletal conditions, along with other purposes in healthcare, will be discussed.

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PostureMonitor: Real-Time IMU Wearable Technology to Foster Poise and Health

Cited by 17 publications

References 8 publications

Movement examination of the lumbar spine using a developed wearable motion sensor

Movement examination of the lumbar spine using a developed wearable motion sensor

Technological advancements in the analysis of human motion and posture management through digital devices

Commercial Postural Devices: A Review

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