Walker Integrated with IOT Based Fall Detection, Emergency Response System with Haptic Feedback System for Muscle Relief
Madhumitha G 1, Latha Tharshini 2, Nivetha K 3, Nithiya Lakshmi 4, B.Rengammal Sankari 5, Sujatha 6
Department of Biomedical Engineering/EEE, Dr. M.G.R Educational and Research Institute
Maduravoyal, Chennai 600095, India.
ABSTRACT
In the last decade, the clinical reasoning in physical therapy has been to develop systems for physiotherapists to make clinical decisions rapidly, effectively and efficiently, in response to the increasingly complex needs of health and rehabilitation units. Some studies show the importance of walking aids during rehabilitation from some diseases, and after surgery for arthroplasty in the elderly population, and elderly patients with balance disorders, muscle weakness. Walkers are important devices that aid the rehabilitation process. The use of a walker is recommended for gait changes and imbalance due to various factors, such as surgery of the lower limbs or neurodegenerative changes, especially in the early recovery period. In this project we design a solution for the patient using walkers, this device helps them to maintain the proper balance. The system's foundation lies in a network of strategically placed sensors, including gyroscopes, accelerometers, and pressure sensors, meticulously capturing data on the user's body posture and gait patterns. Employing advanced algorithms, the gathered data is processed and analyzed in real-time to evaluate the user's alignment and identify any deviations from the ideal posture. Furthermore, the system facilitates seamless data recording and analysis, enabling healthcare professionals and physiotherapists to access valuable insights on the user's progress and performance. The accumulated data assists in developing personalized rehabilitation plans and tracking the user's improvements over time.
Index Terms— Microcontroller, LCD, Movement Detection, Accelerometer sensor, ultrasonic sensor, GSM, GPS.
