Title :
A Low-Cost Framework for Individualized Interactive Telerehabilitation
Author :
Jadhav, Chetan ; Krovi, Venkat
Author_Institution :
Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, University at Buffalo, NY, USA
Abstract :
In this paper we examine the issues pertaining to development of a low-cost telerehabilitation framework for upper-limb dysfunction, that is suitable for deployment in patients´ homes. We use the example of a Virtual Driving Environment (VDE) to present the overall architecture and discuss issues of: (i) quantitative data-acquisition using commercial-off-the-shelf gaming devices; (ii) model-based parametric data transmission/playback; and (iii) parametric biomechanical identification and data reduction; to support individualization within the telerehabilitation regimen.
Keywords :
Upper-limb dysfunction; customization; immersive environment; robotic-therapy devices; telerehabilitation; Accidents; Cardiology; Costs; Data communication; Frequency; Hospitals; Injuries; Medical treatment; Rehabilitation robotics; Robots;
Conference_Titel :
Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, 2004. IEMBS '04. 26th Annual International Conference of the IEEE
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-8439-3
DOI :
10.1109/IEMBS.2004.1403927
