Unobtrusive Support System for Prevention of Dangerous Health Conditions in Wheelchair Users
Joint Authors
Arias, Diego E.
Pino, Esteban J.
Aqueveque, Pablo
Curtis, Dorothy W.
Source
Issue
Vol. 2016, Issue 2016 (31 Dec. 2016), pp.1-14, 14 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2016-07-20
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
14
Main Subjects
Telecommunications Engineering
Abstract EN
This paper presents an assistive device for wheelchair users with severe disability.
It consists of several sensors deployed on a wheelchair, able to sense pressure relief habits, activity level, vital signs, and ambient conditions.
A pilot study was conducted to evaluate the potential capabilities of the system and the feasibility of implementing alarms.
During a period of two weeks, six full-time wheelchair users were monitored.
Results show that the system is able to capture pressure relief patterns and tilt-in-space usage, a mechanism required to avoid pressure ulcers.
Data analysis shows that none of the volunteers fully complied with the tilting recommendations.
It also shows varied activity levels, both within and between patients, indicating their engagement in daily activities.
The system is also able to estimate heart and respiration rate during passive activities (e.g., watching TV and/or resting).
Also, high temperatures in summer were monitored while patients were outside, to prevent heatstroke events.
All the monitored variables are acquired with unobtrusive sensors, producing no discomfort to the patient and providing valuable information for better care.
The final recommendation and alarm system is implemented in a single board computer, to be embedded in the wheelchair.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Arias, Diego E.& Pino, Esteban J.& Aqueveque, Pablo& Curtis, Dorothy W.. 2016. Unobtrusive Support System for Prevention of Dangerous Health Conditions in Wheelchair Users. Mobile Information Systems،Vol. 2016, no. 2016, pp.1-14.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1111463
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Arias, Diego E.…[et al.]. Unobtrusive Support System for Prevention of Dangerous Health Conditions in Wheelchair Users. Mobile Information Systems No. 2016 (2016), pp.1-14.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1111463
American Medical Association (AMA)
Arias, Diego E.& Pino, Esteban J.& Aqueveque, Pablo& Curtis, Dorothy W.. Unobtrusive Support System for Prevention of Dangerous Health Conditions in Wheelchair Users. Mobile Information Systems. 2016. Vol. 2016, no. 2016, pp.1-14.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1111463
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1111463