"Wearable haptics" and exergaming
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The use of walking exosuits has emerged as a promising solution to support and train the musculoskeletal system of elderly individuals. These exosuits are wearable devices that can provide support or restriction to movements, along with monitoring and feedback features that promote a personalized and person-centered experience. The use of exosuits can be combined with computer-generated, immersive environments, physiological sensors, and psychophysiological computing, to enhance the training experience.
To promote regular use and engagement, the development of exergames has become an important aspect of these platforms. Exergames offer a virtually supported training experience that is both enjoyable and engaging, promoting the retention of skills and the development of motor functions. Users with a need for rehabilitation can access these platforms and train their motor functions, enabling them to improve their mobility, balance, and overall quality of life.
To ensure the effectiveness and usability of these platforms, co-designing with the users is a crucial aspect of their development. A special focus is placed on the user's needs, preferences, and limitations, to ensure that the platform is tailored to their requirements. This person-centered approach can enhance the engagement and overall effectiveness of these platforms, making them a valuable tool for the elderly population.
To summarize, the use of walking exosuits and exergames has emerged as a promising solution to support and train the musculoskeletal system of elderly individuals. These platforms offer a personalized and person-centered experience, which can be tailored to the needs and preferences of the user. The co-design process is a crucial aspect of their development, promoting engagement and overall effectiveness, making them a valuable tool for improving the quality of life of the elderly population.
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Underactuated Soft Hip Exosuit Based on Adaptive Oscillators to Assist Human Locomotion
Tricomi E, Lotti N, Missiroli F, Zhang X, Xiloyannis M, Müller T, Crea S, Papp E, Krzywinski J, Vitiello N, Masia L. "Underactuated Soft Hip Exosuit Based on Adaptive Oscillators to Assist Human Locomotion"
IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters, vol. 7, no. 2, pp. 936-943, April 2022. PDF