Rehabilitation

HERMES: A Unified Open-Source Framework for Realtime Multimodal Physiological Sensing, Edge AI, and Intervention in Closed-Loop Smart Healthcare Applications

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The study aims to deliver HERMES, an open-source Python framework designed to bridge the gap in real-time multimodal sensing and AI processing for closed-loop healthcare applications, such as intelligent prostheses.

T-AMMFN: a Spatio-Temporal Attention-based Multi-Modal Fusion Network for gait data simulation and rehabilitation effect prediction in ankle injury patients

This study develops a multi-modal deep learning network to accurately predict rehabilitation outcomes and simulate synthetic gait data for patients recovering from ankle injuries.

Estimation of Ground Reaction Force with Wearable Accelerometers and Deep Learning: Comparative Analysis between Temporal Architectures

This study evaluates deep learning architectures to predict vertical ground reaction forces using a single wearable accelerometer compared against gold-standard force data.

Predicting the effect of individual weight-bearing on tibial load and fracture healing after tibial plateau fractures-introduction of a biomechanical simulation model

The study aims to introduce a simulation model that adequately predicts the effects of different weight-bearing amounts on stability and healing, based on the patient’s individual fracture pattern and treatment construct after tibial plateau fractures.

Changes in plantar pressure distribution during stance in the course of fracture healing of the lower leg and the upper ankle joint

This study investigates how weight-bearing and plantar pressure distribution evolve during the standing phase of the healing process following lower leg and ankle fractures.

Gender differences in gait parameters during the healing of fractures of the lower leg and the upper ankle joint

This study investigated whether gender-specific differences exist in gait patterns and rehabilitation progress during the healing process of lower leg and ankle fractures.

Gait analysis reveals new outcome measures for monitoring disease progression in individuals with late-onset Pompe disease

This study explores the ability of biomechanical analysis using wearable technology to monitor disease activity in Peripheral Neuropathy (PN) patients by assessing gait parameters with integrated inertial sensors and plantar insoles.

Digital biomechanical assessment of gait in patients with peripheral neuropathies

Wireless Sensor Insoles for Assessing Load Distribution and Plantar Pressures in Persons with Orthopedic Conditions within a Home Environment: A Case Report

This study aimed to determine whether sensor insoles can effectively detect asymmetries in lower limb load and plantar pressures in an individual with orthopedic conditions during a sequence of activities of daily living in a home environment.

Real-Time Biomechanical Analysis of Human Movement with Wearable Sensors and Musculoskeletal Modelling

This project aimed to validate a wearable sensor system that combines IMUs, pressure insoles, and musculoskeletal modelling for real-time estimation of hip, knee, and ankle joint angles and moments.

Recovery of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures vs Gait Parameters Obtained by Instrumented Insoles After Tibial and Malleolar Fractures: Prospective Longitudinal Observational Study

This study aimed to compare the recovery trajectories of patient-reported outcomes with objective gait parameters obtained using instrumented insoles after tibial and malleolar fractures.

Predicting the Effect of Individual Weight-Bearing on Tibial Load and Fracture Healing after Tibial Plateau Fractures – Introduction of a Biomechanical Simulation Model

This study introduces a simulation model to predict the effects of different weight-bearing amounts on stability and healing after tibial plateau fractures, using data from healthy participants and patient-specific fracture patterns.

Exploring Musical Feedback for Gait Retraining: A Novel Approach to Orthopedic Rehabilitation

This study highlights the potential of musical feedback for orthopedic rehabilitation.

Ankle Fracture Gait Training Through Musical Feedback: Case Study

This case study introduces an innovative approach using musical feedback to enhance gait training for patients recovering from trimalleolar ankle fractures.

Possible load after initial implantation of a total hip arthroplasty (THA): comparison of minimal invasive anterolateral approach with direct lateral transgluteal approach according to Bauer

This study examined whether the surgical approach affects ground reaction force symmetry in total hip arthroplasty (THA) patients during early rehabilitation.

Prospective and experimental clinical study on the effects of knee joint deformities and the implantation of a total knee arthroplasty on the ankle joint

This prospective clinical study aimed to validate the observed phenomenon of ankle pain after total knee arthroplasty, investigating the influence of knee joint deformities and TKA on the ankle joint to identify risk factors for postoperative ankle pain.

Extended reality and information and communications technology in therapy: Enhancing remote artistic and recreational engagement for physically impaired and socially isolated patients

This study explores how Extended Reality (XR) integrated with digital tools can enhance psycho-physical well-being and therapeutic effectiveness for physically impaired and socially isolated patients.

Gait analysis with smart insoles can identify patients at risk of tibial shaft fracture nonunion as early as six weeks after surgery: longitudinal and cross-sectional study

This study aimed to determine if gait analysis with instrumented insoles and PROMIS questionnaires could identify patients at risk of tibial shaft fracture nonunion during the healing phase.

Long-term continuous instrumented insole-based gait analyses in daily life have advantages over longitudinal gait analyses in the lab to monitor healing of tibial fractures

Straight walking data of patients were collected during clinical visits and in between those visits the instrumented insoles recorded all stepping activities of the patients during daily life.

Gait analysis can distinguish patients with and without union of tibial shaft fractures as early as six weeks after surgery

Gait analysis outperforms the use of radiographs or patient-reported outcome measures in the detection of patients with a particularly high risk of tibial nonunion.

Asymmetry of peak plantar pressure in transfemoral amputees during indoor and outdoor walking

This study investigates the differences in peak plantar pressure between the amputated and intact limbs of transfemoral amputees when walking outdoors.

Can the Effect of Radiotherapy on Painful Plantar Fasciopathy Be Objectively Measured Using Static and Dynamic Pedobarography

This study was about evaluating a new method of objective measuring the effectiveness of the radiotherapy for the painful plantar fasciitis.

Longitudinal weight and plantar pressure distribution while standing after tibial or malleolar fractures in patients with or without fracture union

Free Distance Walk and Return

Assess musculoskeletal response with the Free Distance Walk & Return Test, measuring distance, turning velocity, and gait parameters in a real-life walking scenario.

2 Minute Walk Test

The 2 Minute Walk Test assesses therapy response across various conditions. Walk forth and back in a figure 8, covering maximum distance in 2 minutes. Measure musculoskeletal system response and functional capacity.

15 Seconds Treadmill Walk

The 15 Seconds Treadmill Walk Test measures lower limb response and functional capacity. Assess gait characteristics in a sub-maximal walk similar to real-life conditions.

Single Leg Stance Test

Assess balance control in a one-legged stance with the Single Leg Stance Test. Hold a balanced position for 1 minute on each leg, minimizing postural movements.

ISOMETRIC: An Intelligent System of Outpatient Monitoring Evaluation Towards Rehabilitation In Cloud

This paper describes a system for tracking the kinetic rehabilitation of hemiplegic patients with a combined use of gait analysis system and wearable devices.

Spor Motor Tests and Reference Data as a Starting Point for Athlete Care

Regular baseline screenings using sensor-based technology provide valuable insights for athlete management by detecting performance potentials, preventing injuries, and supporting evidence-based rehabilitation.

Possible load after initial implantation of a total hip arthroplasty (THA) – Comparison of minimal invasive anterolateral approach with direct lateral transgluteral access after Bauer

In this study, the possible exertion of operated
patients after initial implantation of a hip total arthroplasty (TEP) was investigated at the
beginning and end of their postoperative early rehabilitation, depending on the surgical
approach.

Functional gait analysis reveals insufficient hindfoot compensation for varus and valgus osteoarthritis of the knee

The aim of this study was, therefore, to assess dynamic foot posture during gait using pressure-sensitive wireless insoles in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee and frontal knee deformities.

Permissive weight bearing in trauma patients with peri- and intra-articular fractures of the lowerextremities

The main research goal of this thesis was the comprehensive assessment in terms of activities of daily living (ADL), quality of life, pain, postoperative complications and costs of permissive weight bearing (PWB) versus the current standard restricted weight bearing aftercare (RWB) protocols in surgically treated trauma patients with fractures of the lower extremities.

Weight-Bearing Restrictions after Acetabular Fracture, Necessity or False Hope? A Brief Observational Study

Aim of our analysis was to determine the free field patient compliance to these weight-bearing restrictions and observe their influence on the early postoperative radiographic imaging.

Pressure distribution underneath the foot during walking in patients with a fracture of the tibia

To examined how gait parameters develop in healthy healing, they assessed the pressure distribution underneath the foot throughout the healing process.

In-Shoe Training Professional: Sensors for the Objectification of Testing in Elite Sports

This paper introduces a mobile method using sensor insoles to conduct and evaluate biomechanical measurements within the context of sports motor function tests.

Movement Strategies adopted by individuals with medial knee OA in response to pressure-based auditory feedback gait reraining

Based on real-time pressure data and individualized training thresholds, the use of plantar pressure-based auditory feedback to shift weight medially was found to reduce the KAM in individuals with medial knee OA.

Individuals following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction practice underloading strategies during daily activity

This study aimed to examine the extent to which laboratory findings translate to daily activities.

Responses to gait retraining using pressure-based auditory feedback for medial knee osteoarthritis

The primary variable of interest of the study is the knee adduction moment (KAM), a surrogate measure of compartmental knee loads.

1 Minute Stance Test

Analysis of partial weight bearing after surgical treatment in patients with injuries of the lower extremity

The paper is concerned with the question, if patients are able to implement partial weight bearing after surgery and which factors favor incompliance.

Gait Analysis of Patients After Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Reveals Impairments of Functional Performance

After allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation (alloHCT), patients often report functional impairments like reduced gait speed and muscle weakness. These impairments can increase the risk of adverse health events.

Evaluating the Performance of Balance Physiotherapy Exercises Using a Sensory Platform: The Basis for a Persuasive Balance Rehabilitation Virtual Coaching System

The proposed system comprises sensing devices, augmented reality technology, and intelligent inference agents, which capture, recognize, and evaluate a patient’s performance during the execution of exercises.

Bipedal Perils for Patients: Peak Braking and Propulsive Forces in Gradient Walking

Understanding peak GRFs (Ground Reaction Forces) during patient rehabilitation is crucial for improving protocols. While ramps are often recommended over stairs for patient recovery, forces on inclines and declines should not be underestimated. Consistency and adherence to postoperative protocols are challenging on flat surfaces, and gradients could potentially impact recovery in unexplored ways. To optimize patient outcomes, we must consider the full spectrum of mobility scenarios during rehabilitation.

Unsupervised gait retraining using a wireless pressure-detecting shoe insole

The results of the study suggest that the wireless sensor insole is a promising tool for gait retraining to lower the KAM and will be implemented in a home-based clinical trial of gait retraining for subjects with knee OA.

Long-term pathological gait pattern changes after talus fractures — dynamic measurements with a new insole

The aim of the current study was to describe long-term gait changes after talus fractures, identify patterns associated with poor outcome and discuss possible treatment options based on dynamic gait analysis.

Active feedback gait retraining alters foot pressure patterns and reduces knee adduction moment in an anterior cruciate ligament reconstructed population

The purpose of this study was to test the efficacy ofa gait retraining method using active feedback to change the KAM by sensing lateral foot pressure and retraining to produce a medial weight transfer at the foot.