Abstract
Physical therapy is a means of learning how to properly use the body in order to regain strength and mobility. Currently, the methods and procedures used in physical therapy rely on simple exercises in a controlled environment. We propose the development of a wireless sensory device which can allow physical therapists to treat patients in a more natural setting. The sensory device would in essence act as a supplement to the physical therapist, so that the patient in rehabilitation could undergo therapy and obtain instant feedback without the need for constant medical supervision. Building on the idea of the code BLUE project from previous years, we will be utilizing Bluetooth technology and custom fabricated sensors that would be able to take the necessary diagnostic readings, such as ranges of motion, pulse, temperature, and pressure in the body part in question, to develop a sensory device capable of monitoring the linear motions of the body’s joints and appendages. Our project will encompass the development of a suite of sensors, a Bluetooth transmitter, a data acquisition unit, and a software interface.
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