ARMeD: Revolutionizing Assistive Rehabilitation Monitoring
2024 International Conference on Innovation and Intelligence for Informatics, Computing, and Technologies (3ICT)
(2024), pp. 595-600
Estrelita T. Manansala
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Mona Earl P. Bayono
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Nino U. Pilueta
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Francis Ralph C. Danipog
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Andrey Gabriel V. Fermin
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Elly Roi Dominic F. Francisco
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Miguel Luis M. Jacinto
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Marc Joseph M. Respicio
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a Computer Engineering, FEU Institute of Technology, Mania, Philippines
Abstract: Stroke, a leading cause of brain-related illnesses and mortality, occurs due to the blockage of blood flow to the brain or the rupture of blood vessels, leading to brain damage and long-term disability. A common consequence is weakness or paralysis, such as left-sided hemiplegia, which significantly impacts independence and daily activities. As technology advances, there is a growing need for innovative solutions to enhance the rehabilitation journey and empower stroke survivors to regain arm function. Traditional rehabilitation methods, often reliant on physical therapy and Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES), may not fully optimize upper limb recovery, and accessibility to these treatments poses challenges, especially for patients with mobility issues. The ARMeD (Assistive Rehabilitation Monitoring Device) addresses these challenges by integrating NMES with Passive Range of Motion (PROM) during rehabilitation. This groundbreaking device, accessible via an Android app, allows patients to undergo rehabilitation from home while enabling physical therapists to monitor their recovery progress effectively.