Essays about: "Sit-to-Stand"

Found 5 essays containing the word Sit-to-Stand.

  1. 1. Lower Limb Muscle Synergy During Daily Life Activities : A Way to Convey Intended Motions To a Robotic Assistive Device.

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)

    Author : Teresa Colangelo; [2018]
    Keywords : muscle synergy; lower limb; knee; exoskeleton; EMG;

    Abstract : Powered exoskeletons can assist patients suffering from motor dysfunctions. Recent researches are focused on how to improve the communication system between patient and device. Further research is needed in order to design an EMG based robotic assistive device able to convey intended motions to the patient. READ MORE

  3. 2. Effects of an intervention to increase physical activity and reduce sedentary time in workers with neck pain : A randomized controlled study

    University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för arbets- och folkhälsovetenskap

    Author : Annika Hed Ekman; [2016]
    Keywords : occupational health; sedentary; accelerometer; neck pain; arbetshälsa; stillasittande; nacksmärta;

    Abstract : Background: Chronic neck pain is a problem that may be prevented and treated by physical activity. Little is known about effective interventions to increase physical activity in workers with neck pain. Objective: To evaluate the effects of an intervention aimed at increasing physical activity among workers with chronic neck pain. READ MORE

  4. 3. Gesture-based interaction for Centralized Traffic Control

    University essay from KTH/Medieteknik och interaktionsdesign, MID

    Author : Mladen Milivojevic; [2016]
    Keywords : Train Traffic Control; Railway; Interaction Design; Human-Computer Interaction HCI ; Leap Motion; Gesture-based interaction; Usability Testing; Ergonomics; User Interface;

    Abstract : Ever wondered how trains arrive and depart on time? Traffic Control systems are there to help control the traffic flow, with many operators monitoring and taking actions when necessary. Operators of the traffic control systems use a keyboard and a mouse to interact. READ MORE

  5. 4. Design of a Rise Support to be integrated in the HOBBIT Robot

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Certec - Rehabiliteringsteknik och Design

    Author : Gerardo José Cedeño Pesliakas; [2014]
    Keywords : Sit-to-Stand; HOBBIT; robot; balance; fall risk; OpenSim; supports.; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The purpose of the thesis work is to analyze the possibility to integrate a sit-to-stand functionality into the HOBBIT service robot for elderly people while keeping the stability of the robot. A prototype with a knee support and a handle was used in combination with a motion capture system to capture joints angles and forces during the sit-to-stand movement. READ MORE

  6. 5. A balance ability measurement system for older people based on the Wii balance board

    University essay from Institutionen för informationsteknologi

    Author : Ao Li; [2012]
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    Abstract : Background Fall-related  injuries may have huge and enduring impact on older people, resulting in chronic pain, disabled mobility and reducing the quality of life. Fall injuries is becoming a worldwide problem among older people and as a result, the measurement of balance ability for older people is of great importance. READ MORE