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Interactive Device for Carpal Tunnel Rehabilitation

Abstract:

The project proposes the development of an interactive electronic device for the rehabilitation of patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, due to the fact that the rehabilitation process for this type of injury is performed with the intervention of a specialist, this device assists in the rehabilitation stages providing the patient with a different, efficient and progressive method. The device is based on the design of an optimal therapeutic glove that allows performing the necessary movements in the therapy process, through the use of wireless technology with data reception and transmission modules, facilitating the interaction with the patient and the remote control system to direct an object with wrist movements. It consists of a dynamic track that stimulates the sensory and visual senses of the patient during the interaction, through which the robot moves being designed with motion sensors, signaling, lights, and sounds, alerting the arrival of reference points in order to continue with the recovery stage. This device supports the work of the physiotherapist in the rehabilitation processes of their patients, reducing manual intervention, time, and fatigue, in the same way, that helps to stimulate the patient during the rehabilitation stage, recovering the mobility of the wrist quickly and effectively.