Archive:: International Journal of Biomedical Science and Engineering:: Science Publishing Group

Volume 2, Issue 5, October 2014

Wrist-Gathered Acceleration Data and their Correlation with Physical Activity in the Elderly

Amy Papadopoulos, Nicolas Vivaldi, Cindy Crump, Christine Tsien Silvers

Issue: Volume 2, Issue 5, October 2014

Pages: 38-44

Received: 16 October 2014

Accepted: 29 October 2014

Published: 10 November 2014

DOI: 10.11648/j.ijbse.20140205.11

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Abstract: Estimating physical activity in the elderly from wrist-gathered acceleration data was studied. Thirty individuals (65+ years) were video-recorded while wearing a wrist device and going about their normal activities within their regular living environment for four hours each. Acceleration data were summarized into an activity value [via the “differe... Show More

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Telemedicine Information System for Patients with Amputated Limbs

Monica Dascalu, Mihail Stefan Teodorescu, Adrian Barbilian, Elteto Zoltan, Madalina Streinu, Mark Edward Pogarasteanu, Lucian Milea, Anca Plavitu, Dan Coroama, Eduard Franti

Issue: Volume 2, Issue 5, October 2014

Pages: 45-51

Received: 1 November 2014

Accepted: 16 November 2014

Published: 20 November 2014

DOI: 10.11648/j.ijbse.20140205.12

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Abstract: The paper describes the implementation of a telemedicine platform that is developed in collaboration by a multidisciplinary team of researchers (engineers and doctors). The complex telemedicine information system aims to offer distance medical assistance to patients with amputated limbs mainly for those using prosthetic limbs. Although not intended... Show More

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