In this study, an algorithm was developed which can measure step length and step time using the Kinect depth image. The validity of the measured step length and time is determined using the GAITRite walkway as a ground truth.
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A gait analysis method based on a depth camera for fall prevention
This paper proposes a markerless system whose purpose is to help preventing falls of elderly people at home. To track human movements, the Microsoft Kinect camera is used which allows to acquire at the same time a RGB image and a depth image.
Pilot evaluation of an unobtrusive system to detect falls at night time
In this study, a previously proposed unobtrusive nighttime fall detection system based on wireless passive infrared sensors and furniture load sensors is evaluated in a pilot study involving three older subjects, monitored for a combined total of 174 days.
Effects of Video Game Training on the Musculoskeletal Function of Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation: October/December 2014 – Volume 30 – Issue 4 – p 238-245 doi: 10.1097/TGR.0000000000000040 Effects of Exercise on Older People Effects of Video Game Training on the Musculoskeletal Function of Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Rodrigues, Elisângela Valevein MSc; Valderramas, Sílvia Regina PhD; Rossetin, Liliana Laura BNurs; Gomes, Anna Raquel […]
