Stumble Detection in Prosthetic Limbs

University of Rhode Island Professor of Biomedical Engineering Helen Huang is leading a study to develop a computer-controlled prosthetic leg that can aid in stumble detection.

The study is a collaborative effort between URI, Brown University and Nunnery Orthotics and Prosthetic Technologies in North Kingstown, R.I. With the number of lower limb amputees growing in this country, the research is playing a vital role in improving the lives of amputees.

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[katheryncruz24]

Very good.

[NRELab]

@Volf2008 That is a very good point. This subject is very active, believe or not,. She is a frequent prosthesis user. Because of her age, fall is a threat to her.

[yourcamden]

Because all amputees come from wars? ? What about amputees  from accidents such as from vehicle crashes?

[Volf2008]

I thought the point of this was to develop a system that detects stumbling? How do you run tests using a subject that never stumbles?

[Volf2008]

Because all amputees come from wars? Because only war amputees can benefit form new technology/techniques? Because there's a clear and achievable way to end wars without diving into the realm of fantasy, or ignoring coexisting problems? Is the better path to go back to how it was, where the government ignored amputees from wars? I think you need to take a look at the whole picture.

[yourcamden]

While I welcome any improvement with Prosthetic Limbs, surely ending wars would be a better solution for all concerned.

[alpikecp]

Im sorry, but one of the problems with prosthetics research is poor candidate selection. A candidate who able to walk properly on a prosthesis is less prone to stumble.

This is my opinion based on 45 years as prosthetist that has included work in prosthetics research.

[alpikecp]

Not a very good candidate for the study.

[fabiomist282]

STUDENTS:

Black T-Shirt: Fabian Sierra, B.S. EE;

Black Shirt: Andrew Burke, B.S. B.M.E. & EE;

White T-Shirt: Fan Zhang, M.S. B.M.E.