Interactive wearable systems for upper body rehabilitation: a systematic review

This paper reviews research on interactive rehabilitation technologies that use wearable sensors for upper body rehabilitation. The review aims to classify these systems based on sensing technology, measurements, and feedback, as well as assess their wearability and clinical evidence of effectiveness. The study found that wearable systems are mainly used for monitoring posture and upper extremity movements in stroke rehabilitation, with accelerometers and IMUs being the most common sensors. Clinical evaluations are scarce, indicating a need for more evidence on the effectiveness of these technologies in clinical settings.

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  Accelerometers and IMUs are the most frequently used sensors in wearable systems for upper body rehabilitation.
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  Visual display is the most common way to provide feedback in these systems.
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  Most systems are in the stage of feasibility prototypes, with limited clinical evaluations.