The SureStride: An Intermediate Mobility Solution for Seniors

The SureStride: An Intermediate Mobility Solution for Seniors

Seniors in nursing homes who use assisted mobility devices (AMDs) and have an increased risk of falling require an intermediate AMD without the stability limitations of a walker or autonomy limitations of a wheelchair to increase their quality of life, physical activity, and safety. The SureStride i...

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Published in:2024 IEEE International Conference on Smart Mobility (SM) pp. 67 - 72
Main Authors: Evans, Elizabeth, Kramer, Taylor, Mehan, Namya, Moorthy, Meera
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Published: IEEE 16-09-2024
Subjects:
accessible
assisted
intermediate
Machining
Manufacturing
Medical services
Mobility
Navigation
Prototypes
Safety
seniors
Sensor systems
sensors
Stability analysis
Stress
Wheelchairs
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Summary:Seniors in nursing homes who use assisted mobility devices (AMDs) and have an increased risk of falling require an intermediate AMD without the stability limitations of a walker or autonomy limitations of a wheelchair to increase their quality of life, physical activity, and safety. The SureStride is an intermediate mobility device that stabilizes the upper body and maintains the center of mass within the base of support, reducing postural instability. The presented prototype incorporates smart sensors that detect unusual movements, user acceleration, and the presence of obstacles to initiate fall-preventative braking.
DOI:10.1109/SM63044.2024.10733430