AmpliStride: From Signal to Stride a Breakthrough for Leg Paralysis Rehabilitation

Anum Khan; Urooj Qaiser; Mehmood Khan; Arbab Masood Ahmad

Authors

Anum Khan Department. of Computer Systems Engineering University of Engineering and Technology, Peshawar Pakistan
Urooj Qaiser Department. of Computer Systems Engineering University of Engineering and Technology, Peshawar Pakistan
Mehmood Khan Department. of Computer Systems Engineering University of Engineering and Technology, Peshawar Pakistan
Arbab Masood Ahmad Department. of Computer Systems Engineering University of Engineering and Technology, Peshawar Pakistan

Keywords:

MSATS, Paralysis, Technology, Muscle, Strength

Abstract

Foot drop is a condition in which a patient fails to lift a foot due to neuro-muscular disorder of the lower body. Many assistive devices are available, but they have some limitations. For this purpose, we offer a solution: Muscle Signal Amplification and Transmission System (MSATS). The system picks muscle signal from the healthy leg and after necessary processing and amplification transmits it to the muscle stimulator worn on the affected leg. The system stimulates the muscle with proper timing according to the gait cycle. This project aims to improve the quality of life of those afflicted with foot-drop by assisting their mobility and independence.

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