Validation and feasibility of lower limb-based sensor for dual-task gait assessment

The aim of this project is to develop a wearable device, called ImpactSense, to help measure performance on walking tests specific to mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and/or Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. The proposed research will investigate whether the sensor can be used to understand the: 1) effects of distracted walking, such as walking while counting backwards, and 2) use of walking aids, such as canes or walkers. Studies will include examining 3 populations: 1) healthy, young adults, 2) healthy, older adults, and 3) selected cases of people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and/or mild-to-moderate ADRD to see if the sensor is useful for doctors, therapists, and/or kinesiologists.,

Faculty Supervisor:

James Tung;Arash Arami

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Partner:

MEGA InTech

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Wholesale trade

University:

University of Waterloo

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