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FUNction Device for Muscular Dystrophy Patients
Problem Statement
Persons with muscular dystrophy experience progressive muscular weakness, which makes independent living challenging over time. This has an impact on their psycho-social health and creates stress for caregivers.
Solution
This project enables persons with muscular dystrophy to access computers and other accessories using a sensory input device that overrides hand weakness.
Outcomes
The project aims to:
- Help persons with muscular dystrophy gain greater independence
- Reduce reliance on caregivers for daily activities
- Promote dignity by enabling users to have more control over their environment
More About Guarantee
The NUS Institute of Health Innovation & Technology, Institute for Health Innovation & Technology is a Research Institute under National University of Singapore that aims to develop a collaborative eco-system between clinicians, engineers, scientists, and entrepreneurs to realise healthcare innovations with disruptive technologies. Some of the focus areas include Precision Medicine, Smart Sensors and Artificial Intelligence, Mental Health and Aging. The project team is a collaborative team of researchers, engineers, product manufacturers, physiotherapists and social workers from multiple institutions, agencies and companies (National University of Singapore, National University of Hospital, Muscular Dystrophy Association of Singapore, Microtube Technologies) dedicated to improving the lives of the beneficiaries by empowering independence of individuals through technology and games.
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