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The paper presents a low cost system for wireless monitoring of the progressive loading of lower limb. This system contains a smart device able to measure the plantar pressure, to compare it with predefined levels and to signal the patient in order to avoid excessive loading of the limb in case of patients following post-traumatic rehabilitation.
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Neaga, F., Moga, D., Petreus, D., Munteanu, M., Stroia, N. (2011). A Wireless System for Monitoring the Progressive Loading of Lower Limb in Post-Traumatic Rehabilitation. In: Vlad, S., Ciupa, R.V. (eds) International Conference on Advancements of Medicine and Health Care through Technology. IFMBE Proceedings, vol 36. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-22586-4_13
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