Mugic Gait Rehab

Portable Device + Interactive Software for solo gait training
Support foot drop patients in solo gait training. Developed a software integrated with a sensor that captures live gait angles. Alerts patients to improper gait through music. Allow doctor-patient post-training overview

Yui Guo, Danielle Carlos, Cindy Lee, Sam Park, Ragib Sakib, Christopher Schultz
My Role: System Design, UX Design
Sponsored by Dr. Mari Kimura (Professor @ UCI Music)
Medical Advisor: Dr. Andrew Hsu (Professor in Foot & Ankle Division @ UCI Orthopaedics)

A Gait Rehab System for My Neighbor Bob (2023-2024)

Background

My neighbor Bob is a 76-year-old veteran living alone. He suffered a stroke during the pandemic and is currently undergoing gait recovery. Due to limited mobility, he is experiencing foot drop in his left foot. He primarily uses a mobility scooter for moving around. Bob attends physical therapy sessions twice a week, but finds them insufficient. He struggles with self-training at home due to the lack of feedback on his performance.

Foot drop: Inable to Lift forefoot

Foot drop is a condition in which patients struggle to lift their forefoot while walking. Physical therapy is essential but its effectiveness can be compromised due to time frame and compliance with the therapy.

Concept

Monitors foot angle during practice, compares sensor data with the target angle, and adjusts music volume as real-time feedback. Each session is logged so physical therapists can review progress without constant supervision.

Storyboard

Finding the Optimal sensor placement

Mugic Device

Developed a portable device that reads "Pitch," "Yaw," and "Roll" data. It transfers the live data to Music Therapy software. Each charging session lasts 3 hours, and the device can be connected via WiFi, USB, or Bluetooth.