A Novel Wearable Device to Indicate Sciatic Nerve Pressure

Sciatica, a symptom of a medical problem, affects around 40% of people across the globe. This research study highlights the impact of this ailment. Addressing sciatica promptly can enhance mobility and overall well-being for those affected. In this study, the sciatic nerve region is fitted with an A...

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Published in2024 5th International Conference on Intelligent Communication Technologies and Virtual Mobile Networks (ICICV) pp. 474 - 479
Main Authors Nivethitha, M, Yashwanth Raj, G, Kathir, P
Format Conference Proceeding
LanguageEnglish
Published IEEE 11.03.2024
Subjects
Electrocardiogram sensor
Flex sensor
flexibility analysis
Flexible printed circuits
Performance evaluation
Sciatic nerve disorder
Temperature distribution
Temperature measurement
Temperature sensor
Temperature sensors
Wireless communication
Wireless sensor networks
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Summary:Sciatica, a symptom of a medical problem, affects around 40% of people across the globe. This research study highlights the impact of this ailment. Addressing sciatica promptly can enhance mobility and overall well-being for those affected. In this study, the sciatic nerve region is fitted with an Arduino Uno and a combination of flex sensor and temperature sensor. The flex sensor is used to gauge the subject's flexibility over the region. The Arduino Uno is used to organize the values from the sensors and for transmission. In this study, a device for measuring temperature is utilized to analyse the temperature distribution on the individual's sternum. An ECG sensor is used to analyse the electrical activity of the person and used for further diagnosis.
DOI:10.1109/ICICV62344.2024.00080