Digital rehabilitation system revolutionizes recovery of Taiwanese patients
復康系統數位化革新台灣患者康復
| Image recognition and motion tracking transform traditional therapy into immersive experiences
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Industrial Technology Research Institute has developed a digital therapy system aimed at revolutionizing upper limb rehabilitation. ITRI explained in a press release that the system, jointly developed by Rehabotics, gamifies rehabilitation exercises and boosts participation, per UDN. By transforming monotonous therapy into an enjoyable experience, it speeds up patient recovery, per CNA. The system’s core feature is its gamified interaction, which uses upper limb motion tracking, image recognition, and audio feedback to immerse patients during therapy. It also includes an automatic record function, allowing medical teams to monitor patient progress and detailed data in real time. ITRI Vice President and General Director of Service Systems Technology Center, Cheng Jen-chieh (鄭仁傑), said as Taiwan enters a super-aged society, the demand for personalized medical care and rehabilitation is rapidly increasing. Clinical trials at Taichung Kuang Tien General Hospital have shown promising results. Participants improved their scores by an average of 49% in the dexterity Box and Block Test, and 33% in the Fugl-Meyer Assessment, demonstrating the system’s potential. Looking ahead, ITRI said it plans to expand the system to more medical institutions and rehabilitation centers across Taiwan, aiming to benefit a broader patient population. |
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| Michael Nakhiengchanh, Taiwan News, Staff Writer | |
| 2025-05-08 |
