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Hung-Jung Ho¹, Tien-Chi Chen

¹Department of Engineering Science, National Cheng Kung University, No. 1, University Road, Tainan, Taiwan.

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This study presents a novel Continuous Passive Motion/Continuous Active Motion (CPM/CAM) physiotherapy device that simulates spring resistance in CAM mode. This innovative device enhances joint rehabilitation and enables remote patient monitoring via internet connectivity.

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Area of Science:

Biomedical Engineering
Rehabilitation Technology
Orthopedics

Background:

Continuous passive motion (CPM) and continuous active motion (CAM) devices are crucial for synovial joint rehabilitation.
Existing CAM devices often lack integrated resistive components, limiting their therapeutic versatility.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce a novel CPM/CAM physiotherapy device with simulated resistive CAM-type components.
To enhance joint rehabilitation by mimicking natural joint resistance.
To facilitate remote patient monitoring and telemedicine applications.

Main Methods:

Development of a CPM/CAM device utilizing an electric motor.
Implementation of intelligent motor control in CAM mode to simulate spring-like resistance opposing patient muscle activity.
Integration of internet connectivity for data linking and remote monitoring.

Main Results:

The device successfully operates in both CPM and CAM modes.
CAM mode effectively simulates resistive components, providing a spring load effect.
The system supports seamless internet connectivity for monitoring various healthcare settings.

Conclusions:

The presented CPM/CAM device offers an advanced solution for joint rehabilitation.
Simulated resistance in CAM mode provides a more dynamic therapeutic experience.
The device's connectivity features support efficient remote patient management and telemedicine.