Researchers face the challenge of defining subject selection criteria when training algorithms for human activity recognition tasks. The ongoing uncertainty revolves around which characteristics should be considered to ensure algorithmic robustness across diverse populations. This study aims to address this challenge by conducting an analysis of heterogeneity in the training data to assess the impact of physical characteristics and soft-biometric attributes on activity recognition performance.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFOver the past decade, there has been a notable surge in AI-driven research, specifically geared toward enhancing crucial clinical processes and outcomes. The potential of AI-powered decision support systems to streamline clinical workflows, assist in diagnostics, and enable personalized treatment is increasingly evident. Nevertheless, the introduction of these cutting-edge solutions poses substantial challenges in clinical and care environments, necessitating a thorough exploration of ethical, legal, and regulatory considerations.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMachine learning has emerged as a promising approach to enhance rehabilitation therapy monitoring and evaluation, providing personalized insights. However, the scarcity of data remains a significant challenge in developing robust machine learning models for rehabilitation. This paper introduces a novel synthetic dataset for rehabilitation exercises, leveraging pose-guided person image generation using conditioned diffusion models.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIn the domain of physical rehabilitation, the progress in machine learning and the availability of cost-effective motion capture technologies have paved the way for innovative systems capable of capturing human movements, automatically analyzing recorded data, and evaluating movement quality. This study introduces a novel, economically viable system designed for monitoring and assessing rehabilitation exercises. The system enables real-time evaluation of exercises, providing precise insights into deviations from correct execution.
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