Revealing Motor Fatigue: Sensor Soles in Rehab Use
Revealing Motor Fatigue: Sensor Soles in Rehab Use
In early April, stappone visited the Median Clinic in Magdeburg. There, Dr. Mandy Bade, who played a key role in shaping the project during its initial phase, shared her experiences working with neurological rehabilitation patients. Around 80% of her patients are stroke survivors, while approximately 20% are living with multiple sclerosis (MS). At the core of her observations is motor fatigue – a phenomenon that significantly limits many patients in their daily lives.
Motor Fatigue and Gait Parameters: A Challenge for ResearchMotor fatigue often manifests as altered gait patterns, decreased walking speed, and reduced endurance. In clinical practice, it is often difficult to objectively document these symptoms. This is precisely where stappone comes in: the intelligent sensor insoles make it possible to accurately capture gait parameters such as step frequency, stride length, pressure distribution, and stability – all in real time.
Thesis and Research ProjectAs part of a master’s thesis, a six-month study is being conducted to examine how motor fatigue affects quality of life. Using intelligent measurement systems like stappone, individual physical limits are made visible. The goal is to generate valid, practice-relevant data that can be easily implemented in everyday clinical settings.
Integrating stappone: From Research into Clinical Practice
During the test phase, 50 patients will be examined. The student responsible for the project will coordinate participants, as well as carry out measurements and data analysis. The study is supervised by Dr. Mandy Bade and conducted under the direction of Prof. Dr. Michael Sailer, Medical Director of the Median Clinic NRZ Magdeburg. The objective is clearly defined: “The integrated stappone system should ideally become part of routine clinical practice,” says Dr. Bade. By objectively capturing fatigue symptoms and demonstrating measurable improvement through targeted therapy, patients’ quality of life can be significantly enhanced.
Conclusion: Where Technology Meets Therapy
The combination of scientific methodology and innovative technology like stappone illustrates what modern rehabilitation medicine can look like: individualized, evidence-based, and practical.
