title: An augmented auditory feedback device.
abstract: An augmented auditory feedback device is described. The device can be easily and economically constructed and implemented during a patient's physical rehabilitation. The rationale is to provide an external source of information to the user in order to correct errors during weight-bearing activities. Possible applications of the augmented auditory feedback device include increasing symmetry and weight distribution during sitting, standing, and gait. Instructions regarding its construction are provided, and a case study using the device is presented. Improved midline alignment and weight distribution in sitting for a 2-hour duration was achieved by a stroke patient using the augmented auditory feedback device in conjunction with physical therapy.
authors.affiliation: Department of Physical Therapy, New York University, NY, USA.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Batavia
authors.forename: J G
authors.initials: JG
authors.lastname: Gianutsos
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Kambouris
mesh_terms: D000203:Activities of Daily Living; D000368:Aged; D001676:Biofeedback, Psychology / Q000295:instrumentation*; D002561:Cerebrovascular Disorders / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D006309:Hearing; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities / Q000295:instrumentation; D004856:Postural Balance; D012046:Rehabilitation / Q000295:instrumentation*