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Algorithm-Powered Knee Braces

The 'KNEET' Smart Rehab Knee Brace Accelerates Healing

— May 11, 2020 — Tech
The 'KNEET' smart rehab knee brace has been designed by Fabien Roy in collaboration with EPFL+ECAL Lab and HEIG-VD as a futuristic wearable solution for those who are recuperating from a knee injury. The brace works by being worn on the knee like any other design and features a connected functionality that can be used via the accompanying app to monitor for progress. The sensors in the knitted smart fabric capture data that is then interpreted by the algorithm in the app to help users pinpoint the best exercises they should do to promote healing.

The 'KNEET' smart rehab knee brace concept brings a futuristic experience to a common problem and could help to reduce the reoccurrence of injuries.
Trend Themes
1. Smart Rehab Wearables - The development of algorithm-powered, connected wearable devices for rehabilitation can help patients monitor their progress and improve outcomes.
2. Knitted Smart Fabric - The use of sensors embedded in knitted smart fabric to capture data for monitoring the healing process presents opportunities for innovation in textile engineering and healthcare.
3. Algorithm-interpreted Health Data - The integration of algorithm-powered analysis of health data captured by wearable devices creates opportunities for new insights and personalized healthcare solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - The development of smart rehab wearables and algorithm-interpreted health data has the potential to improve patient outcomes and revolutionize the healthcare industry.
2. Textile Engineering - The use of knitted smart fabric in wearable medical devices presents opportunities for innovation and growth in the textile engineering industry.
3. Sports Medicine - Algorithm-powered, connected rehabilitation wearables such as the 'KNEET' knee brace have the potential to enhance injury recovery and prevent future injuries in sports medicine.
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