# AR Physical Therapy Solutions The 'Spark' System Adjusts to Your Specific Needs By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-12-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/physical-therapy-solution References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2017/12/18/the-new-face-of-physical-therapy/) & [jsimmonscreative](http://www.jsimmonscreative.com/home/index.html) The 'Spark' physical therapy solution is an effective option for those who are in need of a program to improve their capabilities after an injury. The system incorporates [augmented reality technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-reality-therapy) along with intelligent projectors and an infrared depth sensor, to lead users through a guided program intended to [strengthen their physical capabilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gait-rehabilitation-system). The 'Spark' physical therapy solution system is designed to provide visual feedback to users to ensure that they are in control of their workout and to help them keep track of their performance. The system is the design work of James Simmons, Gonzalo Gelso, Hwanghah Jeong, Dipali Bajaj and Zhaolin Cai, and identifies how technological solutions can be utilized to transform physical therapy procedures. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Augmented Reality in Physical Therapy:** Integrating augmented reality technology into physical therapy programs presents opportunities for personalized and engaging experiences. - **Intelligent Projectors for Rehabilitation:** Using intelligent projectors in physical therapy can provide visual feedback and guidance, enhancing the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs. - **Infrared Depth Sensor in Therapy:** Leveraging infrared depth sensors in physical therapy allows for precise tracking and measurement of movements, optimizing rehabilitation outcomes. ### Where This Applies - **Healthcare Technology:** The integration of augmented reality and intelligent sensor technologies in physical therapy opens up new opportunities for innovation and improvement in the healthcare technology industry. - **Rehabilitation Services:** The use of augmented reality and intelligent projectors in physical therapy can disrupt the rehabilitation services industry by providing more engaging and effective treatment options. - **Medical Devices:** The adoption of infrared depth sensors in therapy creates disruptive innovation opportunities in the medical devices industry, enabling more accurate tracking and measurement for better patient outcomes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Innovative Rehabilitation Sensor Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rehabilitation-sensor-system.md) - [AI-Supported Physical Therapy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raintree-systems.md) - [Immersive Recovery Therapies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neuroanimation.md) - [Expanded Orthodontic Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orthodontic-system.md) - [AI Physiotherapy Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drphysio.md) - [Remote Rehab Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rehab-solutions.md) - [Physiotherapy Device Ecosystems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinvent.md) - [Gamified Rehabilitation Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamified-rehabilitation-system.md) - [AI Physical Therapy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mojo-chat.md)