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Springer, Lecture Notes in Computer Science, p. 258-261, 2012

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-642-30779-9_39

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A Smart Garment for Older Walkers

Proceedings article published in 2012 by Wp Burns, Chris D. Nugent ORCID, Pj McCullagh, Dewar Finlay ORCID, Ian Cleland, Si McClean, Bw Scotney, Jane McCann
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Abstract

Walking is cited as the best form of exercise for persons over the age of 60. In this paper we outline the development and evaluation of a smart garment system that is used to monitor the wellbeing of users in addition to their overall physical activity regimes. A technological solution has been produced offering the desired functionality and is delivered in a simple user-friendly form factor. In this paper we outline the development and evaluation of a prototype as part of an iterative development cycle, with 6 participants aged between 60 and 73 years of age. The results show that technology has the potential to be accepted by older users and improve their activity regimes.